September 30—Godliness
The word for today is godliness.
“For kings and all who are in authority, in order that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity. … but rather by means of good works, as befits women making a claim to godliness” (1 Tim. 2:2, 10).
“For surely, O Lord, you bless the righteous; you surround them with your favor as with a shield” (Ps. 5:12).
“In the way of righteousness there is life; along that path is immortality” (Prov. 12:28).
“For the Lord watches over the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish” (Ps. 1:6).
“The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise” (Prov. 11:30).
“Know that the Lord has set apart the godly for himself; the Lord will hear when I call to him” (Ps. 4:3).
“For the Lord is righteous, he loves justice; upright men will see his face” (Ps. 11:7).
“But godliness actually is a means of great gain, when accompanied by contentment. … But flee from these things, you man of God; and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance and gentleness” (1 Tim. 6:6, 11).
“Since all these things are to be destroyed in this way, what sort of people ought you to be in holy conduct and godliness” (2 Pet. 3:11).
Prayer: Lord, Paul’s words to Titus ring in my heart today: “instructing us to deny ungodliness and worldly desires and to live sensibly, righteously and godly in the present age, looking for the blessed hope and the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Christ Jesus.”
See also: Ps. 34:15, 17, 19; 1 Tim. 3:16, 4:7-8; 2 Tim. 3:5;
2 Pet. 1:3, 6-7
