God of Hope

Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come. (1 Timothy 4:8)

When people’s lives please the Lord, even their enemies are at peace with them. (Proverbs 16:7)

A glad heart makes a happy face; a broken heart crushes the spirit. (Proverbs 14:13)
For the despondent, every day brings trouble; for the happy heart, life is a continual feast. (Proverbs 15:15)

Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the instructions Moses gave you. Do not deviate from them, turning either to the right or to the left. Then you will be successful in everything you do. (Joshua 1:7)

Yet true godliness with contentment is itself great wealth . . . So if we have enough food and clothing, let us be content. (1 Timothy 6:6, 8)

Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up . . . The heartfelt counsel of a friend is as sweet as perfume and incense. (Proverbs 12:25; 27:9)

God is light . . .  (1 John 1:5)
Blessed are those who . . . walk in the light of your presence, Lord. (Psalm 89:15)

Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live.” (John 11:25)

You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak . . . (James 1:19)
Be careful that you do not refuse to listen to the one who is speaking. (Hebrews 12:25)

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed [changed] by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is. (Romans 12:2)

Remember your leaders who taught you the word of God. Think of all the good that has come from their lives, and follow the example of their faith. (Hebrews 13:7)

Don’t try to hide the truth. (Jeremiah 38:14)
Truthful words stand the test of time, but lies are soon exposed. (Proverbs 12:19)