God of Hope

Wounds from a sincere friend are better than many kisses from an enemy . . .. The heartfelt counsel of a friend is as sweet as perfume and incense (Proverbs 27:6, 9)

The world offers only a craving for physical pleasure, a craving for everything we see, and pride in our achievements and possessions…And this world is fading away, along with everything that people crave. But anyone who does what pleases God will live forever (1 John 2:16-17).

Satisfy the hunger of your treasured ones. May their children have plenty, leaving an inheritance for their descendants (Psalm 17:14).

Better to be patient than powerful; better to have self-control than to conquer a city (Proverbs 16:32). So prepare your minds for action and exercise self-control (1 Peter 1:13).

Our purpose is to please God, not people. He alone examines the motives of our hearts. (1 Thessalonians 2:4b) 

Make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one mind and purpose (Philippians 2:2).

Fools have no interest in understanding; they only want to air their own opinions (Proverbs 18:2).

For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding . . .. He sets the standards for fairness (Proverbs 2:6; 16:11b)

Cast down imaginations, and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God and bring into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5 paraphrase).

The seeds of good deeds become a tree of life; a wise person wins friends (Proverbs 11:30)

Jesus: “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest . . .. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls (Matthew 11:28-29) 

They share freely and give generously to those in need. Their good deeds will be remembered forever. They will have influence and honor (Psalm 112:9).