Job 22:3
Job · Old Testament · Chapter 22
“Is it any pleasure to the Almighty, that thou art righteous? or is it gain to him, that thou makest thy ways perfect?”Job 22:3
What Does Job 22:3 Mean?
Job 22:3 is found in the book of Job, chapter 22, verse 3 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 15 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Key themes in this passage include Righteousness.
Cross-References (15)
These passages are connected to Job 22:3 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Proverbs 15:8“The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright is his delight.”2 Corinthians 7:1“Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.”Psalms 147:10“He delighteth not in the strength of the horse: he taketh not pleasure in the legs of a man.”Proverbs 11:1“A false balance is abomination to the LORD: but a just weight is his delight.”Proverbs 12:22“Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight.”2 Samuel 22:33“God is my strength and power: and he maketh my way perfect.”1 Chronicles 29:17“I know also, my God, that thou triest the heart, and hast pleasure in uprightness. As for me, in the uprightness of mine heart I have willingly offered all these things: and now have I seen with joy thy people, which are present here, to offer willingly unto thee.”Job 23:10“But he knoweth the way that I take: when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold.”Psalms 39:1“I said, I will take heed to my ways, that I sin not with my tongue: I will keep my mouth with a bridle, while the wicked is before me.”Psalms 119:3“They also do no iniquity: they walk in his ways.”Psalms 119:59“I thought on my ways, and turned my feet unto thy testimonies.”Proverbs 11:20“They that are of a froward heart are abomination to the LORD: but such as are upright in their way are his delight.”Malachi 2:17“Ye have wearied the LORD with your words. Yet ye say, Wherein have we wearied him? When ye say, Every one that doeth evil is good in the sight of the LORD, and he delighteth in them; or, Where is the God of judgment?”Acts 24:16“And herein do I exercise myself, to have always a conscience void of offence toward God, and toward men.”Philippians 4:18“But I have all, and abound: I am full, having received of Epaphroditus the things which were sent from you, an odour of a sweet smell, a sacrifice acceptable, wellpleasing to God.”
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