God of Hope

Any fool can criticize, complain, and condemn—and most fools do. (Dale Carnegie, author)

The Lord is close to all who call on him, yes, to all who call on him in truth. (Psalm 145:18)

It’s ok to be angry when someone hurts us but [we must] not respond in sin. (Mike Lee, pastor)

The godly give good advice to their friends. . .. As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend. (Proverbs 12:26; 27:17)

Truth and tears clear the way to a deep and lasting friendship. (Quoted by Michelle Sterling, author and photographer)

A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need. (Proverbs 17:17)

Enjoy prosperity while you can, but when hard times strike, realize that both come from God. (Ecclesiastes 7:14)

It’s better to wrestle with truth than wallow in turmoil. (Lysa TerKeurst, author)

The tongue that brings healing is a tree of life (Proverbs 15:4).

A leader’s potential is determined by those closest to him. (John Maxwell, leadership guru)

Those who loved you and were helped by you will remember you when forget-me-nots have withered. (C. H. Spurgeon)

If you are wise and understand God’s ways, prove it by living an honorable life, doing good works with the humility that comes from wisdom. (James 3:13)