God of Hope

Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm. . . . (1 Corinthians 16:13). Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong (Ephesians 6:11).

Keep a close watch on how you live and on your teaching (1 Timothy 4:16).

Wisdom will multiply your days and add years to your life. … Fear of the LORD lengthens one’s life. … Godly people find life (Proverbs 9:11; 10:27; 11:19).  

We are waiting for the hope of being made right with God (Galatians 5:5a).

Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people (Colossians 3:23).

Let [your faith]  grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing (James 1:4).

I don’t mean to say that . . . I have already reached perfection. But I press on to possess that perfection for which Christ Jesus first possessed me (Philippians 3:12).

Joyful is the person who finds wisdom, the one who gains understanding (Proverbs 3:13).

Lead me by your truth and teach me, for you are the God who saves me. All day long I put my hope in you (Psalm 25:5).

Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. (James 1:19)

And you should imitate me, just as I imitate Christ (1 Corinthians 1:11).

Hard work brings rewards (Proverbs 12:14). . . . Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval. (2 Timothy 2:15).