Moral Values That Truly Enrich

"WALK IN THE WAY OF GOOD PEOPLE

The moral values found in the Bible reflect our Creator's deep love for us,  for those values enable us to "walk in the way of good people."  ( Proverbs 2:20; Isaiah 48:17, 18)  When we follow that guidance, we, in turn, show our love for God and reap many rewards. In fact, the Bible keeps this promise:  "Keep [God's] way, and he will exalt you to take possession of the earth.  When the wicked ones are cut off, you will see it." -Psalm 37:34. 

Yes, what a wonderful future awaits those who adhere to Bible standards-life in a peaceful earth free of wickedness!  Surely the values taught in the Bible merit our consideration. 

An Urgent Need for "a Global Ethic"

Humanity's survival "may depend on the acceptance of a global ethic," says the journal Counseling and Values. "Perhaps the most agreed-upon universal moral value is the Golden Rule."  What is that rule? Taught by Jesus Christ, it says: Do unto others what you would want them to do unto you." -Matthew 7:12, Good News Translation.

Values That Elevate Us

* "Love your neighbor as you love yourself." -Mark 12:31. 

* "Return evil for evil to no one." -Romans 12:17. 

* "Continue . . .forgiving one another freely if anyone has a cause for complaint against another." -Colossians 3:13. 

* "The love of money is a root of all sorts of injurious things/evil." -1 Timothy 6:10. 

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