God of Hope

And may the Lord our God show us his approval and make our efforts successful. Yes, make our efforts successful! (Psalm  90:17)

It is pleasant to see dreams come true . . . hard work brings rewards . . . those who work hard will prosper . . . Good planning and hard work lead to prosperity (Proverbs 13:19; 12:14; 13:3; 21:5).

So God has given both his promise and his oath . . . This hope is a strong and trustworthy anchor for our souls (Hebrews 6:18, 19).

If we could control our tongues, we would be perfect and could also control ourselves in every other way.  . . . blessing and cursing come pouring out of the same mouth. Surely . . . this is not right! (James 3:1, 10)

Then at last everyone will say, “There truly is a reward for those who live for God (Psalm 58:11).

Don’t sin by letting anger control you (Ephesians 4:26)
Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry (James 1:19). 

. . . your real life is hidden with Christ in God (Colossians 3:3). For to me, living means living for Christ (Philippians 1:21).

Even while we were with you, we gave you this command: “Those unwilling to work will not get to eat” (2 Thessalonians 3:10).

Wisdom: “Store my commands in your heart. If you do this, you will live many years,  and your life will be satisfying” (Proverbs 3:1-2).

Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed (Ecclesiastes 4:9).

So God created people in his own image. Then God looked over all he had made, and he saw that it was excellent in every way (Genesis 1:27a & 31).

As for me, it matters very little how I might be evaluated by you or by any human authority. . . For [the Lord] . . .  will reveal our private motives. Then God will give to each one whatever praise is due (1 Corinthians 4:3, 5).