“Yes, You are my rock and my fortress; For Your name’s sake You will lead me and guide me.  You will draw me out of the net that they have secretly laid for me, For You are my strength and my stronghold.”  Psalms 31:3-4 AMP

“Many are the sorrows of the wicked, But he who trusts in and relies on the LORD shall be surrounded with compassion and lovingkindness.” Psalms 32:10 AMP

“For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed, both springing from faith and leading to faith [disclosed in a way that awakens more faith]. As it is written and forever remains written, “T HE JUST and UPRIGHT SHALL LIVE BY FAITH.” Romans 1:17 AMP 

“For the word of God is living and active and full of power [making it operative, energizing, and effective]. It is sharper than any two-edged sword, penetrating as far as the division of the soul and spirit [the completeness of a person], and of both joints and marrow [the deepest parts of our nature], exposing and judging the very thoughts and intentions of the heart.” Hebrews 4:12 AMP

“So wait patiently, brothers and sisters, until the coming of the Lord. The farmer waits [expectantly] for the precious harvest from the land, being patient about it, until it receives the early and late rains. You too, be patient; strengthen your hearts [keep them energized and firmly committed to God], because the coming of the Lord is near.” James 5:7-8 AMP

“Do you not know and understand that you [the church] are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwells [permanently] in you [collectively and individually]?” 1 Corinthians 3:16 AMP

“Blessed [happy, prosperous ,to be admired] is the man who listens to me, Watching daily at my gates, Waiting at my doorposts. For whoever finds me (Wisdom) finds life And obtains favor and grace from the LORD.” Proverbs 8:34-35 AMP

“Thus says the LORD, “Cursed is the man who trusts in and relies on mankind, Making [weak, faulty human] flesh his strength, And whose mind and heart turn away from the LORD.” Jeremiah 17:5 AMP

“Working together with Him, we strongly urge you not to receive God’s grace in vain [by turning away from sound doctrine and His merciful kindness].” 2 Corinthians 6:1 AMP

“A man who wanders from the way of understanding (godly wisdom) Will remain in the assembly of the dead.” Proverbs 21:16 AMP