‘“Then the word of THE LORD came to me. HE said, “Can I not do with you, Israel, as this potter does?” declares THE LORD. “Like clay in the hand of the potter, so are you in MY HAND, Israel.” Jeremiah 18:5-6

““Better a patient person than a warrior, one with self-control than one who takes a city.” Proverbs 16:32

‘“If you love those who love you, what reward will you get? Are not even the tax collectors doing that? And if you greet only your own people, what are you doing more than others? Do not even pagans do that? Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly FATHER is perfect.” Matthew 5:46-48

‘“When JESUS spoke again to the people, HE said, ‘I AM the light of the world. Whoever follows ME will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.’” John 8:12

““Those who trust in their riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf.” Proverbs 11:28

“Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor.” Proverbs 21:21

“Blessed is the one who trusts in The LORD, who does not look to the proud, to those who turn aside to false gods.” Psalm 40:4

“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” Proverbs 15:1

“Therefore, as GOD'S chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Colossians 3:12

“Therefore, brothers and sisters, we have an obligation—but it is not to the flesh, to live according to it. For if you live according to the flesh, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the misdeeds of the body, you will live. For those who are led by the Spirit of GOD are the children of GOD.” Romans 8:12-14

“It is not fitting for a fool to live in luxury— how much worse for a slave to rule over princes!” Proverbs 19:10

“Praise be to THE GOD and FATHER of our LORD JESUS CHRIST, THE FATHER of compassion and THE GOD of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from GOD.” 2 Corinthians 1:3-4