[3]. Pursuing righteousness leads to a lifestyle that exhibits integrity. You are committed to Allah’s ways, and you serve Allāh, not yourself.You work righteousness. Your deeds exhibit justice. You promote good, not evil. Your speech exhibits reliability, honesty, and the truth of Allah’s Word. When you’re a person who is pursuing righteousness, your heart is settled and steadfast on the things of Allāh. Therefore, beginning in your heart, what flows forth should be what is pleasing to Him. Evil heart intents bring forth evil; but not so with those whose hearts are focused with Allāh and His treasures. You don’t lie, deceive or manipulate. Your words matter. It’s always best to uplift and encourage others, speaking things that edify, not tear down. Our words and actions should always exemplify grace. Oftentimes gossip can happen because there is a desire to put someone down, as opposed to offering grace over their shortcomings. Just as we’d like to receive grace for our shortcomings, we should offer grace to all we come into contact with.
To pursue righteousness despise evil. You see things for what they are—evil is evil. You hate the things Allāh hates. You don’t allow yourself to walk with others in their wicked ways. Honor those who fear Allāh. Respect fellow believers. Give them grace and encouragement. You can encourage them with your actions and words. Pursuing righteousness requires to keep your word and not change. To hold yourself accountable, no matter how high the cost. Be generous without interest. When you live righteously you can give freely, because you know Allāh is your provider. You can give and expect nothing in return. You don't take bribes. This means that you cannot be bought.
We are solid in our ways when we rely on Allāh in our daily actions and interactions.