God of Hope

Let’s not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions. (1 John 3:18)
Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. (Hebrews 10:24)

Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart, and the pleasantness of a friend springs from their heartfelt advice. (Proverbs 27:9)

I know, my God, that you examine our hearts and rejoice when you find integrity there. (1 Chronicles 29:17)

True humility and fear of the Lord lead to riches, honor, and long life. (Proverbs 22:4)
Dress yourselves in humility as you relate to one another, for “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” (1 Peter 4:5)

As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend. (Proverbs 27:17)

I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God . . .  is calling us. (Philippians 3:13-14)

For he called you to share in his Kingdom and glory. (1 Thessalonians 2:12)

To learn, you must love discipline; it is stupid to hate correction . . . whoever learns from correction is wise. (Proverbs 12:1; 15:5)

Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. (Romans 12:2)

It is no shame to suffer for being a Christian. Praise God for the privilege of being called by his name! (1 Peter 4:16)
Then God will give to each one whatever praise is due. (1 Corinthians 4:5)

When you obey my commandments, you remain in my love, just as I obey my Father’s commandments and remain in his love . . . You are my friends if you do what I command. (John 15:10, 14)

Give to everyone what you owe them: . . .  if respect, then respect; if honor, then honor. (Romans 13:7)