God Standards: Bible Verses About Doing The Right Thing
This post is all about Bible verses about doing the right thing even when it is hard. How to apply these powerful verses to your life in a way that honors God.
Does it feel like in today's world, right is wrong and wrong is right?
You know in your heart what is right and wrong, but culture tells you it's okay to compromise. The question is: when you are faced with a difficult decision between doing what is popular and easy or choosing sacrifice, integrity, and being God-honoring, which will you choose?
God's word is clear with Bible verses about doing the right thing, whether you should follow the crowd or honor God.
Sometimes, doing the right thing does not seem so clear in today's culture. There is no need to be confused anymore. The Holy Bible was left for us as a handbook for life. What a gift when life feels confusing, to go to the Word of God and let it be your guide.
Begin today by anchoring your decisions in eternal truth grounded in God's standards.
Let's look at God's standards with Bible verses about doing the right thing even when it is hard, and how to apply them to your life.
The Lord sees you. He knows life is hard, and you are in a battle to do what is right.
Jeremiah 17:9 (NLT), “The human heart is the most deceitful of all things, and desperately wicked. Who really knows how bad it is?
Your feelings and gut instincts about doing what you think is right can lead you astray; that is why it is important to anchor yourself in what the Lord says about doing what is right. Bible verses about doing the right thing are based on God's nature, holiness, and truth.
God tells you what is required of you for doing the right thing, even when it is hard. That is when you anchor yourself to God's standards; you shift your focus from doing everything for people to doing everything for the Lord, and that changes everything. You will want to do what is right, even if no one sees it. This is when you begin to live with clarity, choosing what aligns with the character of God.
Powerful verses about doing the right thing even when it is hard.
Proverbs 21:3 (NIV), To do what is right and just is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.
James 4:17 (ESV), So whoever knows the right thing to do and fails to do it, for him it is sin.
Micah 6:8 (NKJV), He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the LORD require of you But to do justly, To love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God?
Psalm 37:27-28 (NIV), Turn from evil and do good; then you will dwell in the land forever. For the Lord loves the just and will not forsake his faithful ones. Wrongdoers will be completely destroyed; the offspring of the wicked will perish.
Proverbs 21:15 (NIV), When justice is done, it brings joy to the righteous but terror to evildoers.
Doing the right thing is walking with integrity, which creates stability.
Proverbs 10:9 (NIV), Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out.
Colossians 3:23-24 (NIV), Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.
Luke 16:10 (NIV), “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much.
Psalms 15:4 (NIV), who despises a vile person but honors those who fear the LORD; who keeps an oath even when it hurts, and does not change their mind
When you anchor your identity in Christ, cultural opinions lose their power over you.
Romans 12:2 (ESV), 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.
1 Peter 3:14-15 (ESV), But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect,
Proverbs 22:1 (NLT), Choose a good reputation over great riches; being held in high esteem is better than silver or gold.
God's standard is being honest always and truthful in a way that honors God and serves others.
Psalm 1:1-3 (NIV), Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, but whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night. That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither— whatever they do prospers.
Galatians 6:9 (NIV), Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.
Proverbs 11:18 (NIV), A wicked person earns deceptive wages, but the one who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.
Proverbs 12:22 (NIV), The LORD detests lying lips, but he delights in people who are trustworthy.
Living by God's standards is about doing the right thing.
James 1:5 (NIV), If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.
1 John 1:9 (NIV), If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.
Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV), Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.
How to apply God's standards to your life.
It is important to remember that Jesus already paid the price on the cross for you. Living by God's standards is about being set apart from this world and reflecting His character in a world that desperately needs Christ. It is not living by the desires of the flesh or by the standards of this world. So every choice you make, do what is right, even when it is hard. This is an act of worship to the One who shed His blood for YOU. It is all about living a life to honor the One who gave His life for YOU.
The Lord does not expect perfection, but He does want you to be faithful. God sees it all. So when you mess up and make the wrong choice, own up to it, repent, ask God for forgiveness, give yourself grace, and do the right thing. The Lord will forgive you, restore you, empower you, and give you strength to do what is right in this broken world.
Keep your eyes on Jesus, and when others see you, I pray they see Jesus and experience the love of God.
Philippians 4:8 (NIV), Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.
Colossians 3:15 (NIV), Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.
The decision is yours to stand firm and make God your solid foundation.
Joshua 24:15 (NIV), But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD.”
I challenge you today to seek God's guidance and ask for God's help. Stand on God's promises and be the light of the world. Doing the right thing is a big deal to God, so let your light shine for God's kingdom and choose to be God-honoring in all you do.
If you have never felt God's presence in your life and want to experience perfect peace when life is confusing, and have eternal life, the Lord is waiting for you to come to Him. You can come just as you are, no need to get your life perfect or jump through any hoops or perform good works. Christ Jesus paid the price for you already on the cross for your sins. He has done all the work. Salvation is a gift from the Creator to YOU.
If you want to invite Jesus into your heart, you can do that today with a prayer.
Heavenly Father, I come to you today just as I am, as a sinner. I want to know you and want you to live in my heart. I believe you lived on this earth and were crucified, shed your blood for me on the cross for my sins. Forgive me, Lord, for my sins. I believe you conquered death and rose from the grave. You ascended to heaven, where you are preparing a place for me to have eternal life. I believe you left me the Holy Spirit to help guide me and direct my steps. Lord, I want to be God-honoring in all that I do. I know I need You, and I can not do it with my own strength. Thank you for loving me and forgiving me. I trust You, Lord. In Jesus name, Amen.
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Music is powerful and can change your day.
Worship music is mentioned throughout Scripture. What you feed in your mind takes root in your heart. Music is powerful. In our home, we listen to K-Love radio. It is a Christian radio station that plays positive, encouraging music. It never fails that if I need encouragement, the perfect song will come on. Music can also be a sweet reminder of the Lord and point you back to Jesus. Here are a few songs that I thought you would find helpful.
Firm Foundation (He Won't) Cody Carnes
Peace In The Chaos Anne Wilson
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