God of Hope

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)

Be an example . . . by doing good works of every kind. Let everything you do reflect [your] integrity and seriousness. (paraphrase of Titus 2:7)

So give your father and mother joy! May she who gave you birth be happy. (Proverbs 23:25)

My child, don’t lose sight of common sense and discernment. Hang on to them. (Proverbs 3:21)

For the despondent, every day brings trouble; for the happy heart, life is a continual feast. (Proverbs 15:15)

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)