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Does The Bible Actually Say To Give 10 Percent?

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Does The Bible Actually Say To Give 10 Percent

Does The Bible Actually Say To Give 10 Percent? Many Christians struggle with the issue of tithing. Also, some churches over-emphasize giving. Likewise, many Christians refuse to submit to the Biblical exhortations about making offerings to the Lord God Almighty. We should note that tithing/giving is intended to be a great joy and a blessing. However, it is rather sad as this is not often the case in the church today. Tithing is an Old Testament concept. The tithe was a clear and well-understood requirement of the Law in which the Israelites were to give 10 percent of the crops they grew and the livestock they raised to the tabernacle/temple (Leviticus 27:30; Numbers 18:26; Deuteronomy 14:24; 2 Chronicles 31:5). The Old Testament Law required multiple tithes – one for the Levites, one for feast and temple use, and one for the poor inhabiting the land – summing to about 23.3 percent.

Today, most people understand the Old Testament tithe as a method of taxation to provide for the needs of the priests and Levites in the sacrificial system. After the death of Jesus Christ fulfilled the Law, the New Testament of the Bible nowhere commands, or even recommends, that Christians submit to a legalistic tithe system. That is, the New Testament nowhere designates a percentage of income that a person should set aside but only says that gifts should be “in keeping with income” (1 Corinthians 16:2). However, some in the Christian church have embraced the 10 percent figure from the Old Testament tithe and applied it as a “recommended minimum” for Christians in their act of giving.

Does The Bible Actually Say To Give 10 Percent?

It is without a doubt that the New Testament talks about the importance and benefits of giving. It invites us to give out of love as we are able. Sometimes that means giving over 10 percent; sometimes that may mean giving less. Behold, it all depends on the ability of the Christian and the needs of the body of Christ. Whatever the case, we should always remember the Scripture that says he/she who does not love does not know God: “Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love” – 1 John 4:8. Thus, if our giving is not backed with love, we are making a mockery/fool of ourselves for such gifts are not pleasing to the Lord God Almighty.

Every Christian should pray and seek God’s wisdom in the matter of participating in tithing and/or how much to give (James 1:5). Of greatest importance, all tithes and offerings should be made with pure motives and an attitude of worship to God and service to the body of Christ. “Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7).
As we unfold, we’ll pour more light on questions like Does the Bible require me to give 10% of my income to my church? Am I obligated to give to my church even if I am having trouble paying my bills? Should I tithe based on gross or net income? Will I receive blessings if I give “seed money” to a ministry? What does the Bible say about church offerings?

What Does The Scriptures Say About Tithes or Tithing

What the Old Testament says

In simple terms, “tithes” means a tenth or 10 percent. Tithing was designed specifically to meet the needs of the religious, economic, and political system of ancient Israel. Each of the twelve (12) tribes of Israel, except the tribe of Levi, initially received an allotment of land in the promised land of Canaan. The Levites were full-time assistants to Israel’s priests and were supported by a tithe offering from other eleven tribes. All families of those eleven tribes were expected to give a tenth of all produce, cattle, and flocks to the Levites. In turn, the Levites were expected to give a tenth of that to support the priests in their duties (Leviticus 27:30-33, Numbers 18:21-28). The Scriptures tell us that tithes were used to meet the needs of foreigners, orphans, and widows (Deuteronomy 26:12-13). Also, all Israelites were invited to be generous to those in need (Deuteronomy 15:7-8).

What the New Testament says

We come across several mentions of tithing in the New Testament (Matthew 23:23, Luke 11:42, 18:12; Hebrews 7:5-9), but all refer to the Old Testament system. However, the New Testament does not give any specific rules about tithing, and most aspects of the Old Testament Law do not apply to Christians.  In Matthew 23:23-24, Jesus Christ seems to support the tithe but these verses are primarily intended as a criticism of the Pharisees as hypocrites who obeyed the letter of the Law but not the Spirit of the Law. Despite the fact that they were so meticulous about the Law to the extent of tithing even the small amount of spices that they grew in household gardens, they ignored the more important matters of love, justice, mercy, and faithfulness. However, Christ invites us to give generously out of love to those in need (Matthew 25:31-46).

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In the Old Testament, the voice of God calls on us to be generous to everyone who is in need as we can read from Deuteronomy 15:7-8 – “If there is a poor man among your brothers in any of the towns of the land that the LORD your God is giving you, do not be hardhearted or tightfisted toward your poor brother. Rather be openhanded and freely lend him whatever he needs.”
In the New Testament, Jesus Christ, the beloved Son of God and Savior of the World made it clear that we are obligated to be generous to those in need (Matthew 25:31-46). We can as well support our point by reading from Matthew 5:42 – “Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.”

As Christians or followers of Jesus Christ, giving is to be done cheerfully, rather than as an obligation (2 Corinthians 9:6-7), and not for the purpose of public recognition (Matthew 6:1-4). The right amount to give may be more or less than ten percent, depending on one’s circumstances (Matthew 19:21, Luke 18:22, 21:1-4, Hebrews 13:16, 1 John 3:17). Generous giving is an acknowledgment that everything we have is a gift from God Almighty, and is to be used in His service (Luke 12:33, Acts 20:35, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, James 1:17, 1:27, 1 Peter 4:10).
Instead of giving a certain amount as an obligation, we are urged to share generously of whatever blessings, talents, abilities, and wealth that God has entrusted in our care for we shall give an account someday (Romans 12:6-8).

Questions and Answers about Tithes or Tithing

1) What is the tithe?

“Tithe” is a word that comes from an Old English root meaning “one-tenth.” It is the common English translation for the Old Testament Hebrew asar word group. Back in ancient Israel, the tithe was an offering of one’s agricultural income to the Lord as an expression of thanks and dedication. It is important to understand that in the Old Testament agricultural economy, tithes were paid not in cash, gold, or goods but in crops or livestock, for only the agricultural fruit of the promised land was to be tithed – not other forms of income. Although today, we commonly think of the tithe as “10 percent” as a result, apparently there are three tithes in the Old Testament, two every year and a third every third year, or an average of 23.3 percent of one’s annual produce from the land.

There was also a promotion of freewill offering and personal giving above and beyond the tithe. Tithes were given by the patriarchs Abraham (Genesis 4:17-20) and Jacob (Genesis 28:22); a system of tithes was instituted in the law of God given through Moses (Deuteronomy 12; Deuteronomy 14  Deuteronomy 26; and the prophets rebuked the children of Israel for failing to give the tithe to God (Malachi 3:8). Although the idea of the tithe is still present in the New Testament (Matthew 23:23), it is on no occasion explicitly applied to believers. Instead, all Christians are invited to embrace freewill giving as a response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the savior of mankind, based on faith in God as Provider of all things (2 Corinthians 9:6-10).

2) Does the Bible require me to give 10 percent of my income to my church?

In reality, the Bible does not tell the Christian to give a certain percentage. Questions like what percentage we should give are not answered for Christians in the Bible. Nor does the Bible tell us how much of our giving should go to a church as well as how much to help the needy. It is important to understand that during Biblical times, Christians typically held their meetings in private homes or public spaces (Acts 2:46, 12:12) and did not have significant operating expenses. However, it is not the same today as modern churches need money to pay for salaries, utilities, rent or mortgage payments, supplies, and other operating expenses. Churches also need volunteers for the establishment and running of many ministries and church tasks. Apostle Paul regularly urged Christians to use their God-given gifts or talents to assist in the work of the Church of Christ  (Romans 12:4-8).

3) Should my offering be computed on gross or net income?

Should my offering be computed on gross or net income? Is another modern-day question that is not answered in the Bible. In this case, we are to pray and seek God’s wisdom on how to go about it. For sure, His Spirit will touch our hearts and guide our actions.

4) Am I obligated to give to my church even if I am having trouble paying my bills?

The answer is No. As followers of Christ, we must pray and seek the counsel of the Holy Spirit as we listen to our conscience and consider our needs as well as those of our families (1 Timothy 5:8) when deciding how much to give. Pressure should not be put on anyone to give a certain amount of money or a certain percentage of income to a church or other ministry.

5) Will I receive blessings if I give a donation or “seed money” to a church or ministry?

The answer is No. As followers of Jesus Christ, our giving should not be one that is motivated by what we will receive in return. Instead, our giving should be motivated by love for God and His Kingdom. Giving out of love is pleasing to God who will definitely bless and see you through when you least expect it. However, it is important to note that there is no requirement in the Bible to give “seed money” to a church, preacher, or ministry, and no promise that any wealth or blessings of any kind will come as a result. Biblical verses like Matthew 13:1-9 and 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 are oftentimes cited in support when requesting for “seed money” and other donations, but the blessings promised here are spiritual ones.

6) Is tithing truly a matter of the heart?

Yes, of course, tithing is truly a matter of the heart. From the definition and purpose of the tithe, there is much that we can learn. The chief principle behind tithing and giving is the fact that what we do with our money shows where our heart is. Matthew 6:21 says: “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” When we are able to give 10% or more of our income instead of keeping the money for ourselves, it shows that our heart is not tied to the money and it is a sign that our love for God is more than that for money. Surprisingly, the Bible mentions money over 800 times, and of all of Jesus’ parables, over half of them talked about money. Upon noticing this, we might ask ourselves why? It is because money is where many people get tripped up.

7) What is the difference between tithes and offerings?

Although tithes and offerings are often grouped together, they are not the same thing. A tithe is a specific amount (10% of your income) whereas an offering is a nonspecific amount that you give.

8) What does the Bible say about those paying tithes and those not paying tithes?

1 Corinthians 16:14 says “Let all that you do be done in love.” If you’ve made up your mind to regularly give a specific percentage of your income as a tithe, do so in love. If instead of regularly giving a specific percentage of your income as a tithe, you choose to go for undefined freewill giving wherever the need is in the body of Christ, do so in love. Let’s just make sure that we do all things in love. It is the love in our hearts that makes our sacrifices acceptable to God Almighty. Whatever sacrifice or offering that you are making without love, you are making a mockery of yourself. Pray and let God’s Spirit lead you on the matters of giving tithes and offerings.

Does The Bible Actually Say To Give 10 Percent?

Malachi 3:8-9 – “Will man rob God? Yet you are robbing me. But you say, ‘How have we robbed you?’ In your tithes and contributions. You are cursed with a curse, for you are robbing me, the whole nation of you.“

Proverbs 3:9 – “Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce;“

2 Corinthians 9:7 – “Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.“

Leviticus 27:30 – “Every tithe of the land, whether of the seed of the land or of the fruit of the trees, is the Lord’s; it is holy to the Lord.”

Hebrews 7:1-28 – “For this Melchizedek, king of Salem, priest of the Most High God, met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings and blessed him, and to him Abraham apportioned a tenth part of everything. He is first, by translation of his name, king of righteousness, and then he is also king of Salem, that is, king of peace. He is without father or mother or genealogy, having neither beginning of days nor end of life, but resembling the Son of God he continues a priest forever. See how great this man was to whom Abraham the patriarch gave a tenth of the spoils! And those descendants of Levi who receive the priestly office have a commandment in the law to take tithes from the people, that is, from their brothers, though these also are descended from Abraham. …“

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Matthew 23:23 – “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you tithe mint and dill and cumin, and have neglected the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faithfulness. These you ought to have done, without neglecting the others.”

Acts 20:35 – “In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

1 Corinthians 11:31 – “But if we judged ourselves truly, we would not be judged.“

Leviticus 27:32 – “And every tithe of herds and flocks, every tenth animal of all that pass under the herdsman’s staff, shall be holy to the Lord.”

Malachi 3:10 – “Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. And thereby put me to the test, says the Lord of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you a blessing until there is no more need.”

Numbers 18:21 – “To the Levites I have given every tithe in Israel for an inheritance, in return for their service that they do, their service in the tent of meeting,“

Genesis 14:20 – “And blessed be God Most High, who has delivered your enemies into your hand!” And Abram gave him a tenth of everything.“

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Malachi 3:1-18 – “Behold, I send my messenger, and he will prepare the way before me. And the Lord whom you seek will suddenly come to his temple; and the messenger of the covenant in whom you delight, behold, he is coming, says the Lord of hosts. But who can endure the day of his coming, and who can stand when he appears? For he is like a refiner’s fire and like fullers’ soap. He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver, and he will purify the sons of Levi and refine them like gold and silver, and they will bring offerings in righteousness to the Lord. Then the offering of Judah and Jerusalem will be pleasing to the Lord as in the days of old and as in former years. “Then I will draw near to you for judgment. I will be a swift witness against the sorcerers, ...”

Luke 16:19-31 – “There was a rich man who was clothed in purple and fine linen and who feasted sumptuously every day. And at his gate was laid a poor man named Lazarus, covered with sores, who desired to be fed with what fell from the rich man’s table. Moreover, even the dogs came and licked his sores. The poor man died and was carried by the angels to Abraham’s side. The rich man also died and was buried, and in Hades, being in torment, he lifted up his eyes and saw Abraham far off and Lazarus at his side. ...”

John 4:24 – “God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.”

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1 Timothy 5:8 – “But if anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for members of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.”

Deuteronomy 14:28-29 – “At the end of every three years you shall bring out all the tithe of your produce in the same year and lay it up within your towns. And the Levite, because he has no portion or inheritance with you, and the sojourner, the fatherless, and the widow, who are within your towns, shall come and eat and be filled, that the Lord your God may bless you in all the work of your hands that you do.”

2 Kings 2:23-24 – “He went up from there to Bethel, and while he was going up on the way, some small boys came out of the city and jeered at him, saying, “Go up, you baldhead! Go up, you baldhead!” And he turned around, and when he saw them, he cursed them in the name of the Lord. And two she-bears came out of the woods and tore forty-two of the boys.”

Luke 11:42 – “But woe to you Pharisees! For you tithe mint and rue and every herb, and neglect justice and the love of God. These you ought to have done, without neglecting the others.”

2 Corinthians 5:10 – “For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may receive what is due for what he has done in the body, whether good or evil.”

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Genesis 28:20-22 – Then Jacob made a vow, saying, “If God will be with me and will keep me in this way that I go, and will give me bread to eat and clothing to wear, so that I come again to my father’s house in peace, then the Lord shall be my God, and this stone, which I have set up for a pillar, shall be God’s house. And of all that you give me I will give a full tenth to you.”

Psalm 24:1 – “A Psalm of David. The earth is the Lord’s and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell therein,”

Exodus 16:36 – (An omer is the tenth part of an ephah.)

John 3:17 – “For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.”

Genesis 28:22 – “And this stone, which I have set up for a pillar, shall be God’s house. And of all that you give me I will give a full tenth to you.”

James 5:16 – “Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.”

1 John 1:9 – “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

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James 1:27 – “Religion that is pure and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world.”

Matthew 5:22 – “But I say to you that everyone who is angry with his brother will be liable to judgment; whoever insults his brother will be liable to the council; and whoever says, ‘You fool!’ will be liable to the hell of fire.”

2 Timothy 3:15 – “And how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.”

Leviticus 5:11 – “But if he cannot afford two turtledoves or two pigeons, then he shall bring as his offering for the sin that he has committed a tenth of an ephah of fine flour for a sin offering. He shall put no oil on it and shall put no frankincense on it, for it is a sin offering.“

Exodus 20:3 – “You shall have no other gods before me.“

Exodus 29:40 – “And with the first lamb a tenth seah of fine flour mingled with a fourth of a hin of beaten oil, and a fourth of a hin of wine for a drink offering.“

Colossians 3:16 – “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.”

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1 John 1:8 – “If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.”

Revelation 21:8 – “But as for the cowardly, the faithless, the detestable, as for murderers, the sexually immoral, sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars, their portion will be in the lake that burns with fire and sulfur, which is the second death.”

Colossians 3:5 – “Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry.”

1 Corinthians 3:16 – “Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?“

Acts 20:29 – “I know that after my departure fierce wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock;“

Galatians 3:24 – “So then, the law was our guardian until Christ came, in order that we might be justified by faith.”

Leviticus 6:20 – “This is the offering that Aaron and his sons shall offer to the Lord on the day when he is anointed: a tenth of an ephah of fine flour as a regular grain offering, half of it in the morning and half in the evening.“

Revelation 22:18 – “I warn everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: if anyone adds to them, God will add to him the plagues described in this book,”

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1 Corinthians 6:9 – “Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who practice homosexuality,“

Romans 12:19 – Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.”

Romans 10:9 – “Because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.“

Romans 8:29 – “For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers.”

1 Corinthians 3:11-15 – “For no one can lay a foundation other than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ. Now if anyone builds on the foundation with gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, straw— each one’s work will become manifest, for the Day will disclose it, because it will be revealed by fire, and the fire will test what sort of work each one has done. If the work that anyone has built on the foundation survives, he will receive a reward. If anyone’s work is burned up, he will suffer loss, though he himself will be saved, but only as through fire.“

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Mark 12:41-44 – “And he sat down opposite the treasury and watched the people putting money into the offering box. Many rich people put in large sums. And a poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which make a penny. And he called his disciples to him and said to them, “Truly, I say to you, this poor widow has put in more than all those who are contributing to the offering box. For they all contributed out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty has put in everything she had, all she had to live on.”“

Mark 16:16 – “Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.”

Matthew 7:1-2 – “Judge not, that you be not judged. For with the judgment you pronounce you will be judged, and with the measure you use it will be measured to you.”

Genesis 1:1-31 – “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was without form and void, and darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters. And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light. And God saw that the light was good. And God separated the light from the darkness. God called the light Day, and the darkness he called Night. And there was evening and there was morning, the first day. ...”

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Genesis 14:1-24 – “In the days of Amraphel king of Shinar, Arioch king of Ellasar, Chedorlaomer king of Elam, and Tidal king of Goiim, these kings made war with Bera king of Sodom, Birsha king of Gomorrah, Shinab king of Admah, Shemeber king of Zeboiim, and the king of Bela (that is, Zoar). And all these joined forces in the Valley of Siddim (that is, the Salt Sea). Twelve years they had served Chedorlaomer, but in the thirteenth year they rebelled. In the fourteenth year Chedorlaomer and the kings who were with him came and defeated the Rephaim in Ashteroth-karnaim, the Zuzim in Ham, the Emim in Shaveh-kiriathaim, …“

Genesis 28:1-22 – “Then Isaac called Jacob and blessed him and directed him, “You must not take a wife from the Canaanite women. Arise, go to Paddan-aram to the house of Bethuel your mother’s father, and take as your wife from there one of the daughters of Laban your mother’s brother. God Almighty bless you and make you fruitful and multiply you, that you may become a company of peoples. May he give the blessing of Abraham to you and to your offspring with you, that you may take possession of the land of your sojournings that God gave to Abraham!” Thus Isaac sent Jacob away. And he went to Paddan-aram, to Laban, the son of Bethuel the Aramean, the brother of Rebekah, Jacob’s and Esau’s mother. …“

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1 Peter 4:12 – “Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you.”

Hebrews 10:25 – “Not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.”

2 Thessalonians 3:14 – “If anyone does not obey what we say in this letter, take note of that person, and have nothing to do with him, that he may be ashamed.“

1 Timothy 5:16 – “If any believing woman has relatives who are widows, let her care for them. Let the church not be burdened, so that it may care for those who are truly widows.”

2 Peter 1:10 – “Therefore, brothers, be all the more diligent to make your calling and election sure, for if you practice these qualities you will never fall.“

Revelation 1:1 – “The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things that must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John,”

1 Peter 5:8 – “Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.”

1 Peter 3:21 – “Baptism, which corresponds to this, now saves you, not as a removal of dirt from the body but as an appeal to God for a good conscience, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ,”

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Colossians 2:12 – “Having been buried with him in baptism, in which you were also raised with him through faith in the powerful working of God, who raised him from the dead.”

Philippians 4:10-19 – “I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity. Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me. Yet it was kind of you to share my trouble. ...”

Philippians 4:15 – “And you Philippians yourselves know that in the beginning of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church entered into partnership with me in giving and receiving, except you only.”

Galatians 6:1 – “Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted.”

1 Corinthians 11:26 – “For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.”

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1 Corinthians 15:6 – “Then he appeared to more than five hundred brothers at one time, most of whom are still alive, though some have fallen asleep.”

Acts 26:20 – “But declared first to those in Damascus, then in Jerusalem and throughout all the region of Judea, and also to the Gentiles, that they should repent and turn to God, performing deeds in keeping with their repentance.”

Acts 2:38 – “And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.“

Luke 16:23 – “And in Hades, being in torment, he lifted up his eyes and saw Abraham far off and Lazarus at his side.”

Acts 2:1-47 – “When the day of Pentecost arrived, they were all together in one place. And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like a mighty rushing wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. And divided tongues as of fire appeared to them and rested on each one of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit gave them utterance. Now there were dwelling in Jerusalem Jews, devout men from every nation under heaven. …“

Luke 6:38 – “Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you.”

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Matthew 16:18 – “And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.“

Matthew 22:17-21 – Tell us, then, what you think. Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, or not?” But Jesus, aware of their malice, said, “Why put me to the test, you hypocrites? Show me the coin for the tax.” And they brought him a denarius. And Jesus said to them, “Whose likeness and inscription is this?” They said, “Caesar’s.” Then he said to them, “Therefore render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s.”

Matthew 10:28 – “And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell.“

Matthew 7:21-23 – “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. On that day many will say to me, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name, and cast out demons in your name, and do many mighty works in your name?’ And then will I declare to them, ‘I never knew you; depart from me, you workers of lawlessness.’“

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Matthew 6:1-4 – “Beware of practicing your righteousness before other people in order to be seen by them, for then you will have no reward from your Father who is in heaven. “Thus, when you give to the needy, sound no trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may be praised by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”

Ecclesiastes 9:10 – “Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might, for there is no work or thought or knowledge or wisdom in Sheol, to which you are going.”

Group 15- Does The Bible Actually Say To Give 10 Percent?

Revelation 22:18-19 – “I warn everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: if anyone adds to them, God will add to him the plagues described in this book, and if anyone takes away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God will take away his share in the tree of life and in the holy city, which are described in this book.”

Numbers 18:26 – “Moreover, you shall speak and say to the Levites, ‘When you take from the people of Israel the tithe that I have given you from them for your inheritance, then you shall present a contribution from it to the Lord, a tithe of the tithe.“

Group 16 – Does The Bible Actually Say To Give 10 Percent?

Revelation 20:10 – “And the devil who had deceived them was thrown into the lake of fire and sulfur where the beast and the false prophet were, and they will be tormented day and night forever and ever.”

Revelation 20:14-15 – “Then Death and Hades were thrown into the lake of fire. This is the second death, the lake of fire. And if anyone’s name was not found written in the book of life, he was thrown into the lake of fire.“

Group 17 – Does The Bible Actually Say To Give 10 Percent?

Revelation 19:8 – “It was granted her to clothe herself with fine linen, bright and pure”— for the fine linen is the righteous deeds of the saints.“

Hebrews 10:26-31 – “For if we go on sinning deliberately after receiving the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins, but a fearful expectation of judgment, and a fury of fire that will consume the adversaries. Anyone who has set aside the law of Moses dies without mercy on the evidence of two or three witnesses. How much worse punishment, do you think, will be deserved by the one who has spurned the Son of God, and has profaned the blood of the covenant by which he was sanctified, and has outraged the Spirit of grace? For we know him who said, “Vengeance is mine; I will repay.” And again, “The Lord will judge his people.” ...”

Group 18 – Does The Bible Actually Say To Give 10 Percent?

2 Timothy 2:15 – “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth.”

Hebrews 4:12 – “For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.”

1 Timothy 6:10 – “For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs.”

Group 19 – Does The Bible Actually Say To Give 10 Percent?

Galatians 6:16 – “And as for all who walk by this rule, peace and mercy be upon them, and upon the Israel of God.“

Colossians 1:18 – “And he is the head of the body, the church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything he might be preeminent.”

Galatians 4:6 – And because you are sons, God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, “Abba! Father!”

1 Corinthians 13:3 – “If I give away all I have, and if I deliver up my body to be burned, but have not love, I gain nothing.“

Group 20 – Does The Bible Actually Say To Give 10 Percent?

1 Corinthians 16:2 – “On the first day of every week, each of you is to put something aside and store it up, as he may prosper, so that there will be no collecting when I come.“

Acts 20:28 – “Pay careful attention to yourselves and to all the flock, in which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to care for the church of God, which he obtained with his own blood.“

Acts 15:29 – “That you abstain from what has been sacrificed to idols, and from blood, and from what has been strangled, and from sexual immorality. If you keep yourselves from these, you will do well. Farewell.”

Group 21 – Does The Bible Actually Say To Give 10 Percent?

1 Corinthians 14:1-40 – “Pursue love, and earnestly desire the spiritual gifts, especially that you may prophesy. For one who speaks in a tongue speaks not to men but to God; for no one understands him, but he utters mysteries in the Spirit. On the other hand, the one who prophesies speaks to people for their upbuilding and encouragement and consolation. The one who speaks in a tongue builds up himself, but the one who prophesies builds up the church. Now I want you all to speak in tongues, but even more to prophesy. The one who prophesies is greater than the one who speaks in tongues, unless someone interprets, so that the church may be built up. ...”

Acts 1:11 – And said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into heaven? This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.”

Group 22 – Does The Bible Actually Say To Give 10 Percent?

Acts 2:4 – “And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit gave them utterance.”

Acts 5:3-4 – But Peter said, “Ananias, why has Satan filled your heart to lie to the Holy Spirit and to keep back for yourself part of the proceeds of the land? While it remained unsold, did it not remain your own? And after it was sold, was it not at your disposal? Why is it that you have contrived this deed in your heart? You have not lied to men but to God.”

Malachi 3:8 – “Will man rob God? Yet you are robbing me. But you say, ‘How have we robbed you?’ In your tithes and contributions.“

John 3:16-17 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.“

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Bible Verses About Tithes

Discover Bible Verses About Tithes or Tithing. Many Christians struggle with the issue of tithing. Also, some churches over-emphasize giving. Likewise, many Christians refuse to submit to the Biblical exhortations about making offerings to the Lord God Almighty. We should note that tithing/giving is intended to be a great joy and a blessing. However, it is rather sad as this is not often the case in the church today. Tithing is an Old Testament concept. The tithe was a clear and well-understood requirement of the Law in which the Israelites were to give 10 percent of the crops they grew and the livestock they raised to the tabernacle/temple (Leviticus 27:30; Numbers 18:26; Deuteronomy 14:24; 2 Chronicles 31:5). The Old Testament Law required multiple tithes – one for the Levites, one for feast and temple use, and one for the poor inhabiting the land – summing to about 23.3 percent.

Today, most people understand the Old Testament tithe as a method of taxation to provide for the needs of the priests and Levites in the sacrificial system. After the death of Jesus Christ fulfilled the Law, the New Testament of the Bible nowhere commands, or even recommends, that Christians submit to a legalistic tithe system. That is, the New Testament nowhere designates a percentage of income that a person should set aside but only says that gifts should be “in keeping with income” (1 Corinthians 16:2). However, some in the Christian church have embraced the 10 percent figure from the Old Testament tithe and applied it as a “recommended minimum” for Christians in their act of giving.

Bible Verses About Tithes

It is without a doubt that the New Testament talks about the importance and benefits of giving. It invites us to give out of love as we are able. Sometimes that means giving over 10 percent; sometimes that may mean giving less. Behold, it all depends on the ability of the Christian and the needs of the body of Christ. Whatever the case, we should always remember the Scripture that says he/she who does not love does not know God: “Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love” – 1 John 4:8. Thus, if our giving is not backed with love, we are making a mockery/fool of ourselves for such gifts are not pleasing to the Lord God Almighty.

Every Christian should pray and seek God’s wisdom in the matter of participating in tithing and/or how much to give (James 1:5). Of greatest importance, all tithes and offerings should be made with pure motives and an attitude of worship to God and service to the body of Christ. “Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7).
As we unfold, we’ll pour more light on questions like Does the Bible require me to give 10% of my income to my church? Am I obligated to give to my church even if I am having trouble paying my bills? Should I tithe based on gross or net income? Will I receive blessings if I give “seed money” to a ministry? What does the Bible say about church offerings?

What Does The Scriptures Say About Tithes or Tithing

What the Old Testament says

In simple terms, “tithes” means a tenth or 10 percent. Tithing was designed specifically to meet the needs of the religious, economic, and political system of ancient Israel. Each of the twelve (12) tribes of Israel, except the tribe of Levi, initially received an allotment of land in the promised land of Canaan. The Levites were full-time assistants to Israel’s priests and were supported by a tithe offering from other eleven tribes. All families of those eleven tribes were expected to give a tenth of all produce, cattle, and flocks to the Levites. In turn, the Levites were expected to give a tenth of that to support the priests in their duties (Leviticus 27:30-33, Numbers 18:21-28). The Scriptures tell us that tithes were used to meet the needs of foreigners, orphans, and widows (Deuteronomy 26:12-13). Also, all Israelites were invited to be generous to those in need (Deuteronomy 15:7-8).

What the New Testament says

We come across several mentions of tithing in the New Testament (Matthew 23:23, Luke 11:42, 18:12; Hebrews 7:5-9), but all refer to the Old Testament system. However, the New Testament does not give any specific rules about tithing, and most aspects of the Old Testament Law do not apply to Christians.  In Matthew 23:23-24, Jesus Christ seems to support the tithe but these verses are primarily intended as a criticism of the Pharisees as hypocrites who obeyed the letter of the Law but not the Spirit of the Law. Despite the fact that they were so meticulous about the Law to the extent of tithing even the small amount of spices that they grew in household gardens, they ignored the more important matters of love, justice, mercy, and faithfulness. However, Christ invites us to give generously out of love to those in need (Matthew 25:31-46).

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In the Old Testament, the voice of God calls on us to be generous to everyone who is in need as we can read from Deuteronomy 15:7-8 – “If there is a poor man among your brothers in any of the towns of the land that the LORD your God is giving you, do not be hardhearted or tightfisted toward your poor brother. Rather be openhanded and freely lend him whatever he needs.”
In the New Testament, Jesus Christ, the beloved Son of God and Savior of the World made it clear that we are obligated to be generous to those in need (Matthew 25:31-46). We can as well support our point by reading from Matthew 5:42 – “Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.”

As Christians or followers of Jesus Christ, giving is to be done cheerfully, rather than as an obligation (2 Corinthians 9:6-7), and not for the purpose of public recognition (Matthew 6:1-4). The right amount to give may be more or less than ten percent, depending on one’s circumstances (Matthew 19:21, Luke 18:22, 21:1-4, Hebrews 13:16, 1 John 3:17). Generous giving is an acknowledgment that everything we have is a gift from God Almighty, and is to be used in His service (Luke 12:33, Acts 20:35, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, James 1:17, 1:27, 1 Peter 4:10).
Instead of giving a certain amount as an obligation, we are urged to share generously of whatever blessings, talents, abilities, and wealth that God has entrusted in our care for we shall give an account someday (Romans 12:6-8).

Questions and Answers about Tithes or Tithing

1) What is the tithe?

“Tithe” is a word that comes from an Old English root meaning “one-tenth.” It is the common English translation for the Old Testament Hebrew asar word group. Back in ancient Israel, the tithe was an offering of one’s agricultural income to the Lord as an expression of thanks and dedication. It is important to understand that in the Old Testament agricultural economy, tithes were paid not in cash, gold, or goods but in crops or livestock, for only the agricultural fruit of the promised land was to be tithed – not other forms of income. Although today, we commonly think of the tithe as “10 percent” as a result, apparently there are three tithes in the Old Testament, two every year and a third every third year, or an average of 23.3 percent of one’s annual produce from the land.

There was also a promotion of freewill offering and personal giving above and beyond the tithe. Tithes were given by the patriarchs Abraham (Genesis 4:17-20) and Jacob (Genesis 28:22); a system of tithes was instituted in the law of God given through Moses (Deuteronomy 12; Deuteronomy 14  Deuteronomy 26; and the prophets rebuked the children of Israel for failing to give the tithe to God (Malachi 3:8). Although the idea of the tithe is still present in the New Testament (Matthew 23:23), it is on no occasion explicitly applied to believers. Instead, all Christians are invited to embrace freewill giving as a response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the savior of mankind, based on faith in God as Provider of all things (2 Corinthians 9:6-10).

2) Does the Bible require me to give 10 percent of my income to my church?

In reality, the Bible does not tell the Christian to give a certain percentage. Questions like what percentage we should give are not answered for Christians in the Bible. Nor does the Bible tell us how much of our giving should go to a church as well as how much to help the needy. It is important to understand that during Biblical times, Christians typically held their meetings in private homes or public spaces (Acts 2:46, 12:12) and did not have significant operating expenses. However, it is not the same today as modern churches need money to pay for salaries, utilities, rent or mortgage payments, supplies, and other operating expenses. Churches also need volunteers for the establishment and running of many ministries and church tasks. Apostle Paul regularly urged Christians to use their God-given gifts or talents to assist in the work of the Church of Christ  (Romans 12:4-8).

3) Should my offering be computed on gross or net income?

Should my offering be computed on gross or net income? Is another modern-day question that is not answered in the Bible. In this case, we are to pray and seek God’s wisdom on how to go about it. For sure, His Spirit will touch our hearts and guide our actions.

4) Am I obligated to give to my church even if I am having trouble paying my bills?

The answer is No. As followers of Christ, we must pray and seek the counsel of the Holy Spirit as we listen to our conscience and consider our needs as well as those of our families (1 Timothy 5:8) when deciding how much to give. Pressure should not be put on anyone to give a certain amount of money or a certain percentage of income to a church or other ministry.

5) Will I receive blessings if I give a donation or “seed money” to a church or ministry?

The answer is No. As followers of Jesus Christ, our giving should not be one that is motivated by what we will receive in return. Instead, our giving should be motivated by love for God and His Kingdom. Giving out of love is pleasing to God who will definitely bless and see you through when you least expect it. However, it is important to note that there is no requirement in the Bible to give “seed money” to a church, preacher, or ministry, and no promise that any wealth or blessings of any kind will come as a result. Biblical verses like Matthew 13:1-9 and 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 are oftentimes cited in support when requesting for “seed money” and other donations, but the blessings promised here are spiritual ones.

6) Is tithing truly a matter of the heart?

Yes, of course, tithing is truly a matter of the heart. From the definition and purpose of the tithe, there is much that we can learn. The chief principle behind tithing and giving is the fact that what we do with our money shows where our heart is. Matthew 6:21 says: “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” When we are able to give 10% or more of our income instead of keeping the money for ourselves, it shows that our heart is not tied to the money and it is a sign that our love for God is more than that for money. Surprisingly, the Bible mentions money over 800 times, and of all of Jesus’ parables, over half of them talked about money. Upon noticing this, we might ask ourselves why? It is because money is where many people get tripped up.

7) What is the difference between tithes and offerings?

Although tithes and offerings are often grouped together, they are not the same thing. A tithe is a specific amount (10% of your income) whereas an offering is a nonspecific amount that you give.

8) What does the Bible say about those paying tithes and those not paying tithes?

1 Corinthians 16:14 says “Let all that you do be done in love.” If you’ve made up your mind to regularly give a specific percentage of your income as a tithe, do so in love. If instead of regularly giving a specific percentage of your income as a tithe, you choose to go for undefined freewill giving wherever the need is in the body of Christ, do so in love. Let’s just make sure that we do all things in love. It is the love in our hearts that makes our sacrifices acceptable to God Almighty. Whatever sacrifice or offering that you are making without love, you are making a mockery of yourself. Pray and let God’s Spirit lead you on the matters of giving tithes and offerings.

Bible Verses About Tithes

Malachi 3:8-9 – “Will man rob God? Yet you are robbing me. But you say, ‘How have we robbed you?’ In your tithes and contributions. You are cursed with a curse, for you are robbing me, the whole nation of you.“

Proverbs 3:9 – “Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce;“

2 Corinthians 9:7 – “Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.“

Leviticus 27:30 – “Every tithe of the land, whether of the seed of the land or of the fruit of the trees, is the Lord’s; it is holy to the Lord.”

Hebrews 7:1-28 – “For this Melchizedek, king of Salem, priest of the Most High God, met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings and blessed him, and to him Abraham apportioned a tenth part of everything. He is first, by translation of his name, king of righteousness, and then he is also king of Salem, that is, king of peace. He is without father or mother or genealogy, having neither beginning of days nor end of life, but resembling the Son of God he continues a priest forever. See how great this man was to whom Abraham the patriarch gave a tenth of the spoils! And those descendants of Levi who receive the priestly office have a commandment in the law to take tithes from the people, that is, from their brothers, though these also are descended from Abraham. …“

Group 1 – Bible Verses About Tithes

Malachi 3:10 – “Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. And thereby put me to the test, says the Lord of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you a blessing until there is no more need.”

Numbers 18:21 – “To the Levites I have given every tithe in Israel for an inheritance, in return for their service that they do, their service in the tent of meeting,“

Genesis 14:20 – “And blessed be God Most High, who has delivered your enemies into your hand!” And Abram gave him a tenth of everything.“

Matthew 23:23 – “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you tithe mint and dill and cumin, and have neglected the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faithfulness. These you ought to have done, without neglecting the others.”

Acts 20:35 – “In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

1 Corinthians 11:31 – “But if we judged ourselves truly, we would not be judged.“

Leviticus 27:32 – “And every tithe of herds and flocks, every tenth animal of all that pass under the herdsman’s staff, shall be holy to the Lord.”

Group 2 – Bible Verses About Tithes

Malachi 3:1-18 – “Behold, I send my messenger, and he will prepare the way before me. And the Lord whom you seek will suddenly come to his temple; and the messenger of the covenant in whom you delight, behold, he is coming, says the Lord of hosts. But who can endure the day of his coming, and who can stand when he appears? For he is like a refiner’s fire and like fullers’ soap. He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver, and he will purify the sons of Levi and refine them like gold and silver, and they will bring offerings in righteousness to the Lord. Then the offering of Judah and Jerusalem will be pleasing to the Lord as in the days of old and as in former years. “Then I will draw near to you for judgment. I will be a swift witness against the sorcerers, ...”

Luke 16:19-31 – “There was a rich man who was clothed in purple and fine linen and who feasted sumptuously every day. And at his gate was laid a poor man named Lazarus, covered with sores, who desired to be fed with what fell from the rich man’s table. Moreover, even the dogs came and licked his sores. The poor man died and was carried by the angels to Abraham’s side. The rich man also died and was buried, and in Hades, being in torment, he lifted up his eyes and saw Abraham far off and Lazarus at his side. ...”

John 4:24 – “God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.”

Group 3 – Bible Verses About Tithes

1 Timothy 5:8 – “But if anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for members of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.”

Deuteronomy 14:28-29 – “At the end of every three years you shall bring out all the tithe of your produce in the same year and lay it up within your towns. And the Levite, because he has no portion or inheritance with you, and the sojourner, the fatherless, and the widow, who are within your towns, shall come and eat and be filled, that the Lord your God may bless you in all the work of your hands that you do.”

2 Kings 2:23-24 – “He went up from there to Bethel, and while he was going up on the way, some small boys came out of the city and jeered at him, saying, “Go up, you baldhead! Go up, you baldhead!” And he turned around, and when he saw them, he cursed them in the name of the Lord. And two she-bears came out of the woods and tore forty-two of the boys.”

Luke 11:42 – “But woe to you Pharisees! For you tithe mint and rue and every herb, and neglect justice and the love of God. These you ought to have done, without neglecting the others.”

2 Corinthians 5:10 – “For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may receive what is due for what he has done in the body, whether good or evil.”

Group 4 – Bible Verses About Tithes

John 3:17 – “For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.”

Genesis 28:22 – “And this stone, which I have set up for a pillar, shall be God’s house. And of all that you give me I will give a full tenth to you.”

James 5:16 – “Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.”

1 John 1:9 – “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

Genesis 28:20-22 – Then Jacob made a vow, saying, “If God will be with me and will keep me in this way that I go, and will give me bread to eat and clothing to wear, so that I come again to my father’s house in peace, then the Lord shall be my God, and this stone, which I have set up for a pillar, shall be God’s house. And of all that you give me I will give a full tenth to you.”

Psalm 24:1 – “A Psalm of David. The earth is the Lord’s and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell therein,”

Exodus 16:36 – (An omer is the tenth part of an ephah.)

Group 5 – Bible Verses About Tithes

James 1:27 – “Religion that is pure and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world.”

Matthew 5:22 – “But I say to you that everyone who is angry with his brother will be liable to judgment; whoever insults his brother will be liable to the council; and whoever says, ‘You fool!’ will be liable to the hell of fire.”

2 Timothy 3:15 – “And how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.”

Leviticus 5:11 – “But if he cannot afford two turtledoves or two pigeons, then he shall bring as his offering for the sin that he has committed a tenth of an ephah of fine flour for a sin offering. He shall put no oil on it and shall put no frankincense on it, for it is a sin offering.“

Exodus 20:3 – “You shall have no other gods before me.“

Exodus 29:40 – “And with the first lamb a tenth seah of fine flour mingled with a fourth of a hin of beaten oil, and a fourth of a hin of wine for a drink offering.“

Colossians 3:16 – “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.”

Group 6 – Bible Verses About Tithes

1 John 1:8 – “If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.”

Revelation 21:8 – “But as for the cowardly, the faithless, the detestable, as for murderers, the sexually immoral, sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars, their portion will be in the lake that burns with fire and sulfur, which is the second death.”

Colossians 3:5 – “Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry.”

1 Corinthians 3:16 – “Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?“

Acts 20:29 – “I know that after my departure fierce wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock;“

Galatians 3:24 – “So then, the law was our guardian until Christ came, in order that we might be justified by faith.”

Leviticus 6:20 – “This is the offering that Aaron and his sons shall offer to the Lord on the day when he is anointed: a tenth of an ephah of fine flour as a regular grain offering, half of it in the morning and half in the evening.“

Revelation 22:18 – “I warn everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: if anyone adds to them, God will add to him the plagues described in this book,”

Group 7 – Bible Verses About Tithes

1 Corinthians 6:9 – “Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who practice homosexuality,“

Romans 12:19 – Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.”

Romans 10:9 – “Because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.“

Romans 8:29 – “For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers.”

1 Corinthians 3:11-15 – “For no one can lay a foundation other than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ. Now if anyone builds on the foundation with gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, straw— each one’s work will become manifest, for the Day will disclose it, because it will be revealed by fire, and the fire will test what sort of work each one has done. If the work that anyone has built on the foundation survives, he will receive a reward. If anyone’s work is burned up, he will suffer loss, though he himself will be saved, but only as through fire.“

Group 8 – Bible Verses About Tithes

Matthew 7:1-2 – “Judge not, that you be not judged. For with the judgment you pronounce you will be judged, and with the measure you use it will be measured to you.”

Genesis 1:1-31 – “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was without form and void, and darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters. And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light. And God saw that the light was good. And God separated the light from the darkness. God called the light Day, and the darkness he called Night. And there was evening and there was morning, the first day. ...”

Mark 12:41-44 – “And he sat down opposite the treasury and watched the people putting money into the offering box. Many rich people put in large sums. And a poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which make a penny. And he called his disciples to him and said to them, “Truly, I say to you, this poor widow has put in more than all those who are contributing to the offering box. For they all contributed out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty has put in everything she had, all she had to live on.”“

Mark 16:16 – “Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.”

Group 9 – Bible Verses About Tithes

Genesis 14:1-24 – “In the days of Amraphel king of Shinar, Arioch king of Ellasar, Chedorlaomer king of Elam, and Tidal king of Goiim, these kings made war with Bera king of Sodom, Birsha king of Gomorrah, Shinab king of Admah, Shemeber king of Zeboiim, and the king of Bela (that is, Zoar). And all these joined forces in the Valley of Siddim (that is, the Salt Sea). Twelve years they had served Chedorlaomer, but in the thirteenth year they rebelled. In the fourteenth year Chedorlaomer and the kings who were with him came and defeated the Rephaim in Ashteroth-karnaim, the Zuzim in Ham, the Emim in Shaveh-kiriathaim, …“

Genesis 28:1-22 – “Then Isaac called Jacob and blessed him and directed him, “You must not take a wife from the Canaanite women. Arise, go to Paddan-aram to the house of Bethuel your mother’s father, and take as your wife from there one of the daughters of Laban your mother’s brother. God Almighty bless you and make you fruitful and multiply you, that you may become a company of peoples. May he give the blessing of Abraham to you and to your offspring with you, that you may take possession of the land of your sojournings that God gave to Abraham!” Thus Isaac sent Jacob away. And he went to Paddan-aram, to Laban, the son of Bethuel the Aramean, the brother of Rebekah, Jacob’s and Esau’s mother. …“

Group 10 – Bible Verses About Tithes

1 Peter 4:12 – “Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you.”

Hebrews 10:25 – “Not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.”

2 Thessalonians 3:14 – “If anyone does not obey what we say in this letter, take note of that person, and have nothing to do with him, that he may be ashamed.“

1 Timothy 5:16 – “If any believing woman has relatives who are widows, let her care for them. Let the church not be burdened, so that it may care for those who are truly widows.”

2 Peter 1:10 – “Therefore, brothers, be all the more diligent to make your calling and election sure, for if you practice these qualities you will never fall.“

Revelation 1:1 – “The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things that must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John,”

1 Peter 5:8 – “Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.”

1 Peter 3:21 – “Baptism, which corresponds to this, now saves you, not as a removal of dirt from the body but as an appeal to God for a good conscience, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ,”

Group 11 – Bible Verses About Tithes

Colossians 2:12 – “Having been buried with him in baptism, in which you were also raised with him through faith in the powerful working of God, who raised him from the dead.”

Philippians 4:10-19 – “I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity. Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me. Yet it was kind of you to share my trouble. ...”

Philippians 4:15 – “And you Philippians yourselves know that in the beginning of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church entered into partnership with me in giving and receiving, except you only.”

Galatians 6:1 – “Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted.”

1 Corinthians 11:26 – “For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.”

Group 12 – Bible Verses About Tithes

Acts 2:1-47 – “When the day of Pentecost arrived, they were all together in one place. And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like a mighty rushing wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. And divided tongues as of fire appeared to them and rested on each one of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit gave them utterance. Now there were dwelling in Jerusalem Jews, devout men from every nation under heaven. …“

Luke 6:38 – “Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you.”

1 Corinthians 15:6 – “Then he appeared to more than five hundred brothers at one time, most of whom are still alive, though some have fallen asleep.”

Acts 26:20 – “But declared first to those in Damascus, then in Jerusalem and throughout all the region of Judea, and also to the Gentiles, that they should repent and turn to God, performing deeds in keeping with their repentance.”

Acts 2:38 – “And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.“

Luke 16:23 – “And in Hades, being in torment, he lifted up his eyes and saw Abraham far off and Lazarus at his side.”

Group 13 – Bible Verses About Tithes

Matthew 16:18 – “And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.“

Matthew 22:17-21 – Tell us, then, what you think. Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, or not?” But Jesus, aware of their malice, said, “Why put me to the test, you hypocrites? Show me the coin for the tax.” And they brought him a denarius. And Jesus said to them, “Whose likeness and inscription is this?” They said, “Caesar’s.” Then he said to them, “Therefore render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s.”

Matthew 10:28 – “And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell.“

Matthew 7:21-23 – “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. On that day many will say to me, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name, and cast out demons in your name, and do many mighty works in your name?’ And then will I declare to them, ‘I never knew you; depart from me, you workers of lawlessness.’“

Group 14 – Bible Verses About Tithes

Matthew 6:1-4 – “Beware of practicing your righteousness before other people in order to be seen by them, for then you will have no reward from your Father who is in heaven. “Thus, when you give to the needy, sound no trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may be praised by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”

Ecclesiastes 9:10 – “Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might, for there is no work or thought or knowledge or wisdom in Sheol, to which you are going.”

Group 15- Bible Verses About Tithes

Revelation 22:18-19 – “I warn everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: if anyone adds to them, God will add to him the plagues described in this book, and if anyone takes away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God will take away his share in the tree of life and in the holy city, which are described in this book.”

Numbers 18:26 – “Moreover, you shall speak and say to the Levites, ‘When you take from the people of Israel the tithe that I have given you from them for your inheritance, then you shall present a contribution from it to the Lord, a tithe of the tithe.“

Group 16 – Bible Verses About Tithes

Revelation 20:10 – “And the devil who had deceived them was thrown into the lake of fire and sulfur where the beast and the false prophet were, and they will be tormented day and night forever and ever.”

Revelation 20:14-15 – “Then Death and Hades were thrown into the lake of fire. This is the second death, the lake of fire. And if anyone’s name was not found written in the book of life, he was thrown into the lake of fire.“

Group 17 – Bible Verses About Tithes

Revelation 19:8 – “It was granted her to clothe herself with fine linen, bright and pure”— for the fine linen is the righteous deeds of the saints.“

Hebrews 10:26-31 – “For if we go on sinning deliberately after receiving the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins, but a fearful expectation of judgment, and a fury of fire that will consume the adversaries. Anyone who has set aside the law of Moses dies without mercy on the evidence of two or three witnesses. How much worse punishment, do you think, will be deserved by the one who has spurned the Son of God, and has profaned the blood of the covenant by which he was sanctified, and has outraged the Spirit of grace? For we know him who said, “Vengeance is mine; I will repay.” And again, “The Lord will judge his people.” ...”

Group 18 – Bible Verses About Tithes

2 Timothy 2:15 – “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth.”

Hebrews 4:12 – “For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.”

1 Timothy 6:10 – “For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs.”

Group 19 – Bible Verses About Tithes

Galatians 6:16 – “And as for all who walk by this rule, peace and mercy be upon them, and upon the Israel of God.“

Colossians 1:18 – “And he is the head of the body, the church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything he might be preeminent.”

Galatians 4:6 – And because you are sons, God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, “Abba! Father!”

1 Corinthians 13:3 – “If I give away all I have, and if I deliver up my body to be burned, but have not love, I gain nothing.“

Group 20 – Bible Verses On Tithes

1 Corinthians 16:2 – “On the first day of every week, each of you is to put something aside and store it up, as he may prosper, so that there will be no collecting when I come.“

Acts 20:28 – “Pay careful attention to yourselves and to all the flock, in which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to care for the church of God, which he obtained with his own blood.“

Acts 15:29 – “That you abstain from what has been sacrificed to idols, and from blood, and from what has been strangled, and from sexual immorality. If you keep yourselves from these, you will do well. Farewell.”

Group 21 – Bible Verses On Tithes

1 Corinthians 14:1-40 – “Pursue love, and earnestly desire the spiritual gifts, especially that you may prophesy. For one who speaks in a tongue speaks not to men but to God; for no one understands him, but he utters mysteries in the Spirit. On the other hand, the one who prophesies speaks to people for their upbuilding and encouragement and consolation. The one who speaks in a tongue builds up himself, but the one who prophesies builds up the church. Now I want you all to speak in tongues, but even more to prophesy. The one who prophesies is greater than the one who speaks in tongues, unless someone interprets, so that the church may be built up. ...”

Acts 1:11 – And said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into heaven? This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.”

Group 22 – Bible Verses On Tithes

Acts 2:4 – “And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit gave them utterance.”

Acts 5:3-4 – But Peter said, “Ananias, why has Satan filled your heart to lie to the Holy Spirit and to keep back for yourself part of the proceeds of the land? While it remained unsold, did it not remain your own? And after it was sold, was it not at your disposal? Why is it that you have contrived this deed in your heart? You have not lied to men but to God.”

Malachi 3:8 – “Will man rob God? Yet you are robbing me. But you say, ‘How have we robbed you?’ In your tithes and contributions.“

John 3:16-17 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.“

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New Creation Realities Scriptures

Discover the Best New Creation Realities Scriptures. The new creation is clearly described in 2 Corinthians 5:17: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!” Apostle Paul in verses 14-16 tells us that all believers have died for Christ and no longer live for themselves. That is, our lives are no longer worldly; they are now spiritual. Our “death” is that of the old sin nature that was nailed to the cross at Calvary with Christ. Behold, it was buried with Him, and just as He was raised up by the Father, so are we raised up to “walk in newness of life” (Romans 6:4). The new person that was raised up with and in Christ is what Apostle Paul refers to in 2 Corinthians 5:17 as the “new creation.”

In an effort to understand what the new creation is all about, we must first grasp that it is in fact a creation, something created by God Almighty. John 1:13 says that this new birth was brought about by the will of God. We did not decide to recreate ourselves to our likeness. Neither did God just clean up our old nature; He created something entirely unique and fresh. We can say of the new creation that it is completely new, brought about from nothing, in the same way, that the entire universe was created by God Almighty, from nothing. Only the Creator could successfully accomplish such a feat. In talking of old things that have passed away, the old refers to everything that is part of our old nature —natural pride, love of sin, reliance on works, and our former opinions, habits, and passions.

New Creation Realities Scriptures

Today, we can rejoice and thank God because “old things have passed away.” Most significantly, what we loved has passed away, especially the supreme love of self and with it self-righteousness, self-justification, and self-promotion. We are able to live a new life in Christ thanks to God’s unfailing love and grace for His creatures. Here, the new creature looks outwardly toward Christ instead of inwardly toward self. Along with the old passing away, “the new has come!” Thus, we can say with confidence that the old, dead things are replaced with new things, full of life and the glory of God Almighty. The newborn soul delights in the things of God and abhors the things of the flesh and those of the world. In this new nature, our purpose, desires, feelings, and understanding are fresh and different. We see the world differently and have a goal to please God.

In our new natures, we can better appreciate the goodness, love, and mercy of God. In the same light, our praises and worships are pleasing to Him. The things around us testify to his goodness, unfailing love, and protection. We feel different and develop new feelings toward all people – a new kind of love toward family and friends, a new compassion never before felt for enemies, a new love for all mankind, and the desire to see others giving their lives to Christ for salvation. The earthly things that we once loved, we now detest. The sin that we once held onto, we now desire to put away forever. In Christ, we “put off the old man with his deeds” (Colossians 3:9), and put on the “new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness” (Ephesians 4:24).

What the Scriptures say about a New Creation

There is much that the Scriptures say about the New Creation. However, the New Creation is a concept found in the New Testament, related to the New Life and New Man but with references also to the Old Testament book of Genesis “Old Creation.” We were created by God Almighty to serve and worship Him as we can read from Ephesians 2:10, “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” God is a Creator. In His might, He created the Heavens and the Earth and everything in them out of nothing (Genesis 1:1-31). He said, “‘Let there be light,’ and there was light” (v. 3). We understand that it is in this same way that God creates spiritual life and light in the hearts of men, making their hearts receptive to His Voice (Ezekiel 36:26).

The new life is brought about by the regeneration process that occurs by the Spirit of God (John 3:5-8). The regenerated person believes in Christ, is in Christ, loves Christ, lives for Christ, carries his/her cross, and follows Christ on a daily basis, at which point he/she has become a “new creation” (2 Corinthians 5:17). Such a person is a new entity, the same way that a newborn baby is a new person. Behold, the old self has gone away, and the new self has arrived. Becoming a new creation through the process of regeneration is not a mystery. There is nothing frightening about it. When Adam and Eve sinned, human beings lost their close connection to God. In simple terms, regeneration restores that connection, making it possible for God’s Spirit to live within us and flow through us as it was meant to.

What about born again Christians who continue to sin?

The Christian journey is not without challenges. The flesh, and mind, are influenced by Satan, and by the world, and by its own habits built over a lifetime. The flesh fights the “new man” that is created. This creates conflict within (Romans 7:14-23) that the unregenerated person does not experience. There is a difference between continuing to sin and continuing to live in sin. The new creation is no longer a slave to sin. Sin no longer has power over us (Romans 6:6-7). We now have the choice to “let sin reign” or to count ourselves “dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus” (Romans 6:11-12). Best of all, now we have the power to choose the latter. No one reaches sinless perfection in this life, but the redeemed Christian is being sanctified (made holy) day by day, sinning less and hating it more each time he fails.

God delivers us over time from this “body of death” and does not condemn us when we lose the fight with the flesh (Romans 7:24-8:1). Rather, He continually works on those He has regenerated. We are in a constant state of re-creation (Hebrews 10:14) until we reach heaven and we are glorified, no longer to struggle with sin (Romans 8:30). In our new natures, we begin to love and crave for the things of the Spirit, and to reject those things that He has rejected. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control” (Galatians 5:22–23). The newborn soul wants the things of God in fullness. Born again Christians still sin and fail, but the result is different. Instead of satisfaction, the new creation feels disappointed after indulging in sin and turns to God for mercy.

New Creation Realities Scriptures

2 Corinthians 5:17 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.“

Isaiah 43:18-19 – “Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.“

Galatians 2:20 – “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”

Colossians 3:9-10 – “Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have put off the old self with its practices and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator.”

2 Corinthians 5:17-21 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation; that is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation. Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.”

Group 1 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

Ezekiel 11:19-20 – “And I will give them one heart, and a new spirit I will put within them. I will remove the heart of stone from their flesh and give them a heart of flesh, that they may walk in my statutes and keep my rules and obey them. And they shall be my people, and I will be their God.“

Ephesians 4:22-24 – “To put off your old self, which belongs to your former manner of life and is corrupt through deceitful desires, and to be renewed in the spirit of your minds, and to put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness.”

Romans 6:1-23 – “What shall we say then? Are we to continue in sin that grace may abound? By no means! How can we who died to sin still live in it? Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life. For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we shall certainly be united with him in a resurrection like his. …“

Ephesians 2:10 – “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.“

Group 2 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

2 Corinthians 3:18 – “And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit.“

2 Peter 1:4 – “By which he has granted to us his precious and very great promises, so that through them you may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped from the corruption that is in the world because of sinful desire.“

Titus 3:5 – “He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit,“

Galatians 6:15 – “For neither circumcision counts for anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creation.”

Galatians 4:9-10 – “But now that you have come to know God, or rather to be known by God, how can you turn back again to the weak and worthless elementary principles of the world, whose slaves you want to be once more? You observe days and months and seasons and years!“

Isaiah 65:17 – “For behold, I create new heavens and a new earth, and the former things shall not be remembered or come into mind.”

Romans 6:3-4 – “Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.”

Group 3 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

Isaiah 64:8 – “But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand.”

2 Corinthians 6:14-18 – “Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness? What accord has Christ with Belial? Or what portion does a believer share with an unbeliever? What agreement has the temple of God with idols? For we are the temple of the living God; as God said, “I will make my dwelling among them and walk among them, and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. Therefore go out from their midst, and be separate from them, says the Lord, and touch no unclean thing; then I will welcome you, and I will be a father to you, and you shall be sons and daughters to me, says the Lord Almighty.”“

1 Peter 3:18-22 – “For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit, in which he went and proclaimed to the spirits in prison, because they formerly did not obey, when God’s patience waited in the days of Noah, while the ark was being prepared, in which a few, that is, eight persons, were brought safely through water. Baptism, which corresponds to this, now saves you, not as a removal of dirt from the body but as an appeal to God for a good conscience, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers having been subjected to him.”

Group 4 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

Ezekiel 36:25-27 – “I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you shall be clean from all your uncleannesses, and from all your idols I will cleanse you. And I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you. And I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh. And I will put my Spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes and be careful to obey my rules.”

Isaiah 64:8 – “But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand.“

Isaiah 65:17-25 – “For behold, I create new heavens and a new earth, and the former things shall not be remembered or come into mind. But be glad and rejoice forever in that which I create; for behold, I create Jerusalem to be a joy, and her people to be a gladness. I will rejoice in Jerusalem and be glad in my people; no more shall be heard in it the sound of weeping and the cry of distress. No more shall there be in it an infant who lives but a few days, or an old man who does not fill out his days, for the young man shall die a hundred years old, and the sinner a hundred years old shall be accursed. They shall build houses and inhabit them; they shall plant vineyards and eat their fruit. …“

Group 5 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

Genesis 1:26 – Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. And let them have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over the livestock and over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.”

Romans 6:4 – “We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.”

Ephesians 4:24 – “And to put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness.“

John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.“

Acts 2:38-39 – And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. For the promise is for you and for your children and for all who are far off, everyone whom the Lord our God calls to himself.”

Genesis 1:27 – “So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.”

Group 6 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

Romans 12:1-5 – “I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. For by the grace given to me I say to everyone among you not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think, but to think with sober judgment, each according to the measure of faith that God has assigned. For as in one body we have many members, and the members do not all have the same function, so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another.”

1 Timothy 2:1-15 – “First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, …“

Philippians 2:5 – “Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus,“

Group 7 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

John 3:1-36 – “Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. This man came to Jesus by night and said to him, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher come from God, for no one can do these signs that you do unless God is with him.” Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.” Nicodemus said to him, “How can a man be born when he is old? Can he enter a second time into his mother’s womb and be born?” Jesus answered, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God. …“

Ezekiel 36:26 – “And I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you. And I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh.”

John 6:50-71 – “This is the bread that comes down from heaven, so that one may eat of it and not die. I am the living bread that came down from heaven. If anyone eats of this bread, he will live forever. And the bread that I will give for the life of the world is my flesh.” The Jews then disputed among themselves, saying, “How can this man give us his flesh to eat?” So Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no life in you. Whoever feeds on my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day. …“

Group 8 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

Romans 8:1 – “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.“

John 3:3 – Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.”

2 Corinthians 5:21 – “For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.“

Colossians 3:10 – “And have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator.”

Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”

2 Peter 3:10-13 – “But the day of the Lord will come like a thief, and then the heavens will pass away with a roar, and the heavenly bodies will be burned up and dissolved, and the earth and the works that are done on it will be exposed. Since all these things are thus to be dissolved, what sort of people ought you to be in lives of holiness and godliness, waiting for and hastening the coming of the day of God, because of which the heavens will be set on fire and dissolved, and the heavenly bodies will melt as they burn! But according to his promise we are waiting for new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells.“

Colossians 3:10 – “And have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator.”

Group 9 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

Romans 14:1-23 – “As for the one who is weak in faith, welcome him, but not to quarrel over opinions. One person believes he may eat anything, while the weak person eats only vegetables. Let not the one who eats despise the one who abstains, and let not the one who abstains pass judgment on the one who eats, for God has welcomed him. Who are you to pass judgment on the servant of another? It is before his own master that he stands or falls. And he will be upheld, for the Lord is able to make him stand. One person esteems one day as better than another, while another esteems all days alike. Each one should be fully convinced in his own mind. …“

Philippians 4:13 – “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”

Romans 6:6 – “We know that our old self was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be brought to nothing, so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin.”

Hebrews 10:16 – “This is the covenant that I will make with them after those days, declares the Lord: I will put my laws on their hearts, and write them on their minds,”

John 3:16-17 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.”

Group 10 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

Isaiah 43:19 – “Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.“

Romans 1:20 – “For his invisible attributes, namely, his eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world, in the things that have been made. So they are without excuse.“

1 Peter 1:3 – “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,”

2 Corinthians 5:1-21 – “For we know that if the tent that is our earthly home is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. For in this tent we groan, longing to put on our heavenly dwelling, if indeed by putting it on we may not be found naked. For while we are still in this tent, we groan, being burdened—not that we would be unclothed, but that we would be further clothed, so that what is mortal may be swallowed up by life. He who has prepared us for this very thing is God, who has given us the Spirit as a guarantee. …“

Romans 6:6 – “We know that our old self was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be brought to nothing, so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin.”

Group 11 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

Galatians 3:26-28 – “For in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.”

Isaiah 43:18 – “Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old.“

1 Peter 2:9 – “But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.”

Genesis 1:1 – “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.“

1 Corinthians 12:13 – “For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—Jews or Greeks, slaves or free—and all were made to drink of one Spirit.“

Revelation 21:5 – And he who was seated on the throne said, “Behold, I am making all things new.” Also he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”

Colossians 1:15 – “He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation.“

Revelation 21:4 – “He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.”

Group 12 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

Ephesians 2:8 – “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God,”

1 Corinthians 1:30 – “And because of him you are in Christ Jesus, who became to us wisdom from God, righteousness and sanctification and redemption,”

2 Corinthians 6:18 – “And I will be a father to you, and you shall be sons and daughters to me, says the Lord Almighty.”

Revelation 3:14 – “And to the angel of the church in Laodicea write: ‘The words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of God’s creation.”

Romans 2:6-8 – “He will render to each one according to his works: to those who by patience in well-doing seek for glory and honor and immortality, he will give eternal life; but for those who are self-seeking and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness, there will be wrath and fury.“

Ephesians 2:15 – “By abolishing the law of commandments expressed in ordinances, that he might create in himself one new man in place of the two, so making peace,”

Colossians 3:3 – “For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God.“

Group 13 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

Titus 1:5-9 – “This is why I left you in Crete, so that you might put what remained into order, and appoint elders in every town as I directed you— if anyone is above reproach, the husband of one wife, and his children are believers and not open to the charge of debauchery or insubordination. For an overseer, as God’s steward, must be above reproach. He must not be arrogant or quick-tempered or a drunkard or violent or greedy for gain, but hospitable, a lover of good, self-controlled, upright, holy, and disciplined. He must hold firm to the trustworthy word as taught, so that he may be able to give instruction in sound doctrine and also to rebuke those who contradict it.”

Ephesians 2:6 – “And raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus,”

Colossians 1:16-17 – “For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together.”

Ephesians 1:3 – “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places,”

Ephesians 1:4 – “Even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. In love“

Group 14 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

Galatians 5:6 – “For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision counts for anything, but only faith working through love.“

Ephesians 4:11-14 – “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ, so that we may no longer be children, tossed to and fro by the waves and carried about by every wind of doctrine, by human cunning, by craftiness in deceitful schemes.”

Galatians 3:28 – “There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.“

Ezekiel 11:19 – “And I will give them one heart, and a new spirit I will put within them. I will remove the heart of stone from their flesh and give them a heart of flesh,“

Galatians 3:26 – “For in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith.”

Lamentations 3:22-24 – “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. “The Lord is my portion,” says my soul, “therefore I will hope in him.”“

Group 15 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

Ephesians 5:1-33 – “Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. But sexual immorality and all impurity or covetousness must not even be named among you, as is proper among saints. Let there be no filthiness nor foolish talk nor crude joking, which are out of place, but instead let there be thanksgiving. For you may be sure of this, that everyone who is sexually immoral or impure, or who is covetous (that is, an idolater), has no inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and God. ...”

2 Corinthians 5:19 – “That is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation.“

Galatians 3:27 – “For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ.”

Romans 16:3 – “Greet Prisca and Aquila, my fellow workers in Christ Jesus,“

Jeremiah 32:17 – “‘Ah, Lord God! It is you who have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and by your outstretched arm! Nothing is too hard for you.“

John 1:12 – “But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God,”

Group 16 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

Ephesians 2:8-9 – “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.”

Colossians 3:1-17 – “If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is your life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory. Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. ...”

Ecclesiastes 3:11 – “He has made everything beautiful in its time. Also, he has put eternity into man’s heart, yet so that he cannot find out what God has done from the beginning to the end.“

Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

John 5:24 – “Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life. He does not come into judgment, but has passed from death to life.”

Group 17 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

Romans 8:19 – “For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God.”

John 3:5 – Jesus answered, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God.”

John 1:13 – “Who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God.“

Hebrews 4:15-16 – “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.“

Revelation 1:1-20 – “The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things that must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John, who bore witness to the word of God and to the testimony of Jesus Christ, even to all that he saw. Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near. John to the seven churches that are in Asia: Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who is to come, and from the seven spirits who are before his throne, and from Jesus Christ the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of kings on earth. ...”

Group 18 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

1 Peter 3:1-6 – “Likewise, wives, be subject to your own husbands, so that even if some do not obey the word, they may be won without a word by the conduct of their wives, when they see your respectful and pure conduct. Do not let your adorning be external—the braiding of hair and the putting on of gold jewelry, or the clothing you wear— but let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God’s sight is very precious. For this is how the holy women who hoped in God used to adorn themselves, by submitting to their own husbands, …“

Ephesians 5:8 – “For at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light“

Hebrews 4:15-16 – “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.”

Galatians 5:24 – “And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.”

Psalm 139:13-14 – “For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.“

Group 19 – New Creation Realities Scriptures

Romans 4:13 – “For the promise to Abraham and his offspring that he would be heir of the world did not come through the law but through the righteousness of faith.”

Ephesians 1:7 – “In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace,”

Psalm 33:6 – “By the word of the Lord the heavens were made, and by the breath of his mouth all their host.“

Acts 17:28 – For “‘In him we live and move and have our being’; as even some of your own poets have said, “‘For we are indeed his offspring.’

Colossians 1:1-29 – “Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father. We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love that you have for all the saints, because of the hope laid up for you in heaven. Of this you have heard before in the word of the truth, the gospel, …“

Romans 8:29 – “For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers.”

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Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

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Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Discover the Best Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ. The new creation is clearly described in 2 Corinthians 5:17: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!” Apostle Paul in verses 14-16 tells us that all believers have died for Christ and no longer live for themselves. That is, our lives are no longer worldly; they are now spiritual. Our “death” is that of the old sin nature that was nailed to the cross at Calvary with Christ. Behold, it was buried with Him, and just as He was raised up by the Father, so are we raised up to “walk in newness of life” (Romans 6:4). The new person that was raised up with and in Christ is what Apostle Paul refers to in 2 Corinthians 5:17 as the “new creation.”

In an effort to understand what the new creation is all about, we must first grasp that it is in fact a creation, something created by God Almighty. John 1:13 says that this new birth was brought about by the will of God. We did not decide to recreate ourselves to our likeness. Neither did God just clean up our old nature; He created something entirely unique and fresh. We can say of the new creation that it is completely new, brought about from nothing, in the same way, that the entire universe was created by God Almighty, from nothing. Only the Creator could successfully accomplish such a feat. In talking of old things that have passed away, the old refers to everything that is part of our old nature —natural pride, love of sin, reliance on works, and our former opinions, habits, and passions.

Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Today, we can rejoice and thank God because “old things have passed away.” Most significantly, what we loved has passed away, especially the supreme love of self and with it self-righteousness, self-justification, and self-promotion. We are able to live a new life in Christ thanks to God’s unfailing love and grace for His creatures. Here, the new creature looks outwardly toward Christ instead of inwardly toward self. Along with the old passing away, “the new has come!” Thus, we can say with confidence that the old, dead things are replaced with new things, full of life and the glory of God Almighty. The newborn soul delights in the things of God and abhors the things of the flesh and those of the world. In this new nature, our purpose, desires, feelings, and understanding are fresh and different. We see the world differently and have a goal to please God.

In our new natures, we can better appreciate the goodness, love, and mercy of God. In the same light, our praises and worships are pleasing to Him. The things around us testify to his goodness, unfailing love, and protection. We feel different and develop new feelings toward all people – a new kind of love toward family and friends, a new compassion never before felt for enemies, a new love for all mankind, and the desire to see others giving their lives to Christ for salvation. The earthly things that we once loved, we now detest. The sin that we once held onto, we now desire to put away forever. In Christ, we “put off the old man with his deeds” (Colossians 3:9), and put on the “new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness” (Ephesians 4:24).

What the Scriptures say about a New Creation

There is much that the Scriptures say about the New Creation. However, the New Creation is a concept found in the New Testament, related to the New Life and New Man but with references also to the Old Testament book of Genesis “Old Creation.” We were created by God Almighty to serve and worship Him as we can read from Ephesians 2:10, “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” God is a Creator. In His might, He created the Heavens and the Earth and everything in them out of nothing (Genesis 1:1-31). He said, “‘Let there be light,’ and there was light” (v. 3). We understand that it is in this same way that God creates spiritual life and light in the hearts of men, making their hearts receptive to His Voice (Ezekiel 36:26).

The new life is brought about by the regeneration process that occurs by the Spirit of God (John 3:5-8). The regenerated person believes in Christ, is in Christ, loves Christ, lives for Christ, carries his/her cross, and follows Christ on a daily basis, at which point he/she has become a “new creation” (2 Corinthians 5:17). Such a person is a new entity, the same way that a newborn baby is a new person. Behold, the old self has gone away, and the new self has arrived. Becoming a new creation through the process of regeneration is not a mystery. There is nothing frightening about it. When Adam and Eve sinned, human beings lost their close connection to God. In simple terms, regeneration restores that connection, making it possible for God’s Spirit to live within us and flow through us as it was meant to.

What about born again Christians who continue to sin?

The Christian journey is not without challenges. The flesh, and mind, are influenced by Satan, and by the world, and by its own habits built over a lifetime. The flesh fights the “new man” that is created. This creates conflict within (Romans 7:14-23) that the unregenerated person does not experience. There is a difference between continuing to sin and continuing to live in sin. The new creation is no longer a slave to sin. Sin no longer has power over us (Romans 6:6-7). We now have the choice to “let sin reign” or to count ourselves “dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus” (Romans 6:11-12). Best of all, now we have the power to choose the latter. No one reaches sinless perfection in this life, but the redeemed Christian is being sanctified (made holy) day by day, sinning less and hating it more each time he fails.

God delivers us over time from this “body of death” and does not condemn us when we lose the fight with the flesh (Romans 7:24-8:1). Rather, He continually works on those He has regenerated. We are in a constant state of re-creation (Hebrews 10:14) until we reach heaven and we are glorified, no longer to struggle with sin (Romans 8:30). In our new natures, we begin to love and crave for the things of the Spirit, and to reject those things that He has rejected. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control” (Galatians 5:22–23). The newborn soul wants the things of God in fullness. Born again Christians still sin and fail, but the result is different. Instead of satisfaction, the new creation feels disappointed after indulging in sin and turns to God for mercy.

Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

2 Corinthians 5:17 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.“

Isaiah 43:18-19 – “Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.“

Galatians 2:20 – “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”

Colossians 3:9-10 – “Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have put off the old self with its practices and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator.”

2 Corinthians 5:17-21 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation; that is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation. Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.”

Group 1 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Ezekiel 11:19-20 – “And I will give them one heart, and a new spirit I will put within them. I will remove the heart of stone from their flesh and give them a heart of flesh, that they may walk in my statutes and keep my rules and obey them. And they shall be my people, and I will be their God.“

Ephesians 4:22-24 – “To put off your old self, which belongs to your former manner of life and is corrupt through deceitful desires, and to be renewed in the spirit of your minds, and to put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness.”

Ephesians 2:10 – “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.“

Romans 6:1-23 – “What shall we say then? Are we to continue in sin that grace may abound? By no means! How can we who died to sin still live in it? Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life. For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we shall certainly be united with him in a resurrection like his. …“

Group 2 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Galatians 6:15 – “For neither circumcision counts for anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creation.”

Galatians 4:9-10 – “But now that you have come to know God, or rather to be known by God, how can you turn back again to the weak and worthless elementary principles of the world, whose slaves you want to be once more? You observe days and months and seasons and years!“

Isaiah 65:17 – “For behold, I create new heavens and a new earth, and the former things shall not be remembered or come into mind.”

Romans 6:3-4 – “Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.”

2 Corinthians 3:18 – “And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit.“

2 Peter 1:4 – “By which he has granted to us his precious and very great promises, so that through them you may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped from the corruption that is in the world because of sinful desire.“

Titus 3:5 – “He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit,“

Group 3 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Isaiah 64:8 – “But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand.”

2 Corinthians 6:14-18 – “Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness? What accord has Christ with Belial? Or what portion does a believer share with an unbeliever? What agreement has the temple of God with idols? For we are the temple of the living God; as God said, “I will make my dwelling among them and walk among them, and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. Therefore go out from their midst, and be separate from them, says the Lord, and touch no unclean thing; then I will welcome you, and I will be a father to you, and you shall be sons and daughters to me, says the Lord Almighty.”“

1 Peter 3:18-22 – “For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit, in which he went and proclaimed to the spirits in prison, because they formerly did not obey, when God’s patience waited in the days of Noah, while the ark was being prepared, in which a few, that is, eight persons, were brought safely through water. Baptism, which corresponds to this, now saves you, not as a removal of dirt from the body but as an appeal to God for a good conscience, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers having been subjected to him.”

Group 4 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Isaiah 65:17-25 – “For behold, I create new heavens and a new earth, and the former things shall not be remembered or come into mind. But be glad and rejoice forever in that which I create; for behold, I create Jerusalem to be a joy, and her people to be a gladness. I will rejoice in Jerusalem and be glad in my people; no more shall be heard in it the sound of weeping and the cry of distress. No more shall there be in it an infant who lives but a few days, or an old man who does not fill out his days, for the young man shall die a hundred years old, and the sinner a hundred years old shall be accursed. They shall build houses and inhabit them; they shall plant vineyards and eat their fruit. …“

Ezekiel 36:25-27 – “I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you shall be clean from all your uncleannesses, and from all your idols I will cleanse you. And I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you. And I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh. And I will put my Spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes and be careful to obey my rules.”

Isaiah 64:8 – “But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand.“

Group 5 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.“

Acts 2:38-39 – And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. For the promise is for you and for your children and for all who are far off, everyone whom the Lord our God calls to himself.”

Genesis 1:27 – “So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.”

Genesis 1:26 – Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. And let them have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over the livestock and over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.”

Romans 6:4 – “We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.”

Ephesians 4:24 – “And to put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness.“

Group 6 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Romans 12:1-5 – “I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. For by the grace given to me I say to everyone among you not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think, but to think with sober judgment, each according to the measure of faith that God has assigned. For as in one body we have many members, and the members do not all have the same function, so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another.”

1 Timothy 2:1-15 – “First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, …“

Philippians 2:5 – “Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus,“

Group 7 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

John 3:1-36 – “Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. This man came to Jesus by night and said to him, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher come from God, for no one can do these signs that you do unless God is with him.” Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.” Nicodemus said to him, “How can a man be born when he is old? Can he enter a second time into his mother’s womb and be born?” Jesus answered, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God. …“

Ezekiel 36:26 – “And I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you. And I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh.”

John 6:50-71 – “This is the bread that comes down from heaven, so that one may eat of it and not die. I am the living bread that came down from heaven. If anyone eats of this bread, he will live forever. And the bread that I will give for the life of the world is my flesh.” The Jews then disputed among themselves, saying, “How can this man give us his flesh to eat?” So Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no life in you. Whoever feeds on my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day. …“

Group 8 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

John 3:3 – Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.”

Romans 8:1 – “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.“

2 Corinthians 5:21 – “For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.“

Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”

Colossians 3:10 – “And have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator.”

2 Peter 3:10-13 – “But the day of the Lord will come like a thief, and then the heavens will pass away with a roar, and the heavenly bodies will be burned up and dissolved, and the earth and the works that are done on it will be exposed. Since all these things are thus to be dissolved, what sort of people ought you to be in lives of holiness and godliness, waiting for and hastening the coming of the day of God, because of which the heavens will be set on fire and dissolved, and the heavenly bodies will melt as they burn! But according to his promise we are waiting for new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells.“

Colossians 3:10 – “And have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator.”

Group 9 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Romans 14:1-23 – “As for the one who is weak in faith, welcome him, but not to quarrel over opinions. One person believes he may eat anything, while the weak person eats only vegetables. Let not the one who eats despise the one who abstains, and let not the one who abstains pass judgment on the one who eats, for God has welcomed him. Who are you to pass judgment on the servant of another? It is before his own master that he stands or falls. And he will be upheld, for the Lord is able to make him stand. One person esteems one day as better than another, while another esteems all days alike. Each one should be fully convinced in his own mind. …“

Philippians 4:13 – “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”

John 3:16-17 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.”

Hebrews 10:16 – “This is the covenant that I will make with them after those days, declares the Lord: I will put my laws on their hearts, and write them on their minds,”

Romans 6:6 – “We know that our old self was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be brought to nothing, so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin.”

Group 10 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Isaiah 43:19 – “Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.“

Romans 1:20 – “For his invisible attributes, namely, his eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world, in the things that have been made. So they are without excuse.“

1 Peter 1:3 – “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,”

2 Corinthians 5:1-21 – “For we know that if the tent that is our earthly home is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. For in this tent we groan, longing to put on our heavenly dwelling, if indeed by putting it on we may not be found naked. For while we are still in this tent, we groan, being burdened—not that we would be unclothed, but that we would be further clothed, so that what is mortal may be swallowed up by life. He who has prepared us for this very thing is God, who has given us the Spirit as a guarantee. …“

Romans 6:6 – “We know that our old self was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be brought to nothing, so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin.”

Group 11 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Galatians 3:26-28 – “For in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.”

Isaiah 43:18 – “Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old.“

1 Peter 2:9 – “But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.”

Genesis 1:1 – “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.“

1 Corinthians 12:13 – “For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—Jews or Greeks, slaves or free—and all were made to drink of one Spirit.“

Revelation 21:5 – And he who was seated on the throne said, “Behold, I am making all things new.” Also he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”

Colossians 1:15 – “He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation.“

Revelation 21:4 – “He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.”

Group 12 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Ephesians 2:8 – “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God,”

1 Corinthians 1:30 – “And because of him you are in Christ Jesus, who became to us wisdom from God, righteousness and sanctification and redemption,”

2 Corinthians 6:18 – “And I will be a father to you, and you shall be sons and daughters to me, says the Lord Almighty.”

Revelation 3:14 – “And to the angel of the church in Laodicea write: ‘The words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of God’s creation.”

Romans 2:6-8 – “He will render to each one according to his works: to those who by patience in well-doing seek for glory and honor and immortality, he will give eternal life; but for those who are self-seeking and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness, there will be wrath and fury.“

Ephesians 2:15 – “By abolishing the law of commandments expressed in ordinances, that he might create in himself one new man in place of the two, so making peace,”

Colossians 3:3 – “For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God.“

Group 13 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Ephesians 2:6 – “And raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus,”

Colossians 1:16-17 – “For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together.”

Ephesians 1:3 – “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places,”

Ephesians 1:4 – “Even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. In love“

Titus 1:5-9 – “This is why I left you in Crete, so that you might put what remained into order, and appoint elders in every town as I directed you— if anyone is above reproach, the husband of one wife, and his children are believers and not open to the charge of debauchery or insubordination. For an overseer, as God’s steward, must be above reproach. He must not be arrogant or quick-tempered or a drunkard or violent or greedy for gain, but hospitable, a lover of good, self-controlled, upright, holy, and disciplined. He must hold firm to the trustworthy word as taught, so that he may be able to give instruction in sound doctrine and also to rebuke those who contradict it.”

Group 14 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Galatians 3:28 – “There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.“

Ezekiel 11:19 – “And I will give them one heart, and a new spirit I will put within them. I will remove the heart of stone from their flesh and give them a heart of flesh,“

Galatians 3:26 – “For in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith.”

Lamentations 3:22-24 – “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. “The Lord is my portion,” says my soul, “therefore I will hope in him.”“

Galatians 5:6 – “For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision counts for anything, but only faith working through love.“

Ephesians 4:11-14 – “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ, so that we may no longer be children, tossed to and fro by the waves and carried about by every wind of doctrine, by human cunning, by craftiness in deceitful schemes.”

Group 15 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Galatians 3:27 – “For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ.”

Romans 16:3 – “Greet Prisca and Aquila, my fellow workers in Christ Jesus,“

Jeremiah 32:17 – “‘Ah, Lord God! It is you who have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and by your outstretched arm! Nothing is too hard for you.“

John 1:12 – “But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God,”

Ephesians 5:1-33 – “Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. But sexual immorality and all impurity or covetousness must not even be named among you, as is proper among saints. Let there be no filthiness nor foolish talk nor crude joking, which are out of place, but instead let there be thanksgiving. For you may be sure of this, that everyone who is sexually immoral or impure, or who is covetous (that is, an idolater), has no inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and God. ...”

2 Corinthians 5:19 – “That is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation.“

Group 16 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Ecclesiastes 3:11 – “He has made everything beautiful in its time. Also, he has put eternity into man’s heart, yet so that he cannot find out what God has done from the beginning to the end.“

Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

John 5:24 – “Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life. He does not come into judgment, but has passed from death to life.”

Ephesians 2:8-9 – “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.”

Colossians 3:1-17 – “If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is your life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory. Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. ...”

Group 17 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Romans 8:19 – “For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God.”

John 3:5 – Jesus answered, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God.”

John 1:13 – “Who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God.“

Hebrews 4:15-16 – “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.“

Revelation 1:1-20 – “The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things that must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John, who bore witness to the word of God and to the testimony of Jesus Christ, even to all that he saw. Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near. John to the seven churches that are in Asia: Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who is to come, and from the seven spirits who are before his throne, and from Jesus Christ the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of kings on earth. ...”

Group 18 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Hebrews 4:15-16 – “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.”

Galatians 5:24 – “And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.”

Psalm 139:13-14 – “For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.“

1 Peter 3:1-6 – “Likewise, wives, be subject to your own husbands, so that even if some do not obey the word, they may be won without a word by the conduct of their wives, when they see your respectful and pure conduct. Do not let your adorning be external—the braiding of hair and the putting on of gold jewelry, or the clothing you wear— but let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God’s sight is very precious. For this is how the holy women who hoped in God used to adorn themselves, by submitting to their own husbands, …“

Ephesians 5:8 – “For at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light“

Group 19 – Bible Verses About A New Creation In Christ

Romans 4:13 – “For the promise to Abraham and his offspring that he would be heir of the world did not come through the law but through the righteousness of faith.”

Ephesians 1:7 – “In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace,”

Psalm 33:6 – “By the word of the Lord the heavens were made, and by the breath of his mouth all their host.“

Acts 17:28 – For “‘In him we live and move and have our being’; as even some of your own poets have said, “‘For we are indeed his offspring.’

Romans 8:29 – “For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers.”

Colossians 1:1-29 – “Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father. We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love that you have for all the saints, because of the hope laid up for you in heaven. Of this you have heard before in the word of the truth, the gospel, …“

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Bible Verses About A New Creation

Discover the Best Bible Verses About A New Creation. The new creation is clearly described in 2 Corinthians 5:17: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!” Apostle Paul in verses 14-16 tells us that all believers have died for Christ and no longer live for themselves. That is, our lives are no longer worldly; they are now spiritual. Our “death” is that of the old sin nature that was nailed to the cross at Calvary with Christ. Behold, it was buried with Him, and just as He was raised up by the Father, so are we raised up to “walk in newness of life” (Romans 6:4). The new person that was raised up with and in Christ is what Apostle Paul refers to in 2 Corinthians 5:17 as the “new creation.”

In an effort to understand what the new creation is all about, we must first grasp that it is in fact a creation, something created by God Almighty. John 1:13 says that this new birth was brought about by the will of God. We did not decide to recreate ourselves to our likeness. Neither did God just clean up our old nature; He created something entirely unique and fresh. We can say of the new creation that it is completely new, brought about from nothing, in the same way, that the entire universe was created by God Almighty, from nothing. Only the Creator could successfully accomplish such a feat. In talking of old things that have passed away, the old refers to everything that is part of our old nature —natural pride, love of sin, reliance on works, and our former opinions, habits, and passions.

Bible Verses About A New Creation

Today, we can rejoice and thank God because “old things have passed away.” Most significantly, what we loved has passed away, especially the supreme love of self and with it self-righteousness, self-justification, and self-promotion. We are able to live a new life in Christ thanks to God’s unfailing love and grace for His creatures. Here, the new creature looks outwardly toward Christ instead of inwardly toward self. Along with the old passing away, “the new has come!” Thus, we can say with confidence that the old, dead things are replaced with new things, full of life and the glory of God Almighty. The newborn soul delights in the things of God and abhors the things of the flesh and those of the world. In this new nature, our purpose, desires, feelings, and understanding are fresh and different. We see the world differently and have a goal to please God.

In our new natures, we can better appreciate the goodness, love, and mercy of God. In the same light, our praises and worships are pleasing to Him. The things around us testify to his goodness, unfailing love, and protection. We feel different and develop new feelings toward all people – a new kind of love toward family and friends, a new compassion never before felt for enemies, a new love for all mankind, and the desire to see others giving their lives to Christ for salvation. The earthly things that we once loved, we now detest. The sin that we once held onto, we now desire to put away forever. In Christ, we “put off the old man with his deeds” (Colossians 3:9), and put on the “new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness” (Ephesians 4:24).

What the Scriptures say about a New Creation

There is much that the Scriptures say about the New Creation. However, the New Creation is a concept found in the New Testament, related to the New Life and New Man but with references also to the Old Testament book of Genesis “Old Creation.” We were created by God Almighty to serve and worship Him as we can read from Ephesians 2:10, “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” God is a Creator. In His might, He created the Heavens and the Earth and everything in them out of nothing (Genesis 1:1-31). He said, “‘Let there be light,’ and there was light” (v. 3). We understand that it is in this same way that God creates spiritual life and light in the hearts of men, making their hearts receptive to His Voice (Ezekiel 36:26).

The new life is brought about by the regeneration process that occurs by the Spirit of God (John 3:5-8). The regenerated person believes in Christ, is in Christ, loves Christ, lives for Christ, carries his/her cross, and follows Christ on a daily basis, at which point he/she has become a “new creation” (2 Corinthians 5:17). Such a person is a new entity, the same way that a newborn baby is a new person. Behold, the old self has gone away, and the new self has arrived. Becoming a new creation through the process of regeneration is not a mystery. There is nothing frightening about it. When Adam and Eve sinned, human beings lost their close connection to God. In simple terms, regeneration restores that connection, making it possible for God’s Spirit to live within us and flow through us as it was meant to.

What about born again Christians who continue to sin?

The Christian journey is not without challenges. The flesh, and mind, are influenced by Satan, and by the world, and by its own habits built over a lifetime. The flesh fights the “new man” that is created. This creates conflict within (Romans 7:14-23) that the unregenerated person does not experience. There is a difference between continuing to sin and continuing to live in sin. The new creation is no longer a slave to sin. Sin no longer has power over us (Romans 6:6-7). We now have the choice to “let sin reign” or to count ourselves “dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus” (Romans 6:11-12). Best of all, now we have the power to choose the latter. No one reaches sinless perfection in this life, but the redeemed Christian is being sanctified (made holy) day by day, sinning less and hating it more each time he fails.

God delivers us over time from this “body of death” and does not condemn us when we lose the fight with the flesh (Romans 7:24-8:1). Rather, He continually works on those He has regenerated. We are in a constant state of re-creation (Hebrews 10:14) until we reach heaven and we are glorified, no longer to struggle with sin (Romans 8:30). In our new natures, we begin to love and crave for the things of the Spirit, and to reject those things that He has rejected. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control” (Galatians 5:22–23). The newborn soul wants the things of God in fullness. Born again Christians still sin and fail, but the result is different. Instead of satisfaction, the new creation feels disappointed after indulging in sin and turns to God for mercy.

Bible Verses About A New Creation

2 Corinthians 5:17 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.“

Isaiah 43:18-19 – “Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.“

Galatians 2:20 – “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”

Colossians 3:9-10 – “Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have put off the old self with its practices and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator.”

2 Corinthians 5:17-21 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation; that is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation. Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.”

Group 1 – Bible Verses About A New Creation

Ephesians 2:10 – “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.“

Romans 6:1-23 – “What shall we say then? Are we to continue in sin that grace may abound? By no means! How can we who died to sin still live in it? Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life. For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we shall certainly be united with him in a resurrection like his. …“

Ezekiel 11:19-20 – “And I will give them one heart, and a new spirit I will put within them. I will remove the heart of stone from their flesh and give them a heart of flesh, that they may walk in my statutes and keep my rules and obey them. And they shall be my people, and I will be their God.“

Ephesians 4:22-24 – “To put off your old self, which belongs to your former manner of life and is corrupt through deceitful desires, and to be renewed in the spirit of your minds, and to put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness.”

Group 2 – Bible Verses About A New Creation

2 Corinthians 3:18 – “And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit.“

2 Peter 1:4 – “By which he has granted to us his precious and very great promises, so that through them you may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped from the corruption that is in the world because of sinful desire.“

Titus 3:5 – “He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit,“

Galatians 6:15 – “For neither circumcision counts for anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creation.”

Galatians 4:9-10 – “But now that you have come to know God, or rather to be known by God, how can you turn back again to the weak and worthless elementary principles of the world, whose slaves you want to be once more? You observe days and months and seasons and years!“

Isaiah 65:17 – “For behold, I create new heavens and a new earth, and the former things shall not be remembered or come into mind.”

Romans 6:3-4 – “Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.”

Group 3 – Bible Verses About A New Creation

1 Peter 3:18-22 – “For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit, in which he went and proclaimed to the spirits in prison, because they formerly did not obey, when God’s patience waited in the days of Noah, while the ark was being prepared, in which a few, that is, eight persons, were brought safely through water. Baptism, which corresponds to this, now saves you, not as a removal of dirt from the body but as an appeal to God for a good conscience, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers having been subjected to him.”

Isaiah 64:8 – “But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand.”

2 Corinthians 6:14-18 – “Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness? What accord has Christ with Belial? Or what portion does a believer share with an unbeliever? What agreement has the temple of God with idols? For we are the temple of the living God; as God said, “I will make my dwelling among them and walk among them, and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. Therefore go out from their midst, and be separate from them, says the Lord, and touch no unclean thing; then I will welcome you, and I will be a father to you, and you shall be sons and daughters to me, says the Lord Almighty.”“

Group 4 – Bible Verses About A New Creation

Ezekiel 36:25-27 – “I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you shall be clean from all your uncleannesses, and from all your idols I will cleanse you. And I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you. And I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh. And I will put my Spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes and be careful to obey my rules.”

Isaiah 64:8 – “But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand.“

Isaiah 65:17-25 – “For behold, I create new heavens and a new earth, and the former things shall not be remembered or come into mind. But be glad and rejoice forever in that which I create; for behold, I create Jerusalem to be a joy, and her people to be a gladness. I will rejoice in Jerusalem and be glad in my people; no more shall be heard in it the sound of weeping and the cry of distress. No more shall there be in it an infant who lives but a few days, or an old man who does not fill out his days, for the young man shall die a hundred years old, and the sinner a hundred years old shall be accursed. They shall build houses and inhabit them; they shall plant vineyards and eat their fruit. …“

Group 5 – Bible Verses About A New Creation

Genesis 1:26 – Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. And let them have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over the livestock and over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.”

Romans 6:4 – “We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.”

Ephesians 4:24 – “And to put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness.“

John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.“

Acts 2:38-39 – And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. For the promise is for you and for your children and for all who are far off, everyone whom the Lord our God calls to himself.”

Genesis 1:27 – “So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.”

Group 6 – Bible Verses About A New Creation

1 Timothy 2:1-15 – “First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, …“

Philippians 2:5 – “Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus,“

Romans 12:1-5 – “I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. For by the grace given to me I say to everyone among you not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think, but to think with sober judgment, each according to the measure of faith that God has assigned. For as in one body we have many members, and the members do not all have the same function, so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another.”

Group 7 – Bible Verses About A New Creation

John 3:1-36 – “Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. This man came to Jesus by night and said to him, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher come from God, for no one can do these signs that you do unless God is with him.” Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.” Nicodemus said to him, “How can a man be born when he is old? Can he enter a second time into his mother’s womb and be born?” Jesus answered, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God. …“

Ezekiel 36:26 – “And I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you. And I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh.”

John 6:50-71 – “This is the bread that comes down from heaven, so that one may eat of it and not die. I am the living bread that came down from heaven. If anyone eats of this bread, he will live forever. And the bread that I will give for the life of the world is my flesh.” The Jews then disputed among themselves, saying, “How can this man give us his flesh to eat?” So Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no life in you. Whoever feeds on my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day. …“

Group 8 – Bible Verses About A New Creation

John 3:3 – Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.”

Romans 8:1 – “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.“

2 Corinthians 5:21 – “For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.“

Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”

Colossians 3:10 – “And have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator.”

2 Peter 3:10-13 – “But the day of the Lord will come like a thief, and then the heavens will pass away with a roar, and the heavenly bodies will be burned up and dissolved, and the earth and the works that are done on it will be exposed. Since all these things are thus to be dissolved, what sort of people ought you to be in lives of holiness and godliness, waiting for and hastening the coming of the day of God, because of which the heavens will be set on fire and dissolved, and the heavenly bodies will melt as they burn! But according to his promise we are waiting for new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells.“

Colossians 3:10 – “And have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator.”

Group 9 – Bible Verses About A New Creation

Philippians 4:13 – “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”

John 3:16-17 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.”

Hebrews 10:16 – “This is the covenant that I will make with them after those days, declares the Lord: I will put my laws on their hearts, and write them on their minds,”

Romans 6:6 – “We know that our old self was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be brought to nothing, so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin.”

Romans 14:1-23 – “As for the one who is weak in faith, welcome him, but not to quarrel over opinions. One person believes he may eat anything, while the weak person eats only vegetables. Let not the one who eats despise the one who abstains, and let not the one who abstains pass judgment on the one who eats, for God has welcomed him. Who are you to pass judgment on the servant of another? It is before his own master that he stands or falls. And he will be upheld, for the Lord is able to make him stand. One person esteems one day as better than another, while another esteems all days alike. Each one should be fully convinced in his own mind. …“

Group 10 – Bible Verses About A New Creation

2 Corinthians 5:1-21 – “For we know that if the tent that is our earthly home is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. For in this tent we groan, longing to put on our heavenly dwelling, if indeed by putting it on we may not be found naked. For while we are still in this tent, we groan, being burdened—not that we would be unclothed, but that we would be further clothed, so that what is mortal may be swallowed up by life. He who has prepared us for this very thing is God, who has given us the Spirit as a guarantee. …“

Romans 6:6 – “We know that our old self was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be brought to nothing, so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin.”

Isaiah 43:19 – “Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.“

Romans 1:20 – “For his invisible attributes, namely, his eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world, in the things that have been made. So they are without excuse.“

1 Peter 1:3 – “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,”

Group 11 – Bible Verses About A New Creation

Genesis 1:1 – “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.“

1 Corinthians 12:13 – “For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—Jews or Greeks, slaves or free—and all were made to drink of one Spirit.“

Revelation 21:5 – And he who was seated on the throne said, “Behold, I am making all things new.” Also he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”

Colossians 1:15 – “He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation.“

Revelation 21:4 – “He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.”

Galatians 3:26-28 – “For in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.”

Isaiah 43:18 – “Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old.“

1 Peter 2:9 – “But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.”

Group 12 – Bible Verses About A New Creation

Romans 2:6-8 – “He will render to each one according to his works: to those who by patience in well-doing seek for glory and honor and immortality, he will give eternal life; but for those who are self-seeking and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness, there will be wrath and fury.“

Ephesians 2:15 – “By abolishing the law of commandments expressed in ordinances, that he might create in himself one new man in place of the two, so making peace,”

Colossians 3:3 – “For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God.“

Ephesians 2:8 – “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God,”

1 Corinthians 1:30 – “And because of him you are in Christ Jesus, who became to us wisdom from God, righteousness and sanctification and redemption,”

2 Corinthians 6:18 – “And I will be a father to you, and you shall be sons and daughters to me, says the Lord Almighty.”

Revelation 3:14 – “And to the angel of the church in Laodicea write: ‘The words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of God’s creation.”

Group 13 – Bible Verses About A New Creation

Titus 1:5-9 – “This is why I left you in Crete, so that you might put what remained into order, and appoint elders in every town as I directed you— if anyone is above reproach, the husband of one wife, and his children are believers and not open to the charge of debauchery or insubordination. For an overseer, as God’s steward, must be above reproach. He must not be arrogant or quick-tempered or a drunkard or violent or greedy for gain, but hospitable, a lover of good, self-controlled, upright, holy, and disciplined. He must hold firm to the trustworthy word as taught, so that he may be able to give instruction in sound doctrine and also to rebuke those who contradict it.”

Ephesians 2:6 – “And raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus,”

Colossians 1:16-17 – “For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together.”

Ephesians 1:3 – “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places,”

Ephesians 1:4 – “Even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. In love“

Group 14 – Bible Verses About A New Creation

Galatians 3:28 – “There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.“

Ezekiel 11:19 – “And I will give them one heart, and a new spirit I will put within them. I will remove the heart of stone from their flesh and give them a heart of flesh,“

Galatians 3:26 – “For in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith.”

Lamentations 3:22-24 – “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. “The Lord is my portion,” says my soul, “therefore I will hope in him.”“

Galatians 5:6 – “For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision counts for anything, but only faith working through love.“

Ephesians 4:11-14 – “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ, so that we may no longer be children, tossed to and fro by the waves and carried about by every wind of doctrine, by human cunning, by craftiness in deceitful schemes.”

Group 15 – Bible Verses About A New Creation

Ephesians 5:1-33 – “Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. But sexual immorality and all impurity or covetousness must not even be named among you, as is proper among saints. Let there be no filthiness nor foolish talk nor crude joking, which are out of place, but instead let there be thanksgiving. For you may be sure of this, that everyone who is sexually immoral or impure, or who is covetous (that is, an idolater), has no inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and God. ...”

2 Corinthians 5:19 – “That is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation.“

Galatians 3:27 – “For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ.”

Romans 16:3 – “Greet Prisca and Aquila, my fellow workers in Christ Jesus,“

Jeremiah 32:17 – “‘Ah, Lord God! It is you who have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and by your outstretched arm! Nothing is too hard for you.“

John 1:12 – “But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God,”

Group 16 – Bible Verses On A New Creation

Ecclesiastes 3:11 – “He has made everything beautiful in its time. Also, he has put eternity into man’s heart, yet so that he cannot find out what God has done from the beginning to the end.“

Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

John 5:24 – “Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life. He does not come into judgment, but has passed from death to life.”

Ephesians 2:8-9 – “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.”

Colossians 3:1-17 – “If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is your life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory. Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. ...”

Group 17 – Bible Verses On A New Creation

Revelation 1:1-20 – “The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things that must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John, who bore witness to the word of God and to the testimony of Jesus Christ, even to all that he saw. Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near. John to the seven churches that are in Asia: Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who is to come, and from the seven spirits who are before his throne, and from Jesus Christ the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of kings on earth. ...”

Romans 8:19 – “For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God.”

John 3:5 – Jesus answered, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God.”

John 1:13 – “Who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God.“

Hebrews 4:15-16 – “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.“

Group 18 – Bible Verses On A New Creation

1 Peter 3:1-6 – “Likewise, wives, be subject to your own husbands, so that even if some do not obey the word, they may be won without a word by the conduct of their wives, when they see your respectful and pure conduct. Do not let your adorning be external—the braiding of hair and the putting on of gold jewelry, or the clothing you wear— but let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God’s sight is very precious. For this is how the holy women who hoped in God used to adorn themselves, by submitting to their own husbands, …“

Ephesians 5:8 – “For at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light“

Hebrews 4:15-16 – “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.”

Galatians 5:24 – “And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.”

Psalm 139:13-14 – “For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.“

Group 19 – Bible Verses On A New Creation

Romans 8:29 – “For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers.”

Colossians 1:1-29 – “Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father. We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love that you have for all the saints, because of the hope laid up for you in heaven. Of this you have heard before in the word of the truth, the gospel, …“

Romans 4:13 – “For the promise to Abraham and his offspring that he would be heir of the world did not come through the law but through the righteousness of faith.”

Ephesians 1:7 – “In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace,”

Psalm 33:6 – “By the word of the Lord the heavens were made, and by the breath of his mouth all their host.“

Acts 17:28 – For “‘In him we live and move and have our being’; as even some of your own poets have said, “‘For we are indeed his offspring.’

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Bible Verses About Reputation KJV

Discover the top Bible Verses About Reputation KJV. Proverbs 22:1 says, “A [good] name [is] rather to be chosen than great riches, [and] loving favour rather than silver and gold.” This is a clear indication that the Bible encourages us to keep good reputations. The same is said in Ecclesiastes 7:1, “A good name [is] better than precious ointment; and the day of death than the day of one’s birth.” It is without a doubt that the Bible is clear on the fact that a good reputation is of great value and is therefore something that we should strive to earn and maintain. It is important to understand that a reputation is built over time as others evaluate our life choices and determine who we are based on how we behave.

Although we generally don’t like the idea of being judged, the fact is that we are always “judging” each other as a way of determining who is trustworthy and who is not. Behold, reputation is built on the judgment of others. In choosing a neighbor to watch the house in our absence, while we are gone on a trip, we are more likely to choose one with a good reputation. It is without a doubt that we won’t call for the kid down the street who is always in trouble with the law to come and be in charge of our house while we are gone on a trip. This is obviously because he/she does not have a good reputation.

On the other hand, if there is someone around who has been honest and friendly and has not given us a reason to doubt his/her character, we are more likely to place something of value under his/her care because his reputation inspires confidence and trust.

Bible Verses About Reputation KJV

In accordance with Acts 1:8, Christians are to have as their number-one priority the work of rightly representing Christ to this lost and broken world. And because Jesus is honest, trustworthy, kind, loyal, loving, merciful, and honorable, we should strive to be those things as well (Ephesians 5:1), for such are the qualities that contribute to a good and lasting reputation. It is worth pointing to the fact that people evaluate the worthiness of our message based on our reputation as people of character. A poor reputation taints our message. Hatred. dishonesty, gossip, greed, and hypocrisy damage our testimonies and do not reflect the character of Jesus. Many will not heed our words when our reputations do not match what we claim to believe in our hearts.

One is likely to ask, what is a good reputation? and how do we maintain a good reputation? In simple terms, people with good reputations are those who live with integrity. That is, their private lives match their public personas. There are no hidden agendas, double lives, or dishonest practices. Such people live authentically, and, when they sin, they are quick in making it right with those they offended (Matthew 5:23–24). Such people keep their word, treat others respectfully, and accept their responsibilities despite the challenges they are facing. Also, they treat their families well, and, because they are consistent, others know what to expect of them. In addition, those with good reputations usually care very much about keeping their reputations intact.

What Does The Scriptures Say About Reputation?

There is much that the Scriptures say about reputation. We are all called to keep a good reputation in the eyes of the watching world. Emphasis is laid on pastors who are expected to lead by words and actions. Among the elder’s qualifications is that “Moreover he must have a good report of them which are without; lest he fall into reproach and the snare of the devil.” (1 Timothy 3:7). It is not only what believers say about their pastor that counts; it’s what the unsaved are saying, too. In a pastor’s ministry, credibility within and outside the church is very important. If a pastor loses credibility in the face of those he is trying to bring into the light of Christ, then he brings reproach upon his office, his message, and his Lord. The world needs to see pastors who are upright, honorable, real, self-controlled, merciful, and loving.

The story of Paul and Silas points to a good reputation. When they were passing through Lystra during Paul’s second missionary journey, they found a disciple named Timothy (Acts 16:1). Verse 3 speaks of Apostle Paul who wanted Timothy to accompany him on his missionary journeys and be of a helping hand in the ministerial work. Behold, Timothy left home and followed Paul, thereby beginning a lifelong friendship. One of the main reasons behind Paul’s decision to select Timothy for ministry work is in verse 2: “The believers at Lystra and Iconium spoke well of [Timothy].” In other words, we are saying that Apostle Paul selected Timothy to accompany him for ministry work due to his good reputation. Those around Timothy spoke well of him in the light of the Gospel.

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It is rather unfortunate that there are times when our reputations are tarnished through no fault of our own. Gossip, Lies, and slander can cast a shadow over the most stellar of reputations. In such times, we as Christians are expected to follow the example of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  Philippians 2:7 says that Jesus “made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men” (KJV). Jesus Christ, the Son of God, knew clearly that, when he left His throne room of Heaven to come to Earth as a man, His exalted reputation would not follow Him. That is, His rights to be worshiped, praised, and adored had to be set aside in order to accomplish God’s higher goal.

Christ left His reputation behind and entered a world where He would be misunderstood, disgraced, mocked, and lied about (Matthew 26:59–60). The Son was willing to entrust His reputation to His Father, and, whenever we are disgraced, lied about, mocked, and wrongly accused, we can do the same (1 Peter 2:22–23). Romans 12:18 says, “If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.” As followers of Christ, we seek ways to do good thereby proving ourselves to be people of virtuous character, and making others to trust us. We avoid being stained by the world (James 1:27). God wants us to live in a way that those who know us won’t believe the slander. “Your honorable lives should silence those ignorant people who make foolish accusations against you” (1 Peter 2:15, NLT).

Ways to build and maintain a good reputation

  1. Love and treat others as you do for yourself and your household
  2. Go out of your way to help others reach their goals
  3. Make other people look good
  4. Go a step beyond what is expected
  5. Pay attention to your body language
  6. Be consistent
  7. Act with integrity
  8. Get engaged with your community
  9. Be likable
  10. Meet deadlines
  11. Come up with ideas to improve something
  12. Express appreciation to someone who helps
  13. Give credit to others
  14. Be careful about complaining
  15. Welcome new co-workers
  16. Come up with solutions for problems
  17. Offer suggestions so that others don’t trip themselves up
  18. If you spot a problem, propose a solution
  19. Admit it when you are wrong
  20. Step back to get a bigger picture
  21. Don’t always make excuses
  22. Pay attention to details
  23. Avoid having someone remind you
  24. Always remember to thank those who help you
  25. Appreciate someone who does a good job
  26. Welcome challenges
  27. Smile more
  28. Forgive those who hurt you
  29. Do good to those who hate you
  30. Stand courageous for the truth

Bible Verses About Reputation KJV

Proverbs 22:1 – “A [good] name [is] rather to be chosen than great riches, [and] loving favour rather than silver and gold.”

Ecclesiastes 7:1 – “A good name [is] better than precious ointment; and the day of death than the day of one’s birth.”

1 Peter 2:12 – “Having your conversation honest among the Gentiles: that, whereas they speak against you as evildoers, they may by [your] good works, which they shall behold, glorify God in the day of visitation.“

1 Timothy 3:2-7 – “A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach; …“

1 Corinthians 4:1 – “Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God.”

Philippians 4:5 – “Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord [is] at hand.”

Group 1 – Bible Verses About Reputation KJV

Philippians 2:7 – “But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men:“

2 Corinthians 6:3 – “Giving no offence in any thing, that the ministry be not blamed:“

Revelation 3:1 – “And unto the angel of the church in Sardis write; These things saith he that hath the seven Spirits of God, and the seven stars; I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead.“

Acts 20:35 – “I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.”

Proverbs 20:11 – “Even a child is known by his doings, whether his work [be] pure, and whether [it be] right.”

Proverbs 3:1-4 – “My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: …“

Group 2 – Bible Verses About Reputation KJV

1 Peter 2:11-12 – “Dearly beloved, I beseech [you] as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul; …“

Philippians 1:27 – “Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs, that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel;“

Acts 16:2 – “Which was well reported of by the brethren that were at Lystra and Iconium.”

Ruth 2:1-13 – “And Naomi had a kinsman of her husband’s, a mighty man of wealth, of the family of Elimelech; and his name [was] Boaz. …“

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Discover the Best Reputation Bible Lesson. Proverbs 22:1 says, “A good name is to be more desired than great wealth, / Favor is better than silver and gold.” This is a clear indication that the Bible encourages us to keep good reputations. The same is said in Ecclesiastes 7:1, “A good reputation is more valuable than costly perfume” (NLT). It is without a doubt that the Bible is clear on the fact that a good reputation is of great value and is therefore something that we should strive to earn and maintain. It is important to understand that a reputation is built over time as others evaluate our life choices and determine who we are based on how we behave.

Although we generally don’t like the idea of being judged, the fact is that we are always “judging” each other as a way of determining who is trustworthy and who is not. Behold, reputation is built on the judgment of others. In choosing a neighbor to watch the house in our absence, while we are gone on a trip, we are more likely to choose one with a good reputation. It is without a doubt that we won’t call for the kid down the street who is always in trouble with the law to come and be in charge of our house while we are gone on a trip. This is obviously because he/she does not have a good reputation.

On the other hand, if there is someone around who has been honest and friendly and has not given us a reason to doubt his/her character, we are more likely to place something of value under his/her care because his reputation inspires confidence and trust.

Reputation Bible Lesson

In accordance with Acts 1:8, Christians are to have as their number-one priority the work of rightly representing Christ to this lost and broken world. And because Jesus is honest, trustworthy, kind, loyal, loving, merciful, and honorable, we should strive to be those things as well (Ephesians 5:1), for such are the qualities that contribute to a good and lasting reputation. It is worth pointing to the fact that people evaluate the worthiness of our message based on our reputation as people of character. A poor reputation taints our message. Hatred. dishonesty, gossip, greed, and hypocrisy damage our testimonies and do not reflect the character of Jesus. Many will not heed our words when our reputations do not match what we claim to believe in our hearts.

One is likely to ask, what is a good reputation? and how do we maintain a good reputation? In simple terms, people with good reputations are those who live with integrity. That is, their private lives match their public personas. There are no hidden agendas, double lives, or dishonest practices. Such people live authentically, and, when they sin, they are quick in making it right with those they offended (Matthew 5:23–24). Such people keep their word, treat others respectfully, and accept their responsibilities despite the challenges they are facing. Also, they treat their families well, and, because they are consistent, others know what to expect of them. In addition, those with good reputations usually care very much about keeping their reputations intact.

What Does The Scriptures Say About Reputation?

There is much that the Scriptures say about reputation. We are all called to keep a good reputation in the eyes of the watching world. Emphasis is laid on pastors who are expected to lead by words and actions. Among the elder’s qualifications is that “he must also have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the devil’s trap” (1 Timothy 3:7). It is not only what believers say about their pastor that counts; it’s what the unsaved are saying, too. In a pastor’s ministry, credibility within and outside the church is very important. If a pastor loses credibility in the face of those he is trying to bring into the light of Christ, then he brings reproach upon his office, his message, and his Lord. The world needs to see pastors who are upright, honorable, real, self-controlled, merciful, and loving.

The story of Paul and Silas points to a good reputation. When they were passing through Lystra during Paul’s second missionary journey, they found a disciple named Timothy (Acts 16:1). Verse 3 speaks of Apostle Paul who wanted Timothy to accompany him on his missionary journeys and be of a helping hand in the ministerial work. Behold, Timothy left home and followed Paul, thereby beginning a lifelong friendship. One of the main reasons behind Paul’s decision to select Timothy for ministry work is in verse 2: “The believers at Lystra and Iconium spoke well of [Timothy].” In other words, we are saying that Apostle Paul selected Timothy to accompany him for ministry work due to his good reputation. Those around Timothy spoke well of him in the light of the Gospel.

More on what the Scriptures say about Reputation

It is rather unfortunate that there are times when our reputations are tarnished through no fault of our own. Gossip, Lies, and slander can cast a shadow over the most stellar of reputations. In such times, we as Christians are expected to follow the example of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  Philippians 2:7 says that Jesus “made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men” (KJV). Jesus Christ, the Son of God, knew clearly that, when he left His throne room of Heaven to come to Earth as a man, His exalted reputation would not follow Him. That is, His rights to be worshiped, praised, and adored had to be set aside in order to accomplish God’s higher goal.

Christ left His reputation behind and entered a world where He would be misunderstood, disgraced, mocked, and lied about (Matthew 26:59–60). The Son was willing to entrust His reputation to His Father, and, whenever we are disgraced, lied about, mocked, and wrongly accused, we can do the same (1 Peter 2:22–23). Romans 12:18 says, “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.” As followers of Christ, we seek ways to do good thereby proving ourselves to be people of virtuous character, and making others to trust us. We avoid being stained by the world (James 1:27). God wants us to live in a way that those who know us won’t believe the slander. “Your honorable lives should silence those ignorant people who make foolish accusations against you” (1 Peter 2:15, NLT).

Ways to build and maintain a good reputation

  1. Love and treat others as you do for yourself and your household
  2. Go out of your way to help others reach their goals
  3. Make other people look good
  4. Go a step beyond what is expected
  5. Pay attention to your body language
  6. Be consistent
  7. Act with integrity
  8. Get engaged with your community
  9. Be likable
  10. Meet deadlines
  11. Come up with ideas to improve something
  12. Express appreciation to someone who helps
  13. Give credit to others
  14. Be careful about complaining
  15. Welcome new co-workers
  16. Come up with solutions for problems
  17. Offer suggestions so that others don’t trip themselves up
  18. If you spot a problem, propose a solution
  19. Admit it when you are wrong
  20. Step back to get a bigger picture
  21. Don’t always make excuses
  22. Pay attention to details
  23. Avoid having someone remind you
  24. Always remember to thank those who help you
  25. Appreciate someone who does a good job
  26. Welcome challenges
  27. Smile more
  28. Forgive those who hurt you
  29. Do good to those who hate you
  30. Stand courageous for the truth

Reputation Bible Lesson

Proverbs 22:1 – “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold.”

Philippians 2:7 – “But made himself nothing, taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men.“

Ecclesiastes 7:1 – “A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth.”

1 Peter 2:12 – “Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day of visitation.”

Matthew 5:16 – “In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.”

Ecclesiastes 10:1 – “Dead flies make the perfumer’s ointment give off a stench; so a little folly outweighs wisdom and honor.”

Proverbs 10:7 – “The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot.”

1 Timothy 3:7 – “Moreover, he must be well thought of by outsiders, so that he may not fall into disgrace, into a snare of the devil.”

Group 1 – Reputation Bible Lesson

Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”

1 Timothy 3:2-7 – “Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not a drunkard, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, not a lover of money. He must manage his own household well, with all dignity keeping his children submissive, for if someone does not know how to manage his own household, how will he care for God’s church? He must not be a recent convert, or he may become puffed up with conceit and fall into the condemnation of the devil. …“

Acts 16:2 – “He was well spoken of by the brothers at Lystra and Iconium.“

1 Corinthians 15:33 – Do not be deceived: “Bad company ruins good morals.”

Philippians 4:5 – “Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand;“

2 Timothy 3:3-4 – “Heartless, unappeasable, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not loving good, treacherous, reckless, swollen with conceit, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God,”

Matthew 7:17 – “So, every healthy tree bears good fruit, but the diseased tree bears bad fruit.”

Group 2 – Reputation Bible Lesson

1 Peter 1:14 – “As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of your former ignorance,“

Luke 1:37 – “For nothing will be impossible with God.”

James 3:10-12 – “From the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, these things ought not to be so. Does a spring pour forth from the same opening both fresh and salt water? Can a fig tree, my brothers, bear olives, or a grapevine produce figs? Neither can a salt pond yield fresh water.“

John 14:6 – Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”

Psalm 27:1-14 – “Of David. The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? When evildoers assail me to eat up my flesh, my adversaries and foes, it is they who stumble and fall. Though an army encamp against me, my heart shall not fear; though war arise against me, yet I will be confident. One thing have I asked of the Lord, that will I seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to inquire in his temple. For he will hide me in his shelter in the day of trouble; he will conceal me under the cover of his tent; he will lift me high upon a rock. …“

Group 3 – Reputation Bible Lesson

Revelation 3:1 – “And to the angel of the church in Sardis write: ‘The words of him who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. “‘I know your works. You have the reputation of being alive, but you are dead.

1 Corinthians 4:1 – “This is how one should regard us, as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God.“

John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”

Proverbs 20:11 – “Even a child makes himself known by his acts, by whether his conduct is pure and upright.“

Acts 17:10-11 – “The brothers immediately sent Paul and Silas away by night to Berea, and when they arrived they went into the Jewish synagogue. Now these Jews were more noble than those in Thessalonica; they received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so.“

1 Peter 2:11-12 – “Beloved, I urge you as sojourners and exiles to abstain from the passions of the flesh, which wage war against your soul. Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day of visitation.”

Group 4 – Reputation Bible Lesson

Isaiah 43:6-7 – “I will say to the north, Give up, and to the south, Do not withhold; bring my sons from afar and my daughters from the end of the earth, everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made.”

Proverbs 26:18-19 – “Like a madman who throws firebrands, arrows, and death is the man who deceives his neighbor and says, “I am only joking!”“

Philippians 2:29 – “So receive him in the Lord with all joy, and honor such men,“

Proverbs 12:26 – “One who is righteous is a guide to his neighbor, but the way of the wicked leads them astray.“

Philippians 4:8 – “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”

Philippians 1:27 – “Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,”

Group 5 – Reputation Bible Lesson

Ecclesiastes 7:1-8 – “A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth. It is better to go to the house of mourning than to go to the house of feasting, for this is the end of all mankind, and the living will lay it to heart. Sorrow is better than laughter, for by sadness of face the heart is made glad. The heart of the wise is in the house of mourning, but the heart of fools is in the house of mirth. It is better for a man to hear the rebuke of the wise than to hear the song of fools. ...”

Exodus 20:16 – “You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.”

Jeremiah 17:9 – “The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately sick; who can understand it?“

Acts 24:16 – “So I always take pains to have a clear conscience toward both God and man.”

Acts 6:1-3 – “Now in these days when the disciples were increasing in number, a complaint by the Hellenists arose against the Hebrews because their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution. And the twelve summoned the full number of the disciples and said, “It is not right that we should give up preaching the word of God to serve tables. Therefore, brothers, pick out from among you seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we will appoint to this duty.”

Group 6 – Reputation Bible Lesson

Proverbs 16:18 – “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.”

1 Timothy 4:12 – “Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.”

John 8:44 – “You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and has nothing to do with the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies.”

Proverbs 13:20 – “Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.”

Colossians 3:23 – “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men,”

Romans 12:2 – “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.“

Titus 2:6-8 – “Likewise, urge the younger men to be self-controlled. Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity, and sound speech that cannot be condemned, so that an opponent may be put to shame, having nothing evil to say about us.”

Group 7 – Reputation Bible Lesson

Romans 12:17 – “Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all.“

Proverbs 3:3-4 – “Let not steadfast love and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart. So you will find favor and good success in the sight of God and man.”

2 Corinthians 6:3 – “We put no obstacle in anyone’s way, so that no fault may be found with our ministry,”

Ephesians 5:1 – “Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children.”

Proverbs 22:1-29 – “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold. The rich and the poor meet together; the Lord is the maker of them all. The prudent sees danger and hides himself, but the simple go on and suffer for it. The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches and honor and life. Thorns and snares are in the way of the crooked; whoever guards his soul will keep far from them. ...”

Proverbs 4:23 – “Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.“

Group 8 – Reputation Bible Lesson

Ecclesiastes 7:1-29 – “A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth. It is better to go to the house of mourning than to go to the house of feasting, for this is the end of all mankind, and the living will lay it to heart. Sorrow is better than laughter, for by sadness of face the heart is made glad. The heart of the wise is in the house of mourning, but the heart of fools is in the house of mirth. It is better for a man to hear the rebuke of the wise than to hear the song of fools. …“

Revelation 1:1-20 – “The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things that must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John, who bore witness to the word of God and to the testimony of Jesus Christ, even to all that he saw. Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near. John to the seven churches that are in Asia: Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who is to come, and from the seven spirits who are before his throne, and from Jesus Christ the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of kings on earth. …“

Group 9 – Reputation Bible Lesson

John 8:12 – Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”

1 Timothy 3:2 – “Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach,”

Proverbs 3:1-4 – “My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments, for length of days and years of life and peace they will add to you. Let not steadfast love and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart. So you will find favor and good success in the sight of God and man.“

Philippians 2:6 – “Who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped,“

Acts 6:3 – “Therefore, brothers, pick out from among you seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we will appoint to this duty.“

Acts 20:35 – “In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

Group 10 – Reputation Bible Lesson

Proverbs 27:6 – “Faithful are the wounds of a friend; profuse are the kisses of an enemy.”

Proverbs 29:25 – “The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe.”

Romans 2:23-24 – You who boast in the law dishonor God by breaking the law. For, as it is written, “The name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles because of you.”

John 1:1 – “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”

Philippians 4:6 – “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.”

Ruth 2:1-13 – “Now Naomi had a relative of her husband’s, a worthy man of the clan of Elimelech, whose name was Boaz. And Ruth the Moabite said to Naomi, “Let me go to the field and glean among the ears of grain after him in whose sight I shall find favor.” And she said to her, “Go, my daughter.” So she set out and went and gleaned in the field after the reapers, and she happened to come to the part of the field belonging to Boaz, who was of the clan of Elimelech. And behold, Boaz came from Bethlehem. And he said to the reapers, “The Lord be with you!” And they answered, “The Lord bless you.” Then Boaz said to his young man who was in charge of the reapers, “Whose young woman is this?” …“

Group 11 – Reputation Bible Lesson

Acts 5:34 – “But a Pharisee in the council named Gamaliel, a teacher of the law held in honor by all the people, stood up and gave orders to put the men outside for a little while.”

Romans 14:17-18 – “For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. Whoever thus serves Christ is acceptable to God and approved by men.”

Revelation 3:5 – “The one who conquers will be clothed thus in white garments, and I will never blot his name out of the book of life. I will confess his name before my Father and before his angels.”

Revelation 3:1-2 – “And to the angel of the church in Sardis write: ‘The words of him who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. “‘I know your works. You have the reputation of being alive, but you are dead. Wake up, and strengthen what remains and is about to die, for I have not found your works complete in the sight of my God.”

Galatians 2:2 – “I went up because of a revelation and set before them (though privately before those who seemed influential) the gospel that I proclaim among the Gentiles, in order to make sure I was not running or had not run in vain.

Group 12 – Reputation Bible Lesson

Matthew 7:12 – “So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.”

Matthew 26:59 – “Now the chief priests and the whole Council were seeking false testimony against Jesus that they might put him to death,”

Revelation 3:12 – “The one who conquers, I will make him a pillar in the temple of my God. Never shall he go out of it, and I will write on him the name of my God, and the name of the city of my God, the new Jerusalem, which comes down from my God out of heaven, and my own new name.“

Genesis 1:1 – “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.”

Matthew 28:19-20 – “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

Exodus 20:5 – “You shall not bow down to them or serve them, for I the Lord your God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children to the third and the fourth generation of those who hate me,”

1 John 4:8 – “Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love.“

Group 13 – Reputation Bible Lesson

2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”

Proverbs 23:1-35 – “When you sit down to eat with a ruler, observe carefully what is before you, and put a knife to your throat if you are given to appetite. Do not desire his delicacies, for they are deceptive food. Do not toil to acquire wealth; be discerning enough to desist. When your eyes light on it, it is gone, for suddenly it sprouts wings, flying like an eagle toward heaven. …“

1 Timothy 5:10 – “And having a reputation for good works: if she has brought up children, has shown hospitality, has washed the feet of the saints, has cared for the afflicted, and has devoted herself to every good work.”

1 Peter 2:22 – “He committed no sin, neither was deceit found in his mouth.”

1 Corinthians 5:11 – “But now I am writing to you not to associate with anyone who bears the name of brother if he is guilty of sexual immorality or greed, or is an idolater, reviler, drunkard, or swindler—not even to eat with such a one.”

Proverbs 27:17 – “Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.”

Hebrews 11:2 – “For by it the people of old received their commendation.”

Proverbs 26:28 – “A lying tongue hates its victims, and a flattering mouth works ruin.“

Group 14 – Reputation Bible Lesson

Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

Proverbs 21:1-31 – “The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of the Lord; he turns it wherever he will. Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the heart. To do righteousness and justice is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice. Haughty eyes and a proud heart, the lamp of the wicked, are sin. The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty. ...”

Isaiah 41:10 – “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

Colossians 4:1-18 – “Masters, treat your slaves justly and fairly, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven. Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison— that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak. Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. ...”

Group 15 – Reputation Bible Lesson

2 Corinthians 5:17 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”

John 1:47 – Jesus saw Nathanael coming toward him and said of him, “Behold, an Israelite indeed, in whom there is no deceit!”

Galatians 2:20 – “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.“

James 4:8 – “Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.”

Proverbs 11:9 – “With his mouth the godless man would destroy his neighbor, but by knowledge the righteous are delivered.”

Isaiah 40:31 – “But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.”

John 3:16-17 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.”

Group 16 – Reputation Bible Lesson

Galatians 6:3 – “For if anyone thinks he is something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself.”

1 Timothy 3:8 – “Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued, not addicted to much wine, not greedy for dishonest gain.“

Romans 5:4 – “And endurance produces character, and character produces hope,”

1 Thessalonians 5:22 – “Abstain from every form of evil.”

Ephesians 4:22 – “To put off your old self, which belongs to your former manner of life and is corrupt through deceitful desires,”

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Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

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Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Discover the Deep Biblical Meaning Of Reputation. Proverbs 22:1 says, “A good name is to be more desired than great wealth, / Favor is better than silver and gold.” This is a clear indication that the Bible encourages us to keep good reputations. The same is said in Ecclesiastes 7:1, “A good reputation is more valuable than costly perfume” (NLT). It is without a doubt that the Bible is clear on the fact that a good reputation is of great value and is therefore something that we should strive to earn and maintain. It is important to understand that a reputation is built over time as others evaluate our life choices and determine who we are based on how we behave.

Although we generally don’t like the idea of being judged, the fact is that we are always “judging” each other as a way of determining who is trustworthy and who is not. Behold, reputation is built on the judgment of others. In choosing a neighbor to watch the house in our absence, while we are gone on a trip, we are more likely to choose one with a good reputation. It is without a doubt that we won’t call for the kid down the street who is always in trouble with the law to come and be in charge of our house while we are gone on a trip. This is obviously because he/she does not have a good reputation.

On the other hand, if there is someone around who has been honest and friendly and has not given us a reason to doubt his/her character, we are more likely to place something of value under his/her care because his reputation inspires confidence and trust.

Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

In accordance with Acts 1:8, Christians are to have as their number-one priority the work of rightly representing Christ to this lost and broken world. And because Jesus is honest, trustworthy, kind, loyal, loving, merciful, and honorable, we should strive to be those things as well (Ephesians 5:1), for such are the qualities that contribute to a good and lasting reputation. It is worth pointing to the fact that people evaluate the worthiness of our message based on our reputation as people of character. A poor reputation taints our message. Hatred. dishonesty, gossip, greed, and hypocrisy damage our testimonies and do not reflect the character of Jesus. Many will not heed our words when our reputations do not match what we claim to believe in our hearts.

One is likely to ask, what is a good reputation? and how do we maintain a good reputation? In simple terms, people with good reputations are those who live with integrity. That is, their private lives match their public personas. There are no hidden agendas, double lives, or dishonest practices. Such people live authentically, and, when they sin, they are quick in making it right with those they offended (Matthew 5:23–24). Such people keep their word, treat others respectfully, and accept their responsibilities despite the challenges they are facing. Also, they treat their families well, and, because they are consistent, others know what to expect of them. In addition, those with good reputations usually care very much about keeping their reputations intact.

What Does The Scriptures Say About Reputation?

There is much that the Scriptures say about reputation. We are all called to keep a good reputation in the eyes of the watching world. Emphasis is laid on pastors who are expected to lead by words and actions. Among the elder’s qualifications is that “he must also have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the devil’s trap” (1 Timothy 3:7). It is not only what believers say about their pastor that counts; it’s what the unsaved are saying, too. In a pastor’s ministry, credibility within and outside the church is very important. If a pastor loses credibility in the face of those he is trying to bring into the light of Christ, then he brings reproach upon his office, his message, and his Lord. The world needs to see pastors who are upright, honorable, real, self-controlled, merciful, and loving.

The story of Paul and Silas points to a good reputation. When they were passing through Lystra during Paul’s second missionary journey, they found a disciple named Timothy (Acts 16:1). Verse 3 speaks of Apostle Paul who wanted Timothy to accompany him on his missionary journeys and be of a helping hand in the ministerial work. Behold, Timothy left home and followed Paul, thereby beginning a lifelong friendship. One of the main reasons behind Paul’s decision to select Timothy for ministry work is in verse 2: “The believers at Lystra and Iconium spoke well of [Timothy].” In other words, we are saying that Apostle Paul selected Timothy to accompany him for ministry work due to his good reputation. Those around Timothy spoke well of him in the light of the Gospel.

More on what the Scriptures say about Reputation

It is rather unfortunate that there are times when our reputations are tarnished through no fault of our own. Gossip, Lies, and slander can cast a shadow over the most stellar of reputations. In such times, we as Christians are expected to follow the example of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  Philippians 2:7 says that Jesus “made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men” (KJV). Jesus Christ, the Son of God, knew clearly that, when he left His throne room of Heaven to come to Earth as a man, His exalted reputation would not follow Him. That is, His rights to be worshiped, praised, and adored had to be set aside in order to accomplish God’s higher goal.

Christ left His reputation behind and entered a world where He would be misunderstood, disgraced, mocked, and lied about (Matthew 26:59–60). The Son was willing to entrust His reputation to His Father, and, whenever we are disgraced, lied about, mocked, and wrongly accused, we can do the same (1 Peter 2:22–23). Romans 12:18 says, “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.” As followers of Christ, we seek ways to do good thereby proving ourselves to be people of virtuous character, and making others to trust us. We avoid being stained by the world (James 1:27). God wants us to live in a way that those who know us won’t believe the slander. “Your honorable lives should silence those ignorant people who make foolish accusations against you” (1 Peter 2:15, NLT).

Ways to build and maintain a good reputation

  1. Love and treat others as you do for yourself and your household
  2. Go out of your way to help others reach their goals
  3. Make other people look good
  4. Go a step beyond what is expected
  5. Pay attention to your body language
  6. Be consistent
  7. Act with integrity
  8. Get engaged with your community
  9. Be likable
  10. Meet deadlines
  11. Come up with ideas to improve something
  12. Express appreciation to someone who helps
  13. Give credit to others
  14. Be careful about complaining
  15. Welcome new co-workers
  16. Come up with solutions for problems
  17. Offer suggestions so that others don’t trip themselves up
  18. If you spot a problem, propose a solution
  19. Admit it when you are wrong
  20. Step back to get a bigger picture
  21. Don’t always make excuses
  22. Pay attention to details
  23. Avoid having someone remind you
  24. Always remember to thank those who help you
  25. Appreciate someone who does a good job
  26. Welcome challenges
  27. Smile more
  28. Forgive those who hurt you
  29. Do good to those who hate you
  30. Stand courageous for the truth

Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Proverbs 22:1 – “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold.”

Philippians 2:7 – “But made himself nothing, taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men.“

Ecclesiastes 7:1 – “A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth.”

1 Peter 2:12 – “Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day of visitation.”

Matthew 5:16 – “In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.”

Ecclesiastes 10:1 – “Dead flies make the perfumer’s ointment give off a stench; so a little folly outweighs wisdom and honor.”

Proverbs 10:7 – “The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot.”

1 Timothy 3:7 – “Moreover, he must be well thought of by outsiders, so that he may not fall into disgrace, into a snare of the devil.”

Group 1 – Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Acts 16:2 – “He was well spoken of by the brothers at Lystra and Iconium.“

1 Corinthians 15:33 – Do not be deceived: “Bad company ruins good morals.”

Philippians 4:5 – “Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand;“

2 Timothy 3:3-4 – “Heartless, unappeasable, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not loving good, treacherous, reckless, swollen with conceit, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God,”

Matthew 7:17 – “So, every healthy tree bears good fruit, but the diseased tree bears bad fruit.”

Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”

1 Timothy 3:2-7 – “Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not a drunkard, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, not a lover of money. He must manage his own household well, with all dignity keeping his children submissive, for if someone does not know how to manage his own household, how will he care for God’s church? He must not be a recent convert, or he may become puffed up with conceit and fall into the condemnation of the devil. …“

Group 2 – Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Psalm 27:1-14 – “Of David. The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? When evildoers assail me to eat up my flesh, my adversaries and foes, it is they who stumble and fall. Though an army encamp against me, my heart shall not fear; though war arise against me, yet I will be confident. One thing have I asked of the Lord, that will I seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to inquire in his temple. For he will hide me in his shelter in the day of trouble; he will conceal me under the cover of his tent; he will lift me high upon a rock. …“

1 Peter 1:14 – “As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of your former ignorance,“

Luke 1:37 – “For nothing will be impossible with God.”

James 3:10-12 – “From the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, these things ought not to be so. Does a spring pour forth from the same opening both fresh and salt water? Can a fig tree, my brothers, bear olives, or a grapevine produce figs? Neither can a salt pond yield fresh water.“

John 14:6 – Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”

Group 3 – Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Acts 17:10-11 – “The brothers immediately sent Paul and Silas away by night to Berea, and when they arrived they went into the Jewish synagogue. Now these Jews were more noble than those in Thessalonica; they received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so.“

1 Peter 2:11-12 – “Beloved, I urge you as sojourners and exiles to abstain from the passions of the flesh, which wage war against your soul. Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day of visitation.”

Revelation 3:1 – “And to the angel of the church in Sardis write: ‘The words of him who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. “‘I know your works. You have the reputation of being alive, but you are dead.

1 Corinthians 4:1 – “This is how one should regard us, as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God.“

John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”

Proverbs 20:11 – “Even a child makes himself known by his acts, by whether his conduct is pure and upright.“

Group 4 – Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Isaiah 43:6-7 – “I will say to the north, Give up, and to the south, Do not withhold; bring my sons from afar and my daughters from the end of the earth, everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made.”

Proverbs 26:18-19 – “Like a madman who throws firebrands, arrows, and death is the man who deceives his neighbor and says, “I am only joking!”“

Philippians 2:29 – “So receive him in the Lord with all joy, and honor such men,“

Proverbs 12:26 – “One who is righteous is a guide to his neighbor, but the way of the wicked leads them astray.“

Philippians 4:8 – “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”

Philippians 1:27 – “Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,”

Group 5 – Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Ecclesiastes 7:1-8 – “A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth. It is better to go to the house of mourning than to go to the house of feasting, for this is the end of all mankind, and the living will lay it to heart. Sorrow is better than laughter, for by sadness of face the heart is made glad. The heart of the wise is in the house of mourning, but the heart of fools is in the house of mirth. It is better for a man to hear the rebuke of the wise than to hear the song of fools. ...”

Exodus 20:16 – “You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.”

Jeremiah 17:9 – “The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately sick; who can understand it?“

Acts 24:16 – “So I always take pains to have a clear conscience toward both God and man.”

Acts 6:1-3 – “Now in these days when the disciples were increasing in number, a complaint by the Hellenists arose against the Hebrews because their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution. And the twelve summoned the full number of the disciples and said, “It is not right that we should give up preaching the word of God to serve tables. Therefore, brothers, pick out from among you seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we will appoint to this duty.”

Group 6 – Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Colossians 3:23 – “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men,”

Romans 12:2 – “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.“

Titus 2:6-8 – “Likewise, urge the younger men to be self-controlled. Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity, and sound speech that cannot be condemned, so that an opponent may be put to shame, having nothing evil to say about us.”

Proverbs 16:18 – “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.”

1 Timothy 4:12 – “Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.”

John 8:44 – “You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and has nothing to do with the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies.”

Proverbs 13:20 – “Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.”

Group 7 – Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Proverbs 22:1-29 – “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold. The rich and the poor meet together; the Lord is the maker of them all. The prudent sees danger and hides himself, but the simple go on and suffer for it. The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches and honor and life. Thorns and snares are in the way of the crooked; whoever guards his soul will keep far from them. ...”

Proverbs 4:23 – “Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.“

Romans 12:17 – “Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all.“

Proverbs 3:3-4 – “Let not steadfast love and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart. So you will find favor and good success in the sight of God and man.”

2 Corinthians 6:3 – “We put no obstacle in anyone’s way, so that no fault may be found with our ministry,”

Ephesians 5:1 – “Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children.”

Group 8 – Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Ecclesiastes 7:1-29 – “A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth. It is better to go to the house of mourning than to go to the house of feasting, for this is the end of all mankind, and the living will lay it to heart. Sorrow is better than laughter, for by sadness of face the heart is made glad. The heart of the wise is in the house of mourning, but the heart of fools is in the house of mirth. It is better for a man to hear the rebuke of the wise than to hear the song of fools. …“

Revelation 1:1-20 – “The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things that must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John, who bore witness to the word of God and to the testimony of Jesus Christ, even to all that he saw. Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near. John to the seven churches that are in Asia: Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who is to come, and from the seven spirits who are before his throne, and from Jesus Christ the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of kings on earth. …“

Group 9 – Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Philippians 2:6 – “Who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped,“

Acts 6:3 – “Therefore, brothers, pick out from among you seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we will appoint to this duty.“

Acts 20:35 – “In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

John 8:12 – Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”

1 Timothy 3:2 – “Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach,”

Proverbs 3:1-4 – “My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments, for length of days and years of life and peace they will add to you. Let not steadfast love and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart. So you will find favor and good success in the sight of God and man.“

Group 10 – Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Philippians 4:6 – “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.”

Ruth 2:1-13 – “Now Naomi had a relative of her husband’s, a worthy man of the clan of Elimelech, whose name was Boaz. And Ruth the Moabite said to Naomi, “Let me go to the field and glean among the ears of grain after him in whose sight I shall find favor.” And she said to her, “Go, my daughter.” So she set out and went and gleaned in the field after the reapers, and she happened to come to the part of the field belonging to Boaz, who was of the clan of Elimelech. And behold, Boaz came from Bethlehem. And he said to the reapers, “The Lord be with you!” And they answered, “The Lord bless you.” Then Boaz said to his young man who was in charge of the reapers, “Whose young woman is this?” …“

Proverbs 27:6 – “Faithful are the wounds of a friend; profuse are the kisses of an enemy.”

Proverbs 29:25 – “The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe.”

Romans 2:23-24 – You who boast in the law dishonor God by breaking the law. For, as it is written, “The name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles because of you.”

John 1:1 – “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”

Group 11 – Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Revelation 3:1-2 – “And to the angel of the church in Sardis write: ‘The words of him who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. “‘I know your works. You have the reputation of being alive, but you are dead. Wake up, and strengthen what remains and is about to die, for I have not found your works complete in the sight of my God.”

Galatians 2:2 – “I went up because of a revelation and set before them (though privately before those who seemed influential) the gospel that I proclaim among the Gentiles, in order to make sure I was not running or had not run in vain.

Acts 5:34 – “But a Pharisee in the council named Gamaliel, a teacher of the law held in honor by all the people, stood up and gave orders to put the men outside for a little while.”

Romans 14:17-18 – “For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. Whoever thus serves Christ is acceptable to God and approved by men.”

Revelation 3:5 – “The one who conquers will be clothed thus in white garments, and I will never blot his name out of the book of life. I will confess his name before my Father and before his angels.”

Group 12 – Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Genesis 1:1 – “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.”

Matthew 28:19-20 – “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

Exodus 20:5 – “You shall not bow down to them or serve them, for I the Lord your God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children to the third and the fourth generation of those who hate me,”

1 John 4:8 – “Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love.“

Matthew 7:12 – “So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.”

Matthew 26:59 – “Now the chief priests and the whole Council were seeking false testimony against Jesus that they might put him to death,”

Revelation 3:12 – “The one who conquers, I will make him a pillar in the temple of my God. Never shall he go out of it, and I will write on him the name of my God, and the name of the city of my God, the new Jerusalem, which comes down from my God out of heaven, and my own new name.“

Group 13 – Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”

Proverbs 23:1-35 – “When you sit down to eat with a ruler, observe carefully what is before you, and put a knife to your throat if you are given to appetite. Do not desire his delicacies, for they are deceptive food. Do not toil to acquire wealth; be discerning enough to desist. When your eyes light on it, it is gone, for suddenly it sprouts wings, flying like an eagle toward heaven. …“

1 Timothy 5:10 – “And having a reputation for good works: if she has brought up children, has shown hospitality, has washed the feet of the saints, has cared for the afflicted, and has devoted herself to every good work.”

1 Peter 2:22 – “He committed no sin, neither was deceit found in his mouth.”

1 Corinthians 5:11 – “But now I am writing to you not to associate with anyone who bears the name of brother if he is guilty of sexual immorality or greed, or is an idolater, reviler, drunkard, or swindler—not even to eat with such a one.”

Proverbs 27:17 – “Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.”

Hebrews 11:2 – “For by it the people of old received their commendation.”

Proverbs 26:28 – “A lying tongue hates its victims, and a flattering mouth works ruin.“

Group 14 – Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Isaiah 41:10 – “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

Colossians 4:1-18 – “Masters, treat your slaves justly and fairly, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven. Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison— that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak. Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. ...”

Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

Proverbs 21:1-31 – “The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of the Lord; he turns it wherever he will. Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the heart. To do righteousness and justice is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice. Haughty eyes and a proud heart, the lamp of the wicked, are sin. The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty. ...”

Group 15 – Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Proverbs 11:9 – “With his mouth the godless man would destroy his neighbor, but by knowledge the righteous are delivered.”

Isaiah 40:31 – “But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.”

John 3:16-17 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.”

2 Corinthians 5:17 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”

John 1:47 – Jesus saw Nathanael coming toward him and said of him, “Behold, an Israelite indeed, in whom there is no deceit!”

Galatians 2:20 – “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.“

James 4:8 – “Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.”

Group 16 – Biblical Meaning Of Reputation

Galatians 6:3 – “For if anyone thinks he is something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself.”

1 Timothy 3:8 – “Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued, not addicted to much wine, not greedy for dishonest gain.“

Romans 5:4 – “And endurance produces character, and character produces hope,”

1 Thessalonians 5:22 – “Abstain from every form of evil.”

Ephesians 4:22 – “To put off your old self, which belongs to your former manner of life and is corrupt through deceitful desires,”

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Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible is a frequently encountered theme. Proverbs 22:1 says, “A good name is to be more desired than great wealth, / Favor is better than silver and gold.” This is a clear indication that the Bible encourages us to keep good reputations. The same is said in Ecclesiastes 7:1, “A good reputation is more valuable than costly perfume” (NLT). It is without a doubt that the Bible is clear on the fact that a good reputation is of great value and is therefore something that we should strive to earn and maintain. It is important to understand that a reputation is built over time as others evaluate our life choices and determine who we are based on how we behave.

Although we generally don’t like the idea of being judged, the fact is that we are always “judging” each other as a way of determining who is trustworthy and who is not. Behold, reputation is built on the judgment of others. In choosing a neighbor to watch the house in our absence, while we are gone on a trip, we are more likely to choose one with a good reputation. It is without a doubt that we won’t call for the kid down the street who is always in trouble with the law to come and be in charge of our house while we are gone on a trip. This is obviously because he/she does not have a good reputation.

On the other hand, if there is someone around who has been honest and friendly and has not given us a reason to doubt his/her character, we are more likely to place something of value under his/her care because his reputation inspires confidence and trust.

Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

In accordance with Acts 1:8, Christians are to have as their number-one priority the work of rightly representing Christ to this lost and broken world. And because Jesus is honest, trustworthy, kind, loyal, loving, merciful, and honorable, we should strive to be those things as well (Ephesians 5:1), for such are the qualities that contribute to a good and lasting reputation. It is worth pointing to the fact that people evaluate the worthiness of our message based on our reputation as people of character. A poor reputation taints our message. Hatred. dishonesty, gossip, greed, and hypocrisy damage our testimonies and do not reflect the character of Jesus. Many will not heed our words when our reputations do not match what we claim to believe in our hearts.

One is likely to ask, what is a good reputation? and how do we maintain a good reputation? In simple terms, people with good reputations are those who live with integrity. That is, their private lives match their public personas. There are no hidden agendas, double lives, or dishonest practices. Such people live authentically, and, when they sin, they are quick in making it right with those they offended (Matthew 5:23–24). Such people keep their word, treat others respectfully, and accept their responsibilities despite the challenges they are facing. Also, they treat their families well, and, because they are consistent, others know what to expect of them. In addition, those with good reputations usually care very much about keeping their reputations intact.

What Does The Scriptures Say About Reputation?

There is much that the Scriptures say about reputation. We are all called to keep a good reputation in the eyes of the watching world. Emphasis is laid on pastors who are expected to lead by words and actions. Among the elder’s qualifications is that “he must also have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the devil’s trap” (1 Timothy 3:7). It is not only what believers say about their pastor that counts; it’s what the unsaved are saying, too. In a pastor’s ministry, credibility within and outside the church is very important. If a pastor loses credibility in the face of those he is trying to bring into the light of Christ, then he brings reproach upon his office, his message, and his Lord. The world needs to see pastors who are upright, honorable, real, self-controlled, merciful, and loving.

The story of Paul and Silas points to a good reputation. When they were passing through Lystra during Paul’s second missionary journey, they found a disciple named Timothy (Acts 16:1). Verse 3 speaks of Apostle Paul who wanted Timothy to accompany him on his missionary journeys and be of a helping hand in the ministerial work. Behold, Timothy left home and followed Paul, thereby beginning a lifelong friendship. One of the main reasons behind Paul’s decision to select Timothy for ministry work is in verse 2: “The believers at Lystra and Iconium spoke well of [Timothy].” In other words, we are saying that Apostle Paul selected Timothy to accompany him for ministry work due to his good reputation. Those around Timothy spoke well of him in the light of the Gospel.

More on what the Scriptures say about Reputation

It is rather unfortunate that there are times when our reputations are tarnished through no fault of our own. Gossip, Lies, and slander can cast a shadow over the most stellar of reputations. In such times, we as Christians are expected to follow the example of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  Philippians 2:7 says that Jesus “made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men” (KJV). Jesus Christ, the Son of God, knew clearly that, when he left His throne room of Heaven to come to Earth as a man, His exalted reputation would not follow Him. That is, His rights to be worshiped, praised, and adored had to be set aside in order to accomplish God’s higher goal.

Christ left His reputation behind and entered a world where He would be misunderstood, disgraced, mocked, and lied about (Matthew 26:59–60). The Son was willing to entrust His reputation to His Father, and, whenever we are disgraced, lied about, mocked, and wrongly accused, we can do the same (1 Peter 2:22–23). Romans 12:18 says, “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.” As followers of Christ, we seek ways to do good thereby proving ourselves to be people of virtuous character, and making others to trust us. We avoid being stained by the world (James 1:27). God wants us to live in a way that those who know us won’t believe the slander. “Your honorable lives should silence those ignorant people who make foolish accusations against you” (1 Peter 2:15, NLT).

Ways to build and maintain a good reputation

  1. Love and treat others as you do for yourself and your household
  2. Go out of your way to help others reach their goals
  3. Make other people look good
  4. Go a step beyond what is expected
  5. Pay attention to your body language
  6. Be consistent
  7. Act with integrity
  8. Get engaged with your community
  9. Be likable
  10. Meet deadlines
  11. Come up with ideas to improve something
  12. Express appreciation to someone who helps
  13. Give credit to others
  14. Be careful about complaining
  15. Welcome new co-workers
  16. Come up with solutions for problems
  17. Offer suggestions so that others don’t trip themselves up
  18. If you spot a problem, propose a solution
  19. Admit it when you are wrong
  20. Step back to get a bigger picture
  21. Don’t always make excuses
  22. Pay attention to details
  23. Avoid having someone remind you
  24. Always remember to thank those who help you
  25. Appreciate someone who does a good job
  26. Welcome challenges
  27. Smile more
  28. Forgive those who hurt you
  29. Do good to those who hate you
  30. Stand courageous for the truth

Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

Matthew 5:16 – “In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.”

Ecclesiastes 10:1 – “Dead flies make the perfumer’s ointment give off a stench; so a little folly outweighs wisdom and honor.”

Proverbs 10:7 – “The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot.”

1 Timothy 3:7 – “Moreover, he must be well thought of by outsiders, so that he may not fall into disgrace, into a snare of the devil.”

Proverbs 22:1 – “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold.”

Philippians 2:7 – “But made himself nothing, taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men.“

Ecclesiastes 7:1 – “A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth.”

1 Peter 2:12 – “Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day of visitation.”

Group 1 – Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

Acts 16:2 – “He was well spoken of by the brothers at Lystra and Iconium.“

1 Corinthians 15:33 – Do not be deceived: “Bad company ruins good morals.”

Philippians 4:5 – “Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand;“

2 Timothy 3:3-4 – “Heartless, unappeasable, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not loving good, treacherous, reckless, swollen with conceit, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God,”

Matthew 7:17 – “So, every healthy tree bears good fruit, but the diseased tree bears bad fruit.”

Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”

1 Timothy 3:2-7 – “Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not a drunkard, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, not a lover of money. He must manage his own household well, with all dignity keeping his children submissive, for if someone does not know how to manage his own household, how will he care for God’s church? He must not be a recent convert, or he may become puffed up with conceit and fall into the condemnation of the devil. …“

Group 2 – Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

Psalm 27:1-14 – “Of David. The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? When evildoers assail me to eat up my flesh, my adversaries and foes, it is they who stumble and fall. Though an army encamp against me, my heart shall not fear; though war arise against me, yet I will be confident. One thing have I asked of the Lord, that will I seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to inquire in his temple. For he will hide me in his shelter in the day of trouble; he will conceal me under the cover of his tent; he will lift me high upon a rock. …“

1 Peter 1:14 – “As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of your former ignorance,“

Luke 1:37 – “For nothing will be impossible with God.”

James 3:10-12 – “From the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, these things ought not to be so. Does a spring pour forth from the same opening both fresh and salt water? Can a fig tree, my brothers, bear olives, or a grapevine produce figs? Neither can a salt pond yield fresh water.“

John 14:6 – Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”

Group 3 – Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

Revelation 3:1 – “And to the angel of the church in Sardis write: ‘The words of him who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. “‘I know your works. You have the reputation of being alive, but you are dead.

1 Corinthians 4:1 – “This is how one should regard us, as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God.“

John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”

Proverbs 20:11 – “Even a child makes himself known by his acts, by whether his conduct is pure and upright.“

1 Peter 2:11-12 – “Beloved, I urge you as sojourners and exiles to abstain from the passions of the flesh, which wage war against your soul. Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day of visitation.”

Acts 17:10-11 – “The brothers immediately sent Paul and Silas away by night to Berea, and when they arrived they went into the Jewish synagogue. Now these Jews were more noble than those in Thessalonica; they received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so.“

Group 4 – Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

Philippians 4:8 – “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”

Philippians 1:27 – “Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,”

Isaiah 43:6-7 – “I will say to the north, Give up, and to the south, Do not withhold; bring my sons from afar and my daughters from the end of the earth, everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made.”

Proverbs 26:18-19 – “Like a madman who throws firebrands, arrows, and death is the man who deceives his neighbor and says, “I am only joking!”“

Philippians 2:29 – “So receive him in the Lord with all joy, and honor such men,“

Proverbs 12:26 – “One who is righteous is a guide to his neighbor, but the way of the wicked leads them astray.“

Group 5 – Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

Ecclesiastes 7:1-8 – “A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth. It is better to go to the house of mourning than to go to the house of feasting, for this is the end of all mankind, and the living will lay it to heart. Sorrow is better than laughter, for by sadness of face the heart is made glad. The heart of the wise is in the house of mourning, but the heart of fools is in the house of mirth. It is better for a man to hear the rebuke of the wise than to hear the song of fools. ...”

Exodus 20:16 – “You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.”

Jeremiah 17:9 – “The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately sick; who can understand it?“

Acts 24:16 – “So I always take pains to have a clear conscience toward both God and man.”

Acts 6:1-3 – “Now in these days when the disciples were increasing in number, a complaint by the Hellenists arose against the Hebrews because their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution. And the twelve summoned the full number of the disciples and said, “It is not right that we should give up preaching the word of God to serve tables. Therefore, brothers, pick out from among you seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we will appoint to this duty.”

Group 6 – Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

Proverbs 16:18 – “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.”

1 Timothy 4:12 – “Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.”

John 8:44 – “You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and has nothing to do with the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies.”

Proverbs 13:20 – “Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.”

Colossians 3:23 – “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men,”

Romans 12:2 – “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.“

Titus 2:6-8 – “Likewise, urge the younger men to be self-controlled. Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity, and sound speech that cannot be condemned, so that an opponent may be put to shame, having nothing evil to say about us.”

Group 7 – Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

Romans 12:17 – “Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all.“

Proverbs 3:3-4 – “Let not steadfast love and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart. So you will find favor and good success in the sight of God and man.”

2 Corinthians 6:3 – “We put no obstacle in anyone’s way, so that no fault may be found with our ministry,”

Ephesians 5:1 – “Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children.”

Proverbs 22:1-29 – “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold. The rich and the poor meet together; the Lord is the maker of them all. The prudent sees danger and hides himself, but the simple go on and suffer for it. The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches and honor and life. Thorns and snares are in the way of the crooked; whoever guards his soul will keep far from them. ...”

Proverbs 4:23 – “Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.“

Group 8 – Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

Revelation 1:1-20 – “The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things that must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John, who bore witness to the word of God and to the testimony of Jesus Christ, even to all that he saw. Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near. John to the seven churches that are in Asia: Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who is to come, and from the seven spirits who are before his throne, and from Jesus Christ the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of kings on earth. …“

Ecclesiastes 7:1-29 – “A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth. It is better to go to the house of mourning than to go to the house of feasting, for this is the end of all mankind, and the living will lay it to heart. Sorrow is better than laughter, for by sadness of face the heart is made glad. The heart of the wise is in the house of mourning, but the heart of fools is in the house of mirth. It is better for a man to hear the rebuke of the wise than to hear the song of fools. …“

Group 9 – Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

John 8:12 – Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”

1 Timothy 3:2 – “Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach,”

Proverbs 3:1-4 – “My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments, for length of days and years of life and peace they will add to you. Let not steadfast love and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart. So you will find favor and good success in the sight of God and man.“

Philippians 2:6 – “Who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped,“

Acts 6:3 – “Therefore, brothers, pick out from among you seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we will appoint to this duty.“

Acts 20:35 – “In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

Group 10 – Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

Philippians 4:6 – “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.”

Ruth 2:1-13 – “Now Naomi had a relative of her husband’s, a worthy man of the clan of Elimelech, whose name was Boaz. And Ruth the Moabite said to Naomi, “Let me go to the field and glean among the ears of grain after him in whose sight I shall find favor.” And she said to her, “Go, my daughter.” So she set out and went and gleaned in the field after the reapers, and she happened to come to the part of the field belonging to Boaz, who was of the clan of Elimelech. And behold, Boaz came from Bethlehem. And he said to the reapers, “The Lord be with you!” And they answered, “The Lord bless you.” Then Boaz said to his young man who was in charge of the reapers, “Whose young woman is this?” …“

Proverbs 27:6 – “Faithful are the wounds of a friend; profuse are the kisses of an enemy.”

Proverbs 29:25 – “The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe.”

Romans 2:23-24 – You who boast in the law dishonor God by breaking the law. For, as it is written, “The name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles because of you.”

John 1:1 – “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”

Group 11 – Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

Acts 5:34 – “But a Pharisee in the council named Gamaliel, a teacher of the law held in honor by all the people, stood up and gave orders to put the men outside for a little while.”

Romans 14:17-18 – “For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. Whoever thus serves Christ is acceptable to God and approved by men.”

Revelation 3:5 – “The one who conquers will be clothed thus in white garments, and I will never blot his name out of the book of life. I will confess his name before my Father and before his angels.”

Revelation 3:1-2 – “And to the angel of the church in Sardis write: ‘The words of him who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. “‘I know your works. You have the reputation of being alive, but you are dead. Wake up, and strengthen what remains and is about to die, for I have not found your works complete in the sight of my God.”

Galatians 2:2 – “I went up because of a revelation and set before them (though privately before those who seemed influential) the gospel that I proclaim among the Gentiles, in order to make sure I was not running or had not run in vain.

Group 12 – Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

Genesis 1:1 – “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.”

Matthew 28:19-20 – “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

Exodus 20:5 – “You shall not bow down to them or serve them, for I the Lord your God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children to the third and the fourth generation of those who hate me,”

1 John 4:8 – “Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love.“

Matthew 7:12 – “So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.”

Matthew 26:59 – “Now the chief priests and the whole Council were seeking false testimony against Jesus that they might put him to death,”

Revelation 3:12 – “The one who conquers, I will make him a pillar in the temple of my God. Never shall he go out of it, and I will write on him the name of my God, and the name of the city of my God, the new Jerusalem, which comes down from my God out of heaven, and my own new name.“

Group 13 – Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”

Proverbs 23:1-35 – “When you sit down to eat with a ruler, observe carefully what is before you, and put a knife to your throat if you are given to appetite. Do not desire his delicacies, for they are deceptive food. Do not toil to acquire wealth; be discerning enough to desist. When your eyes light on it, it is gone, for suddenly it sprouts wings, flying like an eagle toward heaven. …“

1 Timothy 5:10 – “And having a reputation for good works: if she has brought up children, has shown hospitality, has washed the feet of the saints, has cared for the afflicted, and has devoted herself to every good work.”

1 Peter 2:22 – “He committed no sin, neither was deceit found in his mouth.”

1 Corinthians 5:11 – “But now I am writing to you not to associate with anyone who bears the name of brother if he is guilty of sexual immorality or greed, or is an idolater, reviler, drunkard, or swindler—not even to eat with such a one.”

Proverbs 27:17 – “Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.”

Hebrews 11:2 – “For by it the people of old received their commendation.”

Proverbs 26:28 – “A lying tongue hates its victims, and a flattering mouth works ruin.“

Group 14 – Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

Proverbs 21:1-31 – “The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of the Lord; he turns it wherever he will. Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the heart. To do righteousness and justice is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice. Haughty eyes and a proud heart, the lamp of the wicked, are sin. The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty. ...”

Isaiah 41:10 – “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

Colossians 4:1-18 – “Masters, treat your slaves justly and fairly, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven. Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison— that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak. Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. ...”

Group 15 – Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

Proverbs 11:9 – “With his mouth the godless man would destroy his neighbor, but by knowledge the righteous are delivered.”

Isaiah 40:31 – “But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.”

John 3:16-17 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.”

2 Corinthians 5:17 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”

John 1:47 – Jesus saw Nathanael coming toward him and said of him, “Behold, an Israelite indeed, in whom there is no deceit!”

Galatians 2:20 – “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.“

James 4:8 – “Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.”

Group 16 – Maintaining A Good Reputation In The Bible

Galatians 6:3 – “For if anyone thinks he is something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself.”

1 Timothy 3:8 – “Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued, not addicted to much wine, not greedy for dishonest gain.“

Romans 5:4 – “And endurance produces character, and character produces hope,”

1 Thessalonians 5:22 – “Abstain from every form of evil.”

Ephesians 4:22 – “To put off your old self, which belongs to your former manner of life and is corrupt through deceitful desires,”

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Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

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Bible Verses About A Man's Reputation

Get to know about the Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation. What Does The Bible Say About Reputation? Proverbs 22:1 says, “A good name is to be more desired than great wealth, / Favor is better than silver and gold.” This is a clear indication that the Bible encourages us to keep good reputations. The same is said in Ecclesiastes 7:1, “A good reputation is more valuable than costly perfume” (NLT). It is without a doubt that the Bible is clear on the fact that a good reputation is of great value and is therefore something that we should strive to earn and maintain. It is important to understand that a reputation is built over time as others evaluate our life choices and determine who we are based on how we behave.

Although we generally don’t like the idea of being judged, the fact is that we are always “judging” each other as a way of determining who is trustworthy and who is not. Behold, reputation is built on the judgment of others. In choosing a neighbor to watch the house in our absence, while we are gone on a trip, we are more likely to choose one with a good reputation. It is without a doubt that we won’t call for the kid down the street who is always in trouble with the law to come and be in charge of our house while we are gone on a trip. This is obviously because he/she does not have a good reputation.

On the other hand, if there is someone around who has been honest and friendly and has not given us a reason to doubt his/her character, we are more likely to place something of value under his/her care because his reputation inspires confidence and trust.

Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

In accordance with Acts 1:8, Christians are to have as their number-one priority the work of rightly representing Christ to this lost and broken world. And because Jesus is honest, trustworthy, kind, loyal, loving, merciful, and honorable, we should strive to be those things as well (Ephesians 5:1), for such are the qualities that contribute to a good and lasting reputation. It is worth pointing to the fact that people evaluate the worthiness of our message based on our reputation as people of character. A poor reputation taints our message. Hatred. dishonesty, gossip, greed, and hypocrisy damage our testimonies and do not reflect the character of Jesus. Many will not heed our words when our reputations do not match what we claim to believe in our hearts.

One is likely to ask, what is a good reputation? and how do we maintain a good reputation? In simple terms, people with good reputations are those who live with integrity. That is, their private lives match their public personas. There are no hidden agendas, double lives, or dishonest practices. Such people live authentically, and, when they sin, they are quick in making it right with those they offended (Matthew 5:23–24). Such people keep their word, treat others respectfully, and accept their responsibilities despite the challenges they are facing. Also, they treat their families well, and, because they are consistent, others know what to expect of them. In addition, those with good reputations usually care very much about keeping their reputations intact.

What Does The Scriptures Say About Reputation?

There is much that the Scriptures say about reputation. We are all called to keep a good reputation in the eyes of the watching world. Emphasis is laid on pastors who are expected to lead by words and actions. Among the elder’s qualifications is that “he must also have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the devil’s trap” (1 Timothy 3:7). It is not only what believers say about their pastor that counts; it’s what the unsaved are saying, too. In a pastor’s ministry, credibility within and outside the church is very important. If a pastor loses credibility in the face of those he is trying to bring into the light of Christ, then he brings reproach upon his office, his message, and his Lord. The world needs to see pastors who are upright, honorable, real, self-controlled, merciful, and loving.

The story of Paul and Silas points to a good reputation. When they were passing through Lystra during Paul’s second missionary journey, they found a disciple named Timothy (Acts 16:1). Verse 3 speaks of Apostle Paul who wanted Timothy to accompany him on his missionary journeys and be of a helping hand in the ministerial work. Behold, Timothy left home and followed Paul, thereby beginning a lifelong friendship. One of the main reasons behind Paul’s decision to select Timothy for ministry work is in verse 2: “The believers at Lystra and Iconium spoke well of [Timothy].” In other words, we are saying that Apostle Paul selected Timothy to accompany him for ministry work due to his good reputation. Those around Timothy spoke well of him in the light of the Gospel.

More on what the Scriptures say about Reputation

It is rather unfortunate that there are times when our reputations are tarnished through no fault of our own. Gossip, Lies, and slander can cast a shadow over the most stellar of reputations. In such times, we as Christians are expected to follow the example of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  Philippians 2:7 says that Jesus “made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men” (KJV). Jesus Christ, the Son of God, knew clearly that, when he left His throne room of Heaven to come to Earth as a man, His exalted reputation would not follow Him. That is, His rights to be worshiped, praised, and adored had to be set aside in order to accomplish God’s higher goal.

Christ left His reputation behind and entered a world where He would be misunderstood, disgraced, mocked, and lied about (Matthew 26:59–60). The Son was willing to entrust His reputation to His Father, and, whenever we are disgraced, lied about, mocked, and wrongly accused, we can do the same (1 Peter 2:22–23). Romans 12:18 says, “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.” As followers of Christ, we seek ways to do good thereby proving ourselves to be people of virtuous character, and making others to trust us. We avoid being stained by the world (James 1:27). God wants us to live in a way that those who know us won’t believe the slander. “Your honorable lives should silence those ignorant people who make foolish accusations against you” (1 Peter 2:15, NLT).

Ways to build and maintain a good reputation

  1. Love and treat others as you do for yourself and your household
  2. Go out of your way to help others reach their goals
  3. Make other people look good
  4. Go a step beyond what is expected
  5. Pay attention to your body language
  6. Be consistent
  7. Act with integrity
  8. Get engaged with your community
  9. Be likable
  10. Meet deadlines
  11. Come up with ideas to improve something
  12. Express appreciation to someone who helps
  13. Give credit to others
  14. Be careful about complaining
  15. Welcome new co-workers
  16. Come up with solutions for problems
  17. Offer suggestions so that others don’t trip themselves up
  18. If you spot a problem, propose a solution
  19. Admit it when you are wrong
  20. Step back to get a bigger picture
  21. Don’t always make excuses
  22. Pay attention to details
  23. Avoid having someone remind you
  24. Always remember to thank those who help you
  25. Appreciate someone who does a good job
  26. Welcome challenges
  27. Smile more
  28. Forgive those who hurt you
  29. Do good to those who hate you
  30. Stand courageous for the truth

Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

Proverbs 22:1 – “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold.”

Philippians 2:7 – “But made himself nothing, taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men.“

Ecclesiastes 7:1 – “A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth.”

1 Peter 2:12 – “Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day of visitation.”

Matthew 5:16 – “In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.”

Ecclesiastes 10:1 – “Dead flies make the perfumer’s ointment give off a stench; so a little folly outweighs wisdom and honor.”

Proverbs 10:7 – “The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot.”

1 Timothy 3:7 – “Moreover, he must be well thought of by outsiders, so that he may not fall into disgrace, into a snare of the devil.”

Group 1 – Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”

1 Timothy 3:2-7 – “Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not a drunkard, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, not a lover of money. He must manage his own household well, with all dignity keeping his children submissive, for if someone does not know how to manage his own household, how will he care for God’s church? He must not be a recent convert, or he may become puffed up with conceit and fall into the condemnation of the devil. …“

Acts 16:2 – “He was well spoken of by the brothers at Lystra and Iconium.“

1 Corinthians 15:33 – Do not be deceived: “Bad company ruins good morals.”

Philippians 4:5 – “Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand;“

2 Timothy 3:3-4 – “Heartless, unappeasable, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not loving good, treacherous, reckless, swollen with conceit, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God,”

Matthew 7:17 – “So, every healthy tree bears good fruit, but the diseased tree bears bad fruit.”

Group 2 – Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

Psalm 27:1-14 – “Of David. The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? When evildoers assail me to eat up my flesh, my adversaries and foes, it is they who stumble and fall. Though an army encamp against me, my heart shall not fear; though war arise against me, yet I will be confident. One thing have I asked of the Lord, that will I seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to inquire in his temple. For he will hide me in his shelter in the day of trouble; he will conceal me under the cover of his tent; he will lift me high upon a rock. …“

1 Peter 1:14 – “As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of your former ignorance,“

Luke 1:37 – “For nothing will be impossible with God.”

James 3:10-12 – “From the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, these things ought not to be so. Does a spring pour forth from the same opening both fresh and salt water? Can a fig tree, my brothers, bear olives, or a grapevine produce figs? Neither can a salt pond yield fresh water.“

John 14:6 – Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”

Group 3 – Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

Revelation 3:1 – “And to the angel of the church in Sardis write: ‘The words of him who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. “‘I know your works. You have the reputation of being alive, but you are dead.

1 Corinthians 4:1 – “This is how one should regard us, as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God.“

Proverbs 20:11 – “Even a child makes himself known by his acts, by whether his conduct is pure and upright.“

John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”

Acts 17:10-11 – “The brothers immediately sent Paul and Silas away by night to Berea, and when they arrived they went into the Jewish synagogue. Now these Jews were more noble than those in Thessalonica; they received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so.“

1 Peter 2:11-12 – “Beloved, I urge you as sojourners and exiles to abstain from the passions of the flesh, which wage war against your soul. Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day of visitation.”

Group 4 – Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

Philippians 1:27 – “Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,”

Philippians 4:8 – “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”

Isaiah 43:6-7 – “I will say to the north, Give up, and to the south, Do not withhold; bring my sons from afar and my daughters from the end of the earth, everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made.”

Proverbs 26:18-19 – “Like a madman who throws firebrands, arrows, and death is the man who deceives his neighbor and says, “I am only joking!”“

Philippians 2:29 – “So receive him in the Lord with all joy, and honor such men,“

Proverbs 12:26 – “One who is righteous is a guide to his neighbor, but the way of the wicked leads them astray.“

Group 5 – Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

Jeremiah 17:9 – “The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately sick; who can understand it?“

Acts 24:16 – “So I always take pains to have a clear conscience toward both God and man.”

Acts 6:1-3 – “Now in these days when the disciples were increasing in number, a complaint by the Hellenists arose against the Hebrews because their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution. And the twelve summoned the full number of the disciples and said, “It is not right that we should give up preaching the word of God to serve tables. Therefore, brothers, pick out from among you seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we will appoint to this duty.”

Ecclesiastes 7:1-8 – “A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth. It is better to go to the house of mourning than to go to the house of feasting, for this is the end of all mankind, and the living will lay it to heart. Sorrow is better than laughter, for by sadness of face the heart is made glad. The heart of the wise is in the house of mourning, but the heart of fools is in the house of mirth. It is better for a man to hear the rebuke of the wise than to hear the song of fools. ...”

Exodus 20:16 – “You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.”

Group 6 – Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

Colossians 3:23 – “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men,”

Romans 12:2 – “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.“

Titus 2:6-8 – “Likewise, urge the younger men to be self-controlled. Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity, and sound speech that cannot be condemned, so that an opponent may be put to shame, having nothing evil to say about us.”

Proverbs 16:18 – “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.”

1 Timothy 4:12 – “Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.”

John 8:44 – “You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and has nothing to do with the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies.”

Proverbs 13:20 – “Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.”

Group 7 – Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

Romans 12:17 – “Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all.“

Proverbs 3:3-4 – “Let not steadfast love and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart. So you will find favor and good success in the sight of God and man.”

2 Corinthians 6:3 – “We put no obstacle in anyone’s way, so that no fault may be found with our ministry,”

Ephesians 5:1 – “Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children.”

Proverbs 22:1-29 – “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold. The rich and the poor meet together; the Lord is the maker of them all. The prudent sees danger and hides himself, but the simple go on and suffer for it. The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches and honor and life. Thorns and snares are in the way of the crooked; whoever guards his soul will keep far from them. ...”

Proverbs 4:23 – “Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.“

Group 8 – Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

Ecclesiastes 7:1-29 – “A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth. It is better to go to the house of mourning than to go to the house of feasting, for this is the end of all mankind, and the living will lay it to heart. Sorrow is better than laughter, for by sadness of face the heart is made glad. The heart of the wise is in the house of mourning, but the heart of fools is in the house of mirth. It is better for a man to hear the rebuke of the wise than to hear the song of fools. …“

Revelation 1:1-20 – “The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things that must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John, who bore witness to the word of God and to the testimony of Jesus Christ, even to all that he saw. Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near. John to the seven churches that are in Asia: Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who is to come, and from the seven spirits who are before his throne, and from Jesus Christ the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of kings on earth. …“

Group 9 – Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

Philippians 2:6 – “Who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped,“

Acts 6:3 – “Therefore, brothers, pick out from among you seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we will appoint to this duty.“

Acts 20:35 – “In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

John 8:12 – Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”

1 Timothy 3:2 – “Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach,”

Proverbs 3:1-4 – “My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments, for length of days and years of life and peace they will add to you. Let not steadfast love and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart. So you will find favor and good success in the sight of God and man.“

Group 10 – Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

Philippians 4:6 – “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.”

Ruth 2:1-13 – “Now Naomi had a relative of her husband’s, a worthy man of the clan of Elimelech, whose name was Boaz. And Ruth the Moabite said to Naomi, “Let me go to the field and glean among the ears of grain after him in whose sight I shall find favor.” And she said to her, “Go, my daughter.” So she set out and went and gleaned in the field after the reapers, and she happened to come to the part of the field belonging to Boaz, who was of the clan of Elimelech. And behold, Boaz came from Bethlehem. And he said to the reapers, “The Lord be with you!” And they answered, “The Lord bless you.” Then Boaz said to his young man who was in charge of the reapers, “Whose young woman is this?” …“

Proverbs 27:6 – “Faithful are the wounds of a friend; profuse are the kisses of an enemy.”

Proverbs 29:25 – “The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe.”

Romans 2:23-24 – You who boast in the law dishonor God by breaking the law. For, as it is written, “The name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles because of you.”

John 1:1 – “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”

Group 11 – Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

Revelation 3:1-2 – “And to the angel of the church in Sardis write: ‘The words of him who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. “‘I know your works. You have the reputation of being alive, but you are dead. Wake up, and strengthen what remains and is about to die, for I have not found your works complete in the sight of my God.”

Galatians 2:2 – “I went up because of a revelation and set before them (though privately before those who seemed influential) the gospel that I proclaim among the Gentiles, in order to make sure I was not running or had not run in vain.“

Acts 5:34 – “But a Pharisee in the council named Gamaliel, a teacher of the law held in honor by all the people, stood up and gave orders to put the men outside for a little while.”

Romans 14:17-18 – “For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. Whoever thus serves Christ is acceptable to God and approved by men.”

Revelation 3:5 – “The one who conquers will be clothed thus in white garments, and I will never blot his name out of the book of life. I will confess his name before my Father and before his angels.”

Group 12 – Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

Matthew 7:12 – “So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.”

Matthew 26:59 – “Now the chief priests and the whole Council were seeking false testimony against Jesus that they might put him to death,”

Revelation 3:12 – “The one who conquers, I will make him a pillar in the temple of my God. Never shall he go out of it, and I will write on him the name of my God, and the name of the city of my God, the new Jerusalem, which comes down from my God out of heaven, and my own new name.“

Genesis 1:1 – “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.”

Matthew 28:19-20 – “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

Exodus 20:5 – “You shall not bow down to them or serve them, for I the Lord your God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children to the third and the fourth generation of those who hate me,”

1 John 4:8 – “Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love.“

Group 13 – Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

1 Peter 2:22 – “He committed no sin, neither was deceit found in his mouth.”

1 Corinthians 5:11 – “But now I am writing to you not to associate with anyone who bears the name of brother if he is guilty of sexual immorality or greed, or is an idolater, reviler, drunkard, or swindler—not even to eat with such a one.”

Proverbs 27:17 – “Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.”

Hebrews 11:2 – “For by it the people of old received their commendation.”

Proverbs 26:28 – “A lying tongue hates its victims, and a flattering mouth works ruin.“

2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”

Proverbs 23:1-35 – “When you sit down to eat with a ruler, observe carefully what is before you, and put a knife to your throat if you are given to appetite. Do not desire his delicacies, for they are deceptive food. Do not toil to acquire wealth; be discerning enough to desist. When your eyes light on it, it is gone, for suddenly it sprouts wings, flying like an eagle toward heaven. …“

1 Timothy 5:10 – “And having a reputation for good works: if she has brought up children, has shown hospitality, has washed the feet of the saints, has cared for the afflicted, and has devoted herself to every good work.”

Group 14 – Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

Proverbs 21:1-31 – “The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of the Lord; he turns it wherever he will. Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the heart. To do righteousness and justice is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice. Haughty eyes and a proud heart, the lamp of the wicked, are sin. The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty. ...”

Isaiah 41:10 – “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

Colossians 4:1-18 – “Masters, treat your slaves justly and fairly, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven. Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison— that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak. Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. ...”

Group 15 – Bible Verses About A Man’s Reputation

Proverbs 11:9 – “With his mouth the godless man would destroy his neighbor, but by knowledge the righteous are delivered.”

Isaiah 40:31 – “But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.”

John 3:16-17 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.”

2 Corinthians 5:17 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”

John 1:47 – Jesus saw Nathanael coming toward him and said of him, “Behold, an Israelite indeed, in whom there is no deceit!”

Galatians 2:20 – “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.“

James 4:8 – “Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.”

Group 16 – Bible Verses On A Man’s Reputation

Galatians 6:3 – “For if anyone thinks he is something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself.”

1 Timothy 3:8 – “Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued, not addicted to much wine, not greedy for dishonest gain.“

Romans 5:4 – “And endurance produces character, and character produces hope,”

1 Thessalonians 5:22 – “Abstain from every form of evil.”

Ephesians 4:22 – “To put off your old self, which belongs to your former manner of life and is corrupt through deceitful desires,”

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