Job 17:9
Job 17:9
The righteous also shall hold on his way, and he that hath clean hands shall be stronger and stronger.
The righteous keep moving forward, and those with clean hands become stronger and stronger underscores the importance of perseverance and integrity. In the Christian life, righteousness is not merely a one-time decision but a continual pursuit. This verse speaks to the need for believers to keep advancing in their faith, regardless of the challenges or obstacles they face. As we maintain “clean hands,” which signifies living with integrity and purity, we grow stronger in our faith and character. The Christian life requires endurance, and those who persevere in righteousness will find that they become more resilient and steadfast over time. This growth is not just external but internal, as the believer’s spirit is strengthened through obedience to God and reliance on His strength. For those who follow God’s path, righteousness becomes both the foundation and the means of spiritual progress. This verse encourages believers to stay on the path of righteousness, even when it’s difficult, knowing that God’s strength will sustain them. As we keep moving forward, we not only grow stronger but also
1 Corinthians 16:13
Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.
Hebrews 12:10
They disciplined us for a little while as they thought best; but God disciplines us for our good.
Psalm 28:7
The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.
1 Corinthians 9:27
But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway.