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Psalm 113:3
“From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets, the name of the Lord is to be praised.” – Psalm 113:3
Psalm 94:19
“When anxiety overwhelms me, your consolation delights my soul.” – Psalm 94:19
Psalm 145:18
“The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.” – Psalm 145:18
Ephesians 3:20
“Now to Him who is able to do above and beyond all that we ask or think.” – Ephesians 3:20
1 Thessalonians 5:17
“Pray continually.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:17
1 Kings 19:12
“And after the fire came a gentle whisper.” – 1 Kings 19:12
1 Corinthians 3:16
“Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?” – 1 Corinthians 3:16
1 Thessalonians 5:16
“Rejoice always.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:16
Proverbs 17:22
“A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.” – Proverbs 17:22
Romans 12:12
“Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.” – Romans 12:12
Joshua 1:9
“Be strong and courageous..for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” – Joshua 1:9
Luke 6:31
“Just as you want others to do for you, do the same for them.” – Luke 6:31
Galatians 6:10
“So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.” – Galatians 6:10
Colossians 3:12
“Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience.” – Colossians 3:12
Psalm 56:3
“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” – Psalm 56:3
Hebrews 4:16
“Therefore let us approach the throne of grace with boldness, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us at the proper time..” – Hebrews 4:16
Romans 6:14
“For sin will not rule over you, because you are not under law but under grace.” – Romans 6:14
Revelation 4:11
“Our Lord and God, You are worthy to receive glory and honor and power, because You have created all things, and because of Your will they exist and were created..” -Psalm 138:8
Psalm 138:8
“The Lord will fulfill His purpose for me.” -Psalm 138:8
Proverbs 18:21
“The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” – Proverbs 18:21
Habakkuk 2:14
“For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea.” – Habakkuk 2:14
Colossians 4:6
“Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone..” – Colossians 4:6
2 Corinthians 7:10
“Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly sorrow brings death.” – 2 Corinthians 7:10
1 Timothy 2:5
“For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind,… the man Christ Jesus.” – 1 Timothy 2:5
Romans 8:18
“For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.” – Romans 8:18
Psalm 9:10
“And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O Lord, have not forsake those who seek you.” – Psalm 9:10
Psalm 116:17
“I said to myself, ‘Relax and rest. God has showered you with blessings.'” – Psalm 116:17
Matthew 6:24
“Therefore don’t worry about tomorrow, because tomorrow will worry about itself.” – Matthew 6:24
Luke 18:27
“What is impossible for mortals is possible for God.” – Luke 18:27
Isaiah 54:17
“No weapon forged against me shall remain.” – Isaiah 54:17
Isaiah 43:2
“When you go through deep waters, I will be with you.” – Isaiah 43:2
Psalm 19:1
“The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands.” – Psalm 19:1
Luke 6:38
“Give and it will be given to you.” – Luke 6:38
Ephesians 6:2
“Honor your mother and father.” – Ephesians 6:2
Colossians 3:13
“Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” – Colossians 3:13
2 Corinthians 12:9
“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” – 2 Corinthians 12:9
Psalm 56:3
“Whenever I am afraid, I will trust in you.” – Psalm 56:3
Psalm 51:10
“Create in me a clean heart, O God and renew a right spirit within me.” – Psalm 51:10
Psalm 120:1
“In my distress I called to the Lord and He answered me.” – Psalm 120:1
Proverbs 23:18
“Surely there is a future, and your hope will not be cut off.” – Proverbs 23:18
“True prayer is a way of life, not just for use in cases of emergency.” – Billy Graham
“True prayer is a way of life, not just for use in cases of emergency.” – Billy Graham
Isaiah 40:29
“He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless.” – Isaiah 40:29
Philippians 4:19
“And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of His glory in Christ Jesus.'” – Philippians 4:19
John 12:13
“They took palm branches and went out to meet him, shouting ‘Hosanna!’ ‘Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!'” – John 12:13
Isaiah 25:8
“He will swallow up death in victory.” – Isaiah 25:8
Hosea 6:3
“As surely as the sun rises he will appear;” – Hosea 6:3
1 Thessalonians 5:11
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up…” – 1 Thessalonians 5:11
Exodus 33:14
“My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” – Exodus 33:14
1 Corinthians 16:13
“Be on guard, stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong.” – 1 Corinthians 16:13
3 John 1:2
“Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you.” – 3 John 1:2
1 John 4:18
“There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear.” – 1 John 4:18
2 Timothy 4:7
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” – 2 Timothy 4:7
Psalm 86:5
“For you, O Lord, are good and forgiving, abounding in steadfast love to all who call upon you.” – Psalm 86:5
Zechariah 10:1
“Ask the Lord for rain in the springtime; it is the Lord who sends the thunderstorms. He gives showers of rain to all people, and plants of the field to everyone.” – Zechariah 10:1
Psalm 119:50
“My comfort in my suffering is this: Your promise preserves my life.” – Psalm 119:50
Proverbs 18:10
“The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” – Proverbs 18:10
Proverbs 10:12
“Hatred stirs up conflict, but love covers over all wrongs.” – Proverbs 10:12
Philippians 4:8
“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable–if anything is excellent or praiseworthy–think about such things.” – Philippians 4:8
Numbers 23:19
“God is not human, that he should lie, not a human being, that he should change his mind. Does he speak and then not act? Does he promise and not fulfill?” – Numbers 23:19
John 1:4
“In Him was life and that life was the light of all mankind.” – John 1:4
Haggai 1:5
“Now this is what the Lord Almighty says: ‘Give careful thought to your ways.'” – Haggai 1:5
Habakkuk 3:19
“The Sovereign Lord is my strength; he makes my feet like the feet of a deer, he enables me to tread on the heights.” – Habakkuk 3:19
Ezekiel 36:26
“I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.” – Ezekiel 36:26
Exodus 34:6
“And he passed in front of Moses, proclaiming,’ The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness.'” – Exodus 34:6
2 Samuel 22:29
“You, Lord, are my lamp; the Lord turns my darkness into light.” – 2 Samuel 22:29
2 Samuel 7:22
“How great you are, sovereign Lord! There is no one like you, and there is no God but you, as we have heard with our own ears.” – 2 Samuel 7:22
2 Peter 3:9
“The Lord is not slow to fulfill his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance.” – 2 Peter 3:9
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
“Blessed be the God and father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble.” – 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
2 Chronicles 7:14
“If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” – 2 Chronicles 7:14
1 Samuel 16:7
“The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” – 1 Samuel 16:7
Psalm 143:8
“Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go for to you I entrust my life.” – Psalm 143:8
Proverbs 3:3-4
“Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man.” – Proverbs 3:3-4
John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.” – John 14:27
Micah 7:7
“But as for me, I watch in hope for the Lord, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me.” – Micah 7:7
Luke 6:35
“But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back.” – Luke 6:35
1 Corinthians 16:14
“Do everything in love.” – 1 Corinthians 16:14
Luke 10:27
“He answered, ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’; and, ‘love your neighbor as yourself.'” – Luke 10:27
John 14:23
“Jesus replied, ‘Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them.'” – John 14:23
Jeremiah 9:24
“‘I am the Lord, who exercises kindness, justice and righteousness on earth, for in these I delight,’ declares the Lord.” – Jeremiah 9:24
Hebrews 10:23
“Let us hold on to the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful.” – Hebrews 10:23
Luke 6:35
“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” – Luke 6:35
Galatians 5:13
“For you were called to be free, brothers; only don’t use this freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but serve one another through love.” – Galatians 5:13
1 John 4:19
“We love because He first loved us.” – 1 John 4:19
Exodus 15:2
“The Lord is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation; this is my God, and I will praise Him, my father’s God, and I will exalt him.” – Exodus 15:2
Deuteronomy 20:4
“For the Lord your God is He who goes with you to fight for you against your enemies, to give you the victory.” – Deuteronomy 20:4
Matthew 19:14
“Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.'” – Matthew 19:14
2 Corinthians 4:17
“For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.” – 2 Corinthians 4:17
1 Timothy 6:11
“But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness.” – 1 Timothy 6:11
1 Peter 3:8
“Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.” – 1 Peter 3:8
Psalm 20:4
“May he give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed.” – Psalm 20:4
Psalm 63:1
“You, God, are my God, earnestly I seek you; I thirst for you, my whole being longs for you, in a dry and parched land where there is no water.” – Psalm 63:1
Philippians 4:12-13
“I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.” – Philippians 4:12-13
Romans 8:38-39
“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” – Romans 8:38-39
Matthew 17:20
“Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.” – Matthew 17:20
Matthew 6:26
“Look at the birds of the sky: they don’t sow or reap or gather into barns, yet your heavenly father feeds them. Aren’t you worth more than they?” – Matthew 6:26
1 Samuel 18:14
“In everything he did he had great success, because the Lord was with him.” – 1 Samuel 18:14
Lamentations 3:22-23
“Because of the Lord’s faithful love we do not perish, for His mercies never end. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness!” – Lamentations 3:22-23
Hebrews 13:8
“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever.” – Hebrews 13:8
Jeremiah 29:11
“‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future.'” – Jeremiah 29:11
Galatians 2:20
“I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. And the life that I now live in my body, I live by faith, indeed, by the faithfulness of God’s son, who loved me and gave himself for me.” – Galatians 2:20
Deuteronomy 23:5
“But he turned the curse into a blessing for you because the Lord your God loves you.” – Deuteronomy 23:5
Colossians 3:17
“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.” – Colossians 3:17
Numbers 6:24
“The Lord bless you and keep you.” – Numbers 6:24
Genesis 1:1
“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” – Genesis 1:1
1 Peter 5:7
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” – 1 Peter 5:7
1 Corinthians 15:57
“But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” – 1 Corinthians 15:57
1 Corinthians 15:58
“Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.” – 1 Corinthians 15:58
Romans 12:10
“Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.” – Romans 12:10
Isaiah 41:13
“For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, do not fear; I will help you.” – Isaiah 41:13
Revelation 21:4
“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” – Revelation 21:4
Psalm 4:8
“In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.” – Psalm 4:8
Psalm 121:1-2
“I lift my eyes unto the hills where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth.” – Psalm 121:1-2
Romans 5:5
“And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.” – Romans 5:5
Matthew 2:10
“When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy.” – Matthew 2:10
Luke 2:11
“Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.” – Luke 2:11
Jude 1:2
“May mercy, peace and love be multiplied to you.” – Jude 1:2
Jeremiah 17:7
“But blessed is the one who trust in the Lord, whose confidence is in Him.” – Jeremiah 17:7
Isaiah 1:18
“Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be white as snow.” – Isaiah 1:18
Psalm 103:11
“For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his steadfast love toward those who fear him.” – Psalm 103:11
Psalm 119:28
“My soul is weary with sorrow; strengthen me according to your word.” – Psalm 119:28
Habakkuk 3:18
“Yet I will rejoice in the Lord; I will take joy in the God of my salvation.” – Habakkuk 3:18
2 Corinthians 13:11
“Aim for restoration, comfort one another, agree with one another, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you.” – 2 Corinthians 13:11
2 Corinthians 9:15
“Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!” – 2 Corinthians 9:15
1 Peter 1:8-9
“Though you do not see him, you believe in him and rejoice with joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory, obtaining the outcome of your faith, the salvation of your soul.” – 1 Peter 1:8-9
Ecclesiastes 3:11
“He has made everything beautiful in its time.” – Ecclesiastes 3:11
Colossians 4:2
“Keep on praying and guard your prayers with thanksgiving.” – Colossians 4:2
Matthew 11:28
“Come to me all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28
Matthew 28:18
“Then Jesus came to them and said, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.'” – Matthew 28:18
Romans 8:31
“What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?” – Romans 8:31
Psalm 139:14
“I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” – Psalm 139:14
Psalm 84:6
“When they walk through the Valley of Weeping, it will become a place of refreshing springs. The autumn rains will clothe it with blessings.” – Psalm 84:6
Matthew 5:9
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” – Matthew 5:9
Luke 1:37
“For nothing will be impossible with God.” – Luke 1:37
Hebrews 10:24
“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works” – Hebrews 10:24
John 15:12
“This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you.” – John 15:12
James 4:10
“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you.” – James 4:10
Isaiah 12:5
“Praise the Lord in song, for He has done glorious things; let this be known throughout the earth.” – Isaiah 12:5
Psalm 133:1
“How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” – Psalm 133:1
Hebrews 13:15
“So let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise through him, which is the fruit from our lips that confess his name.” – Hebrews 13:15
John 13:34-35
“A new command I give you: love one another. As I have loved you, so must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” – John 13:34-35
1 Chronicles 16:34
“Oh give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; his steadfast love endures forever!” – 1 Chronicles 16:34
2 Peter 3:9
“The Lord is not slow to fulfill his promises as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.” – 2 Peter 3:9
Romans 15:13
“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe…” – Romans 15:13
1 Peter 1:8
“Though you have not seen Him, you love Him.” – 1 Peter 1:8
Psalm 103:8
“The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.” – Psalm 103:8
Psalm 147:3
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” – Psalm 147:3
Proverbs 3:6
“In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make straight your paths.” – Proverbs 3:6
Proverbs 22:11
“He who loves purity of heart, and whose speech is gracious will have the king as this friend.” – Proverbs 22:11
Proverbs 16:3
“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.” – Proverbs 16:3
Proverbs 17:17
“A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.” – Proverbs 17:17
Proverbs 22:6
“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” – Proverbs 22:6
Lamentations 3:22
“Because of the Lord’s faithful love we do not perish, for his mercies never end.” – Lamentations 3:22
John 16:33
“You will have suffering in this world. Be courageous! I have conquered the world.” – John 16:33
James 4:7
“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” – James 4:7
Micah 6:8
“And what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” – Micah 6:8
1 John 3:18
“Let us not love in word or speech, but in action and in truth.” – 1 John 3:18
1 Chronicles 16:11
“Seek the Lord and His strength; seek His face always.” – 1 Chronicles 16:11
Psalm 34:5
“Those who look to Him for help will be radiant with joy…” – Psalm 34:5
Deuteronomy 31:8
“The Lord is the one who will go before you, he will be with you; he will not leave you or abandon you. Do not be afraid or discouraged.” – Deuteronomy 31:8
Romans 12:19
“Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, ‘Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.'” – Romans 12:19
John 1:16
“And from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace.” – John 1:16
2 Thessalonians 3:3
“But the Lord is faithful; He will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one.” – 2 Thessalonians 3:3
1 Timothy 4:12
“Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young.” – 1 Timothy 4:12
1 Timothy 2:5
“For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus.” – 1 Timothy 2:5
Zephaniah 3:17
“The Lord your God is with you, the mighty warrior who saves.” – Zephaniah 3:17
Galatians 6:2
“Carry one another’s burdens; in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” – Galatians 6:2
2 Corinthians 5:17
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” – 2 Corinthians 5:17
Psalm 96:12-13
“Then shall all the trees of the forest sing for joy before the Lord, for he comes.'” – Psalm 96:12-13
Proverbs 23:17-18
“…always fear the Lord. For then you will have a future, and your hope will not be dashed.'” – Proverbs 23:17-18
Nahum 1:7
“The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble.” – Nahum 1:7
John 15:11
“I have told you these things so that my joy may be in you and your joy may be complete.” – John 15:11
Galatians 6:9
“Let us not get tired of doing good.” – Galatians 6:9
Galatians 5:1
“For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery.” – Galatians 5:1
Psalm 94:18
“If I say, ‘My foot is slipping,’ your faithful love will support me, Lord.” – Psalm 94:18
Luke 12:32
“Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom.” – Luke 12:32
Luke 6:31
“Just as you want others do for you, do the same for them.” – Luke 6:31
Psalm 56:3
“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” – Psalm 56:3
1 Thessalonians 5:16
“Rejoice always.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:16
Psalm 144:15
“Happy are the people whose God is the Lord.” – Psalm 144:15
Proverbs 17:22
“A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.” – Proverbs 17:22
Romans 12:12
“Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.” – Romans 12:12
Psalm 91:5
“You will not fear the terror of the night, the arrow that flies by day…” – Psalm 91:5
Psalm 145:5
“I will meditate on the glorious splendor of your majesty, and on your wondrous works.” – Psalm 145:5
Psalm 16:8
“Because he is at my right hand, I will not be shaken.” – Psalm 16:8
James 1:3
“Because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.” -James 1:3
Isaiah 41:10
“I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” – Isaiah 41:10
Romans 15:32
“By God’s will, I may come to you with joy and be refreshed together with you.” – Romans 15:32
Ephesians 4:32
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving one another, just as God also forgave you in Christ.” – Ephesians 4:32
Joshua 1:9
“Be strong and courageous;…for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” – Joshua 1:9
Galatians 6:10
“So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.” – Galatians 6:10
Proverbs 11:25
“A generous person will be enriched, and the one who gives a drink of water will receive water.” – Proverbs 11:25
Colossians 3:12
“Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience.” – Colossians 3:12