Quality Living
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Definition and Overview:
Quality living, from a biblical perspective, refers to a life that aligns with God's will, characterized by spiritual fulfillment, moral integrity, and a sense of purpose. It encompasses both the material and spiritual aspects of life, emphasizing the importance of living in accordance with God's commandments and teachings.

Biblical Foundations:
The Bible provides numerous insights into what constitutes quality living. Central to this concept is the pursuit of righteousness, wisdom, and a relationship with God. In Matthew 6:33 , Jesus instructs, "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you." This verse underscores the priority of spiritual pursuits over material concerns.

Spiritual Fulfillment:
Quality living is deeply rooted in spiritual fulfillment, which is achieved through a personal relationship with God. In John 10:10 , Jesus declares, "I have come that they may have life, and have it in all its fullness." This fullness of life is not merely about physical well-being but encompasses spiritual abundance and joy.

Moral Integrity:
Living a life of quality involves adhering to moral principles as outlined in Scripture. Proverbs 11:3 states, "The integrity of the upright guides them, but the perversity of the faithless destroys them." Integrity and honesty are vital components of a life that honors God and reflects His character.

Contentment and Gratitude:
Contentment is a key aspect of quality living. Philippians 4:11-12 highlights the Apostle Paul's perspective: "I have learned to be content regardless of my circumstances. I know how to live humbly, and I know how to abound." Gratitude and contentment, regardless of one's situation, are essential for a fulfilling life.

Wisdom and Understanding:
The pursuit of wisdom is highly valued in Scripture as a means to achieve quality living. Proverbs 3:13-14 states, "Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who acquires understanding, for she is more profitable than silver, and her gain is better than fine gold." Wisdom leads to making sound decisions that align with God's will.

Community and Relationships:
Quality living also involves nurturing healthy relationships and being part of a community. Hebrews 10:24-25 encourages believers to "spur one another on to love and good deeds" and to "not neglect meeting together." Building strong, supportive relationships is crucial for personal growth and spiritual encouragement.

Work and Stewardship:
The Bible emphasizes the importance of diligent work and stewardship of resources. Colossians 3:23 advises, "Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, for the Lord and not for men." Quality living involves using one's talents and resources responsibly and for God's glory.

Peace and Rest:
A life of quality includes experiencing God's peace and rest. Philippians 4:7 promises, "And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Trusting in God's provision and care allows believers to live without anxiety and fear.

Eternal Perspective:
Finally, quality living is marked by an eternal perspective, recognizing that life on earth is temporary. 2 Corinthians 4:18 reminds believers, "So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal." This perspective encourages living with purpose and hope, looking forward to eternal life with God.
Topical Bible Verses
Hebrews 13:5
Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as you have: for he has said, I will never leave you, nor forsake you.
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Romans 13:8-10
Owe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that loves another has fulfilled the law.
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Matthew 7:21-23
Not every one that said to me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that does the will of my Father which is in heaven.
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James 4:11-12
Speak not evil one of another, brothers. He that speaks evil of his brother, and judges his brother, speaks evil of the law, and judges the law: but if you judge the law, you are not a doer of the law, but a judge.
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James 1:22-27
But be you doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.
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James 1:19-20
Why, my beloved brothers, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
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Hebrews 13:18
Pray for us: for we trust we have a good conscience, in all things willing to live honestly.
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Hebrews 13:15-16
By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name.
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Greek
4998. sophron -- of sound mind, self-controlled
... This root (, "soundness") then reflects living in balance. ... An opera singer controls
the length (quality) of their tones by their which even controls the ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/4998.htm - 8k
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The Sacrament of Living
... I would throw into relief the practical implications of the teaching for which I
have been arguing, ie, the sacramental quality of every day living. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/tozer/the pursuit of god/x the sacrament of living.htm

Of the Simple and Unchangeable Trinity, Father, Son, and Holy ...
... other, each is what He has; thus, He is in Himself living, for He ... is promised to
the saints in the resurrection cannot, indeed, lose its quality of incorruption ...
//christianbookshelf.org/augustine/city of god/chapter 10 of the simple and.htm

By a Comparison Drawn from the Wild Olive-Tree, Whose Quality but ...
... not grafted in, remains useless to its lord because of its woody quality, and is ...
4525] [Now by these words] he does not prohibit them from living their lives ...
/.../irenaeus/against heresies/chapter x by a comparison drawn.htm

How the Ruler, While Living Well, Ought to Teach and Admonish ...
... How the Ruler, While Living Well, Ought to Teach and Admonish Those that are ... Therefore
according to the quality of the hearers ought the discourse of teachers ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/leo/writings of leo the great/part iii how the ruler.htm

Eighth Tractate. The Soul's Descent into Body.
... forms of life; the living city is the more perfect and powerful, but those lesser
forms, in spite of all, share in the one same living quality: or, another ...
/.../plotinus/the six enneads/eighth tractate the souls descent.htm

Whether the Subject of virtue is a Power of the Soul?
... have said above ([1502]Q[55], A[4]): and quality is not the subject of quality. ...
Sometimes it is taken for the very existence of the living thing: in this way ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the subject of virtue.htm

Epistle xxxiv. To Eulogius, Bishop.
... moreover we said to the aforesaid representatives; We say that the soul of Adam
died by sin, not from the substance of living, but from the quality of living. ...
/.../the epistles of saint gregory the great/epistle xxxiv to eulogius bishop.htm

How Much do we Know of the Nature of the Body?
... into the face of the first man, and that "man then became a living soul," [2457 ... beast,
if he knows not how to discuss and determine his own quality and nature ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 3 how much do we.htm

The Number of Good Things in those Natures which Manich??us Places ...
... For though you find fault with the waters as turbid and muddy, still, in allowing
them the quality of producing and maintaining their living inhabitants, you ...
/.../chapter 30 name number of.htm

A General Means for Applying Our Works to God's Service.
... to the perpetual service of God; such are religious, who by their vows, either solemn
or simple, are immolated to God in quality of living and reasonable ...
/.../francis/treatise on the love of god/chapter viii a general means.htm

Resources
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