God of Hope

A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need. . . . [A] real friend sticks closer than a brother. (Proverbs 17:17; 18:24)

My child, listen to what I say, and treasure my commands. Tune your ears to wisdom and concentrate on understanding. Cry out for insight. (Proverbs 2:1-3)

Even children are known by the way they act, whether their conduct is pure, and whether it is right. (Proverbs 20:11)
For we are each responsible for our own conduct. (Galatians 6:5)

The Lord has given them special skill . . .  They excel as craftsmen and as designers. (Exodus 35:3, 5)

The words of the godly are a life-giving fountain; the words of the wicked conceal violent intentions. (Proverbs 10:11)

Jesus: “The very words I have spoken to you are spirit and life.” Peter to Jesus: “Lord, to whom would we go? You have the words that give eternal life.” (John 6:33, 68)

Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God. Anyone who loves is a child of God and knows God. (1 John 4:7)

Sometimes you pick your friends, sometimes they pick you. (Steve Klaka, real estate professional)
A wise person wins friends. (Proverbs 11:30)

Remind the believers to submit to the government and its officers. They should be obedient, always ready to do what is good. (Titus 3:1)

Get all the advice and instruction you can, so you will be wise the rest of your life. (Proverbs 19:20)

Many will say they are loyal friends, but who can find one who is truly reliable? (Proverbs 20:6)
Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a loyal spirit within me. (Psalm 51:10)

Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God.” (Mark 10:27