“In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps.”

Proverbs 16:9 New International Version

“You, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times.”

Micah 5:2 New International Version

“Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.”

James 1:12 New International Version

“Instead of their shame my people will receive a double portion, and instead of disgrace they will rejoice in their inheritance; and so they will inherit a double portion in their land, and everlasting joy will be theirs.”

Isaiah 61:7 New International Version

“Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”

Psalm 90:12 New International Version

If anyone says, “I love God,” yet hates his brother, he is a liar.  For anyone who does not love his brother, whom he has seen, cannot love God, whom he has not seen.

1 John 4:20 New International Version

“The tongue that brings healing is a tree of life, but a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit.”

Proverbs 15:4 New International Version

“The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.  Those who know your name will trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.”

Psalm 9:9-10 New International Version

“Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.  For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

Matthew 11:29-30 New International Version

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”

Matthew 11:28 New International Version