Bible Verses About "What Does the Bible Say About Goodness"
The Bible teaches that true goodness comes from God alone and is a fruit of the Spirit that motivates believers to do what is right and beneficial for others.
The Bible teaches that true goodness comes from God alone and is a fruit of the Spirit that motivates believers to do what is right and beneficial for others.
"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith." — Galatians 5:22 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Does the Bible Say About Goodness?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith."
"For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them."
"Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good."
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