Righteousness(Godliness)– The Way of the Just
- Righteousness(Godliness) Begins with Faith
The Bible teaches that righteousness(Godliness) does not begin with human effort, but with faith in God.
Genesis 15:6 (KJV)
“And he believed in the LORD; and he counted it to him for righteousness.”
Abraham was declared righteous not because of works, but because he trusted God.
- The Lord Knows the Way of the Righteous(Godliness)
God watches over those who walk in righteousness(Godliness).
Psalm 1:6 (KJV)
“For the LORD knoweth the way of the righteous: but the way of the ungodly shall perish.”
Psalm 11:7 (KJV)
“For the righteous LORD loveth righteousness; his countenance doth behold the upright.”
God not only commands righteousness(Godliness) — He loves it.
- Righteousness(Godliness) Requires a Pure Walk
True righteousness(Godliness) is seen in daily life.
Psalm 15:1–2 (KJV)
“LORD, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy hill?
He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness…”
Psalm 4:5 (KJV)
“Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.”
Righteousness(Godliness) is connected with trust and obedience.
- God Blesses and Protects the Righteous
Psalm 5:12 (KJV)
“For thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield.”
Proverbs 3:33 (KJV)
“The blessing of the LORD is in the house of the just…”
God’s favor surrounds the righteous like a shield.
- The Lord Rewards Righteousness(Godliness)
God is just and gives according to righteousness(Godliness).
Psalm 18:20 (KJV)
“The LORD rewarded me according to my righteousness…”
Psalm 18:25 (KJV)
“With the merciful thou wilt shew thyself merciful; with an upright man thou wilt shew thyself upright.”
God responds faithfully to those who walk uprightly.
- The Righteous Have Stability and Life
Proverbs 10:2–3 (KJV)
“…righteousness delivereth from death.
The LORD will not suffer the soul of the righteous to famish…”
Proverbs 12:28 (KJV)
“In the way of righteousness is life…”
Righteousness(Godliness) is the path of life and security.
- The Righteous(Godliness) Rejoice in the Lord
Psalm 64:10 (KJV)
“The righteous shall be glad in the LORD…”
Psalm 68:3 (KJV)
“But let the righteous be glad; let them rejoice before God…”
Joy is a fruit of righteousness(Godliness).
- Turning from Sin Leads to Righteousness(Godliness)
God calls sinners to repentance.
Ezekiel 18:27–28 (KJV)
“When the wicked man turneth away from his wickedness… he shall save his soul alive.”
God offers righteousness(Godliness) through repentance.
- The Final Glory of the Righteous
Righteousness has eternal reward.
Matthew 13:43 (KJV)
“Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father…”
Matthew 25:46 (KJV)
“…but the righteous into life eternal.”
The righteous inherit everlasting life.
- Hunger and Persecution for Righteousness(Godliness)
Matthew 5:6 (KJV)
“Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness…”
Matthew 5:10 (KJV)
“Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake…”
True believers desire righteousness(Godliness) above all.
- Righteousness(Godliness) Comes Through Faith in Christ
Romans 3:28 (KJV)
“Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law.”
Romans 5:1 (KJV)
“Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God…”
Righteousness(Godliness) is a gift received through faith in Jesus Christ.
- The Fruit of Righteousness(Godliness) in the Christian Life
Ephesians 5:9 (KJV)
“For the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness and righteousness and truth.”
James 3:18 (KJV)
“And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace…”
Righteousness(Godliness) produces peace, truth, and holiness.
- A Future World Where Righteousness(Godliness) Dwells
2 Peter 3:13 (KJV)
“…we…look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.”
Righteousness will fill God’s eternal kingdom forever.
Conclusion: The Way of the Righteous(Godliness)
Righteousness(Godliness) in Scripture is:
- counted through faith (Genesis 15:6)
- loved by God (Psalm 11:7)
- a daily walk (Psalm 15)
- protected and blessed (Psalm 5:12)
- joyful and enduring (Psalm 64:10)
- fulfilled in eternal life (Matthew 25:46)
- perfected in the new earth (2 Peter 3:13)
Reflection Question
Am I seeking righteousness(Godliness) through faith in God, and walking The Way of the Righteous daily?
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