What are some Bible verses about excellence?

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Daniel 6:3  

Then this Daniel became distinguished above all the other presidents and satraps, because an excellent spirit was in him. And the king planned to set him over the whole kingdom.  
  

Philippians 4:8  

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.  
  

Colossians 3:23  

Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men,  
  

Titus 2:7  

Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity,  
  

2 Corinthians 8:7  

But as you excel in everything—in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in all earnestness, and in our love for you—see that you excel in this act of grace also.  
  

Philippians 1:9\-10  

And it is my prayer that your love may abound more and more, with knowledge and all discernment, so that you may approve what is excellent, and so be pure and blameless for the day of Christ,  
  

Daniel 5:12  

Because an excellent spirit, knowledge, and understanding to interpret dreams, explain riddles, and solve problems were found in this Daniel, whom the king named Belteshazzar. Now let Daniel be called, and he will show the interpretation.  
  

2 Peter 1:3\-4  

His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence, by which he has granted to us his precious and very great promises, so that through them you may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped from the corruption that is in the world because of sinful desire.  
  

Proverbs 22:29  

Do you see a man skillful in his work? He will stand before kings; he will not stand before obscure men.  
  

1 Peter 2:9  

But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.  
  

Ephesians 6:7\-8  

Rendering service with a good will as to the Lord and not to man, knowing that whatever good anyone does, this he will receive back from the Lord, whether he is a slave or free.  
  

Joshua 1:8  

This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.  
  

Psalm 119:99  

I have more understanding than all my teachers, for your testimonies are my meditation.  
  

2 Peter 1:5  

For this very reason, make every effort to supplement your faith with virtue, and virtue with knowledge,  
  

Matthew 5:14\-16  

You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.  
  

1 Corinthians 12:31  

But earnestly desire the higher gifts. And I will show you a still more excellent way.  
  

2 Timothy 3:16  

All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness,  
  

Colossians 3:23\-24  

Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ.  
  

Proverbs 17:27  

Whoever restrains his words has knowledge, and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.  
  

1 Timothy 6:11  

But as for you, O man of God, flee these things. Pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness.  
  

*Unless otherwise noted, all Bible verses are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version® Copyright© 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers.*  
  

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