Moreover he must have a good testimony among those who are outside, lest he fall into reproach and the snare of the devil.

"Therefore, brethren, seek out from among you seven men of [good] reputation, full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business;

And they said, "Cornelius [the] centurion, a just man, one who fears God and has a good reputation among all the nation of the Jews, was divinely instructed by a holy angel to summon you to his house, and to hear words from you."

"Then a certain Ananias, a devout man according to the law, having a good testimony with all the Jews who dwelt [there,]

Demetrius has a [good] testimony from all, and from the truth itself. And we also bear witness, and you know that our testimony is true.

Likewise, the good works [of some] are clearly evident, and those that are otherwise cannot be hidden.

but, which is proper for women professing godliness, with good works.

[Let them] do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to give, willing to share,

"Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.

At Joppa there was a certain disciple named Tabitha, which is translated Dorcas. This woman was full of good works and charitable deeds which she did.

For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.

that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.

in all things showing yourself [to be] a pattern of good works; in doctrine [showing] integrity, reverence, incorruptibility,

This is a faithful saying, and these things I want you to affirm constantly, that those who have believed in God should be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable to men.

And let our [people] also learn to maintain good works, to [meet] urgent needs, that they may not be unfruitful.

And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works,

make you complete in every good work to do His will, working in you what is well pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom [be] glory forever and ever. Amen.

having your conduct honorable among the Gentiles, that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may, by [your] good works which they observe, glorify God in the day of visitation.

when I call to remembrance the genuine faith that is in you, which dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am persuaded is in you also.

and that from childhood you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.

Now a certain woman named Lydia heard [us.] She was a seller of purple from the city of Thyatira, who worshiped God. The Lord opened her heart to heed the things spoken by Paul.

And when she and her household were baptized, she begged [us,] saying, "If you have judged me to be faithful to the Lord, come to my house and stay." So she persuaded us.

distributing to the needs of the saints, given to hospitality.

Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so [doing] some have unwittingly entertained angels.

[Be] hospitable to one another without grumbling.

"Please let a little water be brought, and wash your feet, and rest yourselves under the tree.

And he said, "Here now, my lords, please turn in to your servant's house and spend the night, and wash your feet; then you may rise early and go on your way." And they said, "No, but we will spend the night in the open square."

Then the man came to the house. And he unloaded the camels, and provided straw and feed for the camels, and water to wash his feet and the feet of the men who [were] with him.

and stood at His feet behind [Him] weeping; and she began to wash His feet with her tears, and wiped [them] with the hair of her head; and she kissed His feet and anointed [them] with the fragrant oil.

Then He turned to the woman and said to Simon, "Do you see this woman? I entered your house; you gave Me no water for My feet, but she has washed My feet with her tears and wiped [them] with the hair of her head.

After that, He poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples' feet, and to wipe [them] with the towel with which He was girded.

Jesus answered and said to him, "What I am doing you do not understand now, but you will know after this."

Simon Peter said to Him, "Lord, not my feet only, but also [my] hands and [my] head!"

For He knew who would betray Him; therefore He said, "You are not all clean."

"You call me Teacher and Lord, and you say well, for [so] I am.

"For I have given you an example, that you should do as I have done to you.

' If one of your brethren becomes poor, and falls into poverty among you, then you shall help him, like a stranger or a sojourner, that he may live with you.

Learn to do good; Seek justice, Rebuke the oppressor; Defend the fatherless, Plead for the widow.

Then Peter arose and went with them. When he had come, they brought [him] to the upper room. And all the widows stood by him weeping, showing the tunics and garments which Dorcas had made while she was with them.

You have commanded [us] To keep Your precepts diligently.

that you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing [Him,] being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God;

Therefore if anyone cleanses himself from the latter, he will be a vessel for honor, sanctified and useful for the Master, prepared for every good work.

who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from every lawless deed and purify for Himself [His] own special people, zealous for good works.

Remind them to be subject to rulers and authorities, to obey, to be ready for every good work,

This is a faithful saying, and these things I want you to affirm constantly, that those who have believed in God should be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable to men.