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Doing, or according with, that which is right; yielding to all their due; just; equitable; especially, free from wrong, guilt, or sin; holy; as, a righteous man or act; a righteous retribution.

A person that is righteous is a person that just does the right thing. Often times this is where a term like righteous gets confusing. Socially and culturally, there is no longer a universally accepted definition of right and wrong. Passages of scripture such as Ezekiel 18 are prime examples of rules defined for a people in light of culture, but also endure the test of time. Verses 15-17 of The Message interpretation say a righteous man:

“doesn’t eat at the pagan shrines,

doesn’t worship the popular idols of Israel,

doesn’t seduce his neighbor’s spouse,

doesn’t bully anyone,

doesn’t refuse to loan money,

doesn’t steal,

doesn’t refuse food to the hungry,

doesn’t refuse to give clothes to the ill-clad,

doesn’t live by impulse and greed,

doesn’t exploit the poor.

He does what I say; he performs my laws and lives by my statutes.”

Some things are debatable based on the situation. Some things are just . . . wrong.

In your pursuit of righteousness, I would like for you to consider this list. Remember this list and realize the bible speaks of a standard that has endured the test of time. Believers in Christ should pursue righteous lives, not for the purposes of pride or arrogance, but so they can positively influence those around them for the Glory of God.

Prayer: Lord God, help me remember your rules and desires for my life. As I live my life help me to make decisions that you would say are right. Help me be righteous. It may be difficult at times but I want to do it for you. For your glory Lord. Amen.

Scripture: Ezekiel 18; Romans 3:10