God of Hope

Join together in following my example. . . and just as you have us as a model, keep your eyes on those who live as we do (Philippians 3:17).

We can make our own plans, but the Lord gives the right answer (Proverbs 16:1).

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

Go and make disciples of all nations (Matthew 28:19).

One who loves a pure heart and who speaks with grace will have the king for a friend (Proverbs 22:11).

Now the [leader] is to be above reproach . . .  temperate, self-controlled, respectable (1 Timothy 3:2).

Fools find no pleasure in understanding but delight in airing their own opinions (Proverbs 18:2).

Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought. . . . Honor one another above yourselves (Romans 12:3, 10).

Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves (Philippians 2:3).

The quiet words of a wise person are better than the shouts of a foolish ruler (Ecclesiastes 9:17).

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).

So the Lord said to Moses, “Joshua, the son of Nun, has the ability to be a wise leader; lay your hand on him” (Numbers 27:18).