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Matthew 5:16-18

16 In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.

17 The Fulfillment of the Law
“Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them.

18 I tell you the truth, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished.

Cross References for Matthew 5:16-18

Ephesians 5:8 - For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light Click to read the verse Ephesians 5:8 Click to read the verse Ephesians 5:8

Ephesians 2:10 - For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in a... Click to read the verse Ephesians 2:10 Click to read the verse Ephesians 2:10

Matthew 5:45 - that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the go... Click to read the verse Matthew 5:45 Click to read the verse Matthew 5:45

1 Thessalonians 2:12 - encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his king... Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 2:12 Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 2:12

Proverbs 4:18 - The path of the righteous is like the first gleam of dawn, shining ever brighter till the full ... Click to read the verse Proverbs 4:18 Click to read the verse Proverbs 4:18

Philippians 2:15-16 - so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depra... Click to read the verse Philippians 2:15-16 Click to read the verse Philippians 2:15-16

1 Peter 2:9 - But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 2:9 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 2:9

Hebrews 10:24 - And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Click to read the verse Hebrews 10:24 Click to read the verse Hebrews 10:24

1 Peter 2:12 - Live such good lives among the pagans that, though they accuse you of doing wrong, they may see... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 2:12 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 2:12

Isaiah 62:1 - Zion’s New Name For Zion’s sake I will not keep silent, for Jerusalem’s sake I will not remain ... Click to read the verse Isaiah 62:1 Click to read the verse Isaiah 62:1

Matthew 5:48 - Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect. Click to read the verse Matthew 5:48 Click to read the verse Matthew 5:48

1 Timothy 5:10 - and is well known for her good deeds, such as bringing up children, showing hospitality, washin... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 5:10 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 5:10

Genesis 22:12 - “Do not lay a hand on the boy,” he said. “Do not do anything to him. Now I know that you fear G... Click to read the verse Genesis 22:12 Click to read the verse Genesis 22:12

Psalms 50:15 - and call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor me.” Click to read the verse Psalms 50:15 Click to read the verse Psalms 50:15

1 Corinthians 14:25 - and the secrets of his heart will be laid bare. So he will fall down and worship God, exclaimin... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:25 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:25

Genesis 39:3 - When his master saw that the Lord was with him and that the Lord gave him success in everything... Click to read the verse Genesis 39:3 Click to read the verse Genesis 39:3

1 Timothy 2:10 - but with good deeds, appropriate for women who profess to worship God. Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 2:10 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 2:10

1 Peter 3:16 - keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in C... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 3:16 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 3:16

Titus 2:10 - and not to steal from them, but to show that they can be fully trusted, so that in every way th... Click to read the verse Titus 2:10 Click to read the verse Titus 2:10

Isaiah 61:3 - and provide for those who grieve in Zion— to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes,... Click to read the verse Isaiah 61:3 Click to read the verse Isaiah 61:3

2 Corinthians 8:21 - For we are taking pains to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord but also in the e... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 8:21 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 8:21

Titus 2:14 - who gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people tha... Click to read the verse Titus 2:14 Click to read the verse Titus 2:14

Isaiah 60:1 - The Glory of Zion “Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon ... Click to read the verse Isaiah 60:1 Click to read the verse Isaiah 60:1

1 Samuel 25:28 - Please forgive your servant’s offense, for the Lord will certainly make a lasting dynasty for m... Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 25:28 Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 25:28

Isaiah 60:1-3 - The Glory of Zion “Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon ... Click to read the verse Isaiah 60:1-3 Click to read the verse Isaiah 60:1-3

Luke 12:35 - Watchfulness “Be dressed ready for service and keep your lamps burning, Click to read the verse Luke 12:35 Click to read the verse Luke 12:35

Matthew 23:5 - “Everything they do is done for men to see: They make their phylacteries wide and the tassels o... Click to read the verse Matthew 23:5 Click to read the verse Matthew 23:5

Deuteronomy 2:4 - Give the people these orders: ‘You are about to pass through the territory of your brothers the... Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 2:4 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 2:4

1 Corinthians 6:20 - you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 6:20 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 6:20

Psalms 45:13 - All glorious is the princess within her chamber; her gown is interwoven with gold. Click to read the verse Psalms 45:13 Click to read the verse Psalms 45:13

Titus 2:7 - In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, serio... Click to read the verse Titus 2:7 Click to read the verse Titus 2:7

Matthew 6:9 - “This, then, is how you should pray: “‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, Click to read the verse Matthew 6:9 Click to read the verse Matthew 6:9

Exodus 34:35 - they saw that his face was radiant. Then Moses would put the veil back over his face until he w... Click to read the verse Exodus 34:35 Click to read the verse Exodus 34:35

1 Peter 4:11 - If anyone speaks, he should do it as one speaking the very words of God. If anyone serves, he s... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 4:11 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 4:11

1 Timothy 4:15 - Be diligent in these matters; give yourself wholly to them, so that everyone may see your progr... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 4:15 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 4:15

Luke 11:2 - He said to them, “When you pray, say: “‘Father, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come. Click to read the verse Luke 11:2 Click to read the verse Luke 11:2

Leviticus 24:2 - “Command the Israelites to bring you clear oil of pressed olives for the light so that the lamp... Click to read the verse Leviticus 24:2 Click to read the verse Leviticus 24:2

Romans 1:7 - To all in Rome who are loved by God and called to be saints: Grace and peace to you from God ou... Click to read the verse Romans 1:7 Click to read the verse Romans 1:7

Isaiah 58:8 - Then your light will break forth like the dawn, and your healing will quickly appear; then your... Click to read the verse Isaiah 58:8 Click to read the verse Isaiah 58:8

Matthew 9:8 - When the crowd saw this, they were filled with awe; and they praised God, who had given such au... Click to read the verse Matthew 9:8 Click to read the verse Matthew 9:8

Luke 11:13 - If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more w... Click to read the verse Luke 11:13 Click to read the verse Luke 11:13

Ephesians 4:29 - Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building ... Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:29 Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:29

2 Kings 4:9 - She said to her husband, “I know that this man who often comes our way is a holy man of God. Click to read the verse 2 Kings 4:9 Click to read the verse 2 Kings 4:9

Acts 9:36 - In Joppa there was a disciple named Tabitha (which, when translated, is Dorcas), who was always... Click to read the verse Acts 9:36 Click to read the verse Acts 9:36

1 Samuel 29:6 - So Achish called David and said to him, “As surely as the Lord lives, you have been reliable, a... Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 29:6 Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 29:6

Matthew 23:9 - And do not call anyone on earth ‘father,’ for you have one Father, and he is in heaven. Click to read the verse Matthew 23:9 Click to read the verse Matthew 23:9

Matthew 6:1 - Giving to the Needy “Be careful not to do your ‘acts of righteousness’ before men, to be seen b... Click to read the verse Matthew 6:1 Click to read the verse Matthew 6:1

2 Samuel 19:11 - King David sent this message to Zadok and Abiathar, the priests: “Ask the elders of Judah, ‘Why... Click to read the verse 2 Samuel 19:11 Click to read the verse 2 Samuel 19:11

1 Peter 4:14 - If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 4:14 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 4:14

Matthew 6:16 - Fasting “When you fast, do not look somber as the hypocrites do, for they disfigure their faces... Click to read the verse Matthew 6:16 Click to read the verse Matthew 6:16

Titus 3:4 - But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, Click to read the verse Titus 3:4 Click to read the verse Titus 3:4

Philemon 1:6 - I pray that you may be active in sharing your faith, so that you will have a full understanding... Click to read the verse Philemon 1:6 Click to read the verse Philemon 1:6

1 Peter 3:1 - Wives and Husbands Wives, in the same way be submissive to your husbands so that, if any of the... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 3:1 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 3:1

Titus 3:14 - Our people must learn to devote themselves to doing what is good, in order that they may provid... Click to read the verse Titus 3:14 Click to read the verse Titus 3:14

John 15:8 - This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples. Click to read the verse John 15:8 Click to read the verse John 15:8

Galatians 1:24 - And they praised God because of me. Click to read the verse Galatians 1:24 Click to read the verse Galatians 1:24

Philippians 1:11 - filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ—to the glory and praise ... Click to read the verse Philippians 1:11 Click to read the verse Philippians 1:11

1 Timothy 6:18 - Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 6:18 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 6:18

1 Timothy 5:25 - In the same way, good deeds are obvious, and even those that are not cannot be hidden. Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 5:25 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 5:25

1 Thessalonians 5:6-8 - So then, let us not be like others, who are asleep, but let us be alert and self-controlled. Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 5:6-8 Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 5:6-8

Matthew 25:1 - The Parable of the Ten Virgins “At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who... Click to read the verse Matthew 25:1 Click to read the verse Matthew 25:1

1 John 1:5-7 - Walking in the Light This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is ligh... Click to read the verse 1 John 1:5-7 Click to read the verse 1 John 1:5-7

2 Thessalonians 1:10-12 - on the day he comes to be glorified in his holy people and to be marveled at among all those wh... Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 1:10-12 Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 1:10-12

Romans 13:11-14 - And do this, understanding the present time. The hour has come for you to wake up from your slu... Click to read the verse Romans 13:11-14 Click to read the verse Romans 13:11-14

Matthew 18:14 - In the same way your Father in heaven is not willing that any of these little ones should be lost. Click to read the verse Matthew 18:14 Click to read the verse Matthew 18:14

2 Corinthians 9:13 - Because of the service by which you have proved yourselves, men will praise God for the obedien... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 9:13 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 9:13

Titus 3:7-8 - so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal l... Click to read the verse Titus 3:7-8 Click to read the verse Titus 3:7-8

Matthew 6:1-5 - Giving to the Needy “Be careful not to do your ‘acts of righteousness’ before men, to be seen b... Click to read the verse Matthew 6:1-5 Click to read the verse Matthew 6:1-5