God of Hope

In his grace, God has given us different gifts for doing certain things well. (Romans 12:6a)

Give me neither poverty nor riches! Give me just enough to satisfy my needs. (Proverbs 30:8)

Choose a good reputation over great riches; being held in high esteem is better than silver or gold… A good reputation is more valuable than costly perfume. (Proverbs 22:1; Ecclesiastes 7:1)

Dear children, let’s not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions. (1 John 3:18)

Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take. (Proverbs 3:5-6)

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

The flowers are springing up, the season of singing birds has come, and the cooing of turtledoves fills the air. (Song of Solomon 2:12)

For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will fill you with joy. Wise choices will watch over you. Understanding will keep you safe. (Proverbs 2:10-11)

Don’t you realize that you become the slave of whatever you choose to obey? You can be a slave to sin, which leads to death, or you can choose to obey God, which leads to righteous living. (Romans 6:16)

The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship. Day after day they continue to speak; night after night they make him known. (Psalm 19:1-2)

Send out your light and your truth; let them guide me. . . . Teach me your ways, O Lord, that I may live according to your truth! (Psalm 43:3; 86:11)

There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. (John 15:13)