God of Hope

Our people must learn to do good by meeting the urgent needs of others; then they will not be unproductive (Titus 3:14).

For it is [God] who blesses you with bountiful harvests and gives you success in all your work (Deuteronomy 16:15).

Lazy people want much but get little, but those who work hard will prosper (Proverbs 13:4).

Wise words bring many benefits, and hard work brings rewards (Proverbs 12:14).

Work hard and become a leader; be lazy and become a slave (Proverbs 12:24).

Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others (1 Peter 4:10).

Wealth from get-rich-quick schemes quickly disappears; wealth from hard work grows over time (Prov 13:11).

One thing I do . . . I press on toward the goal to win the prize (Philippians 4:13-14).

But as for you, be strong and courageous, for your work will be rewarded (2 Chronicles 15:7).

Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men (Colossians 3:23).

The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, turning a person from the snares of death (Proverbs 13:14).

Teach us to realize the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom (Psalm 90:12).