God of Hope

Make it your goal to live a quiet life, minding your own business and working with your hands (1 Thessalonians 4:11).

Do not judge others, and you will not be judged. For you will be treated as you treat others. The standard you use in judging is the standard by which you will be judged. (Matthew 7:1-2)

May you always be filled with the fruit of your salvation—the righteous character produced in your life by Jesus Christ (Philppians 1:11).

Those who worship worthless idols forfeit the grace that could be theirs (Jonah 2:8).

Throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life . . . Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes (Ephesians 22-23).

Sing to the Lord with grateful praise; make music to our God on the harp (Psalm 147:7)

Give your father and mother joy! May she who gave you birth be happy (Proverbs 23:25).

Whenever we have the opportunity, we should do good to everyone … Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. (Galatians 6:10; Ephesians 5:16)

Truthful words stand the test of time, but lies are soon exposed … Get the truth and never sell it; also get wisdom, discipline, and good judgment. (Proverbs 12:19; 23:23)

Pride ends in humiliation, while humility brings honor . . . For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted. (Proverbs 29:23; Luke 14:11)

Choose a good reputation over great riches; being held in high esteem is better than silver or gold (Proverbs 22:1).

Love is patient and kind . . . It does not demand its own way. It . . .  never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful (1 Corinthians 13:4, 5, 7).