This is a constantly growing collection of some of my favorite scripture passages; many of these are on handwritten notes by my desk as reminders of the principles which should be guiding whatever I am doing. Multiple different translations are used and I have made no effort to identify a specific translation with a specific quote. The words of Christ are in red.
Matthew
And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall save his people from their sins. (1:21)
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. (5:8)
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. (5:9)
Let your light so shine before men that they may see your good works and give glory to your father who is in heaven. (Latin: Sic lucent lux vestra coram hominubus) (5:16)
But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despite-fully use you and persecute you. (5:44)
For if you forgive men when they sin against you, Your Heavenly Father will also forgive you. (6:14)
Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink, or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds in the sky; they do not sow or reap, they gather nothing into barns, yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not more important than they? Can any of you by worrying add a single moment to your life-span? Why are you anxious about clothes? Learn from the way the wild flowers grow. They do not work or spin, but I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was clothed like one of them. If God so clothes the grass of the field, which grows today and is thrown into the oven tomorrow, will he then not much more provide for you, O you of little faith? So do not worry and say, "What are we to eat?' or "What are we to drink?" or "what are we to wear?." All these things the pagans seek. Your Heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things will be given you besides. Do not worry about tomorrow,; tomorrow till take care of itself. ( 6:25-34).
But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things shall
be yours as well. (6:37)
For with the judgement you pronounce you will be judged, and the measure you give will be the measure you get. (7:3)
Ask and it will be given to you; seek and your will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. (7:7)
"Come to Me all who labor and are heavy laden and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for yourselves. For my yoke is easy, and my burden light." (11:28-30)
"Just so, the Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve and to give his life as
a ransom for many." (20:28)
Jesus said unto him, "Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and greatest commandment." (22:37-8)
His master said to him "Well done, my good and faithful servant. Since you were faithful in small matters, I will give you great responsibilities. Come, share your master's joy." (25:23)
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. (5:9)
Let your light so shine before men that they may see your good works and give glory to your father who is in heaven. (Latin: Sic lucent lux vestra coram hominubus) (5:16)
But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despite-fully use you and persecute you. (5:44)
For if you forgive men when they sin against you, Your Heavenly Father will also forgive you. (6:14)
Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink, or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds in the sky; they do not sow or reap, they gather nothing into barns, yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not more important than they? Can any of you by worrying add a single moment to your life-span? Why are you anxious about clothes? Learn from the way the wild flowers grow. They do not work or spin, but I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was clothed like one of them. If God so clothes the grass of the field, which grows today and is thrown into the oven tomorrow, will he then not much more provide for you, O you of little faith? So do not worry and say, "What are we to eat?' or "What are we to drink?" or "what are we to wear?." All these things the pagans seek. Your Heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things will be given you besides. Do not worry about tomorrow,; tomorrow till take care of itself. ( 6:25-34).
But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things shall
be yours as well. (6:37)
For with the judgement you pronounce you will be judged, and the measure you give will be the measure you get. (7:3)
Ask and it will be given to you; seek and your will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. (7:7)
"Come to Me all who labor and are heavy laden and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for yourselves. For my yoke is easy, and my burden light." (11:28-30)
"Just so, the Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve and to give his life as
a ransom for many." (20:28)
Jesus said unto him, "Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and greatest commandment." (22:37-8)
His master said to him "Well done, my good and faithful servant. Since you were faithful in small matters, I will give you great responsibilities. Come, share your master's joy." (25:23)
Mark
...Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me. For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake and the sake of the gospel will save it. What profit is there for one to gain the whole world and forfeit his life? What could one give in exchange for his life? Whoever is ashamed of me and my words in this faithless and sinful generation, the Son of Man will be ashamed of when he comes in his Father's glory with the holy angels. (8:34-38)
But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father who is in heaven forgive your transgressions. (11:26)
Luke
Be merciful. Judge not, and you shall not be judged. Condemn not, and you shall not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. (6:37)
Which of you wishing to construct a tower does not first sit down and calculate the cost to see if there is enough for its completion? (14:28)
John
For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but rather to save the world through Him (3:17)
Jesus answered and said to her, "Everyone who drinks of this water will thirst again, but whoever drinks of the water that I will give him shall never thirst; but the water that I will give him will become in him a well of water springing up to eternal life." (4:13)
You are truly My disciple if you remain faithful to My teachings.
And you will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free. (8:31-2)
Jesus told her "I am the resurrection and the life; whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?" (11:25-26)
I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me. (14:6)
Peace I leave with you: my Peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. (14:27)
Jesus said to his disciples: "A the Father loves me, so I also love you. Remain in my love. If you keep my commandments, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father's commandments and remain in his love." (15: 9-11)
Acts
We must go through many hardships to enter the Kingdom of God. (14:22)
Romans
...Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me. For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake and the sake of the gospel will save it. What profit is there for one to gain the whole world and forfeit his life? What could one give in exchange for his life? Whoever is ashamed of me and my words in this faithless and sinful generation, the Son of Man will be ashamed of when he comes in his Father's glory with the holy angels. (8:34-38)
But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father who is in heaven forgive your transgressions. (11:26)
Luke
Be merciful. Judge not, and you shall not be judged. Condemn not, and you shall not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. (6:37)
Which of you wishing to construct a tower does not first sit down and calculate the cost to see if there is enough for its completion? (14:28)
John
For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but rather to save the world through Him (3:17)
Jesus answered and said to her, "Everyone who drinks of this water will thirst again, but whoever drinks of the water that I will give him shall never thirst; but the water that I will give him will become in him a well of water springing up to eternal life." (4:13)
You are truly My disciple if you remain faithful to My teachings.
And you will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free. (8:31-2)
Jesus told her "I am the resurrection and the life; whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?" (11:25-26)
I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me. (14:6)
Peace I leave with you: my Peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. (14:27)
Jesus said to his disciples: "A the Father loves me, so I also love you. Remain in my love. If you keep my commandments, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father's commandments and remain in his love." (15: 9-11)
Acts
We must go through many hardships to enter the Kingdom of God. (14:22)
Romans
But God demonstrated his love for us, in, that while we were still sinners, at the proper time, Christ died for us. Therefore, having been justified now y his blood, all the more so shall we be saved from wrath through Him.....For though by the offense of one, many died, yet much more so, by the grace of one man, Jesus Christ, has the grace and gift of God abounded to many. (5:8-9,12)
So letting your sinful nature control your minds leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to life and peace. For the sinful nature is always hostile to God. It never did obey God's laws, and it never will. That's why those who are still under the control of their sinful nature can never please God. But you are not controlled by your sinful nature. You are controlled by the Spirit if you have the Spirit of God living in you. (and remember that those who don not have the Spirit of Christ living in them do not belong to him at all.) And Christ lives within you, so even though your body will die because of sin, the Spirit gives you life because you have been made right with God. The Spirit of God, who raised Jesus from the dead, live in you. And just as God raised Christ Jesus from the dead, he will give life to your mortal bodies by this same Spirit living within you. (8:6-11)
We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose. (8:28)
In view of all this, what can we say? If God is for us, who can be against us? (8:31)
I Corinthians
God is faithful, and He will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation He will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it. (10:13)
So letting your sinful nature control your minds leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to life and peace. For the sinful nature is always hostile to God. It never did obey God's laws, and it never will. That's why those who are still under the control of their sinful nature can never please God. But you are not controlled by your sinful nature. You are controlled by the Spirit if you have the Spirit of God living in you. (and remember that those who don not have the Spirit of Christ living in them do not belong to him at all.) And Christ lives within you, so even though your body will die because of sin, the Spirit gives you life because you have been made right with God. The Spirit of God, who raised Jesus from the dead, live in you. And just as God raised Christ Jesus from the dead, he will give life to your mortal bodies by this same Spirit living within you. (8:6-11)
We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose. (8:28)
In view of all this, what can we say? If God is for us, who can be against us? (8:31)
For I am sure that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things yet come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth nor anything else in creations will be able to separate us from the Love of God in Jesus Christ our Lord. (8:38-39)
Because if you confess with your lips that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead you will be saved. For man believes with his heart and is so justified and he confesses with his lips and is so saved. (10:9-10).
That if you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved. (10:9-10)
Then let us no longer judge one another, but rather resolve never to put a stumbling block or hindrance in the way of a brother.(14:13)
Therefore, accept one another, just as Christ also accepted us to the glory of God. (15:7)
Because if you confess with your lips that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead you will be saved. For man believes with his heart and is so justified and he confesses with his lips and is so saved. (10:9-10).
That if you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved. (10:9-10)
Then let us no longer judge one another, but rather resolve never to put a stumbling block or hindrance in the way of a brother.(14:13)
Therefore, accept one another, just as Christ also accepted us to the glory of God. (15:7)
I Corinthians
God is faithful, and He will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation He will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it. (10:13)
Love is patient; love is kind; love is not envious or boastful or arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice in wrongdoing, but rejoices in truth. It bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. (13:4-7)
Be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless. (15:58)
Be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless. (15:58)
Therefore my beloved brothers, be firm, steadfast, always fully devoted to the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain. (15:58)
Be on your guard, stand firm in the faith and be courageous, be strong.
Your every act should be done with love (16:13-4)
II Corinthians
You show that you are a letter from Christ, the result of our ministry, written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God, not on tablets of stone, but on tablets of human hearts. (3:3)
As we look not to see what is seen but to what is unseen; for what is seen is transitory,
but what is unseen is eternal (4:18)
For we walk by Faith, not sight. (5:7)
Be on your guard, stand firm in the faith and be courageous, be strong.
Your every act should be done with love (16:13-4)
You show that you are a letter from Christ, the result of our ministry, written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God, not on tablets of stone, but on tablets of human hearts. (3:3)
As we look not to see what is seen but to what is unseen; for what is seen is transitory,
but what is unseen is eternal (4:18)
For we walk by Faith, not sight. (5:7)
He indeed died for all, so that those who live might no longer live for themselves
but for him who for their sake died and was raised. (5:15)
Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: Old things are passed away; behold all things become new. (5:17)
Knowing his heart render to everyone according to his conduct, for You alone know the hearts of men. (6:30)
but for him who for their sake died and was raised. (5:15)
Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: Old things are passed away; behold all things become new. (5:17)
Knowing his heart render to everyone according to his conduct, for You alone know the hearts of men. (6:30)
The point is this: He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who
sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. (9:6)
We compel every human thought to surrender to obedience to Christ. (10:56)
sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. (9:6)
We compel every human thought to surrender to obedience to Christ. (10:56)
My Grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. (12:8)
Galatians
Galatians
I have been crucified with Christ, it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me; and the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me. (2:20)
For if anyone thinks he is something when he is nothing, he is deluding himself. Each one mus examine his own work, and then he will have reason to boast with regard to himself alone, and not with regard to someone else; for each will bear his own load. (6:3)
Ephesians
May the eyes of your heart be illuminated, so that you many know what is the hope of HIs calling, and teh wealth of the glory of His inheritance with the saints. (1:18)
Get rid of all bitterness, rage, and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice.
Be kind to one another, compassionate, forgiving one another as God has forgiven you in Christ. (4:31-2)
Watch carefully then how you live, not as foolish persons, but as wise, making the most of the opportunity, because the days are evil. (5:15-6)
Therefore, do not continue in ignorance, but try to understand what is the will of the Lord. (5:17)
Husbands, love your wives, evan as Christ also loved the church and gave himself for it;
That he might sanctivy and cleans it with the washing of water by the word. (5:25-6)
For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. (6:12)
Philippians
I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead. (3:13)
But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we also await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. (3:20)
Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with Thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. The the Peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. (4:6-7)
Finally brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. (4:8)
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. (4:13)
Colossians
See to it that no one captivates you with an empty, seductive philosophy, according
to the elemental power s of the world and not according to Christ. (2:8)
As God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion , kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. (3:12)
Forgive as quickly and completely as the Master forgave you (3:13)
Whatever you do, work at it with all of your heart, as working for the Lord,
not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Jesus you are serving. (3:23-4)
Whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus,
giving thanks to God the Father through him (13:17)
I Thessalonians
As you know, we treated each one of you as a father treats his children, exhorting and
encouraging you and insisting that you conduct yourselves as worthy of the God
who calls you into his kingdom and glory. (2:11-12)
Aspire to live a tranquil life, to mind your own affairs, and to work with your own hands as we instructed you, that you may conduct yourselves properly toward outsiders and not depend on anyone. (4:11-12)
Rejoice evermore. Pray without ceasing. In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. (5:16-18)
II Thessalonians
But the Lord is to be trusted; He will fortify you and protect you from the evil one. (3:3)
I Timothy
Tell the rich in the present age not to be proud and not to rely on so uncertain a thing as wealth but rather on God, who richly provides us with all things for our enjoyment. (6:17)
II Timothy
If we have died with him, we shall also live with him;
If we persevere, we shall also reign with him.
But if we deny him, he will deny us;
If we are unfaithful, he remains unfaithful, for he cannot deny himself. (2:11-13)
Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the Word of Truth. (2:15)
All scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. (3:16-7)
Titus
In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech, that cannot be condemned, so that those who oppose you may be ashamed because they have nothing bad to say about us. (2:7-8)
Philemon
Grace to you and peace fro God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ (3)
Hebrews
Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. (4:16)
Faith is the realization of what is hoped for and evidence of things not seen. (11:1)
Let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trip us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. (12:1)
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today, yes and forever (13:8)
Whatever you do, in word or deed, do not neglect to do good and to share what you have;
God is pleased by sacrifices of that kind. (13:16)
Now may the God of Peace who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the Great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant equip you with everything good that you may do his hill, working in you that which is pleasing in his sight through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen (13:20-1)
James
Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires. (1:19)
For just as the body without the spirit is dead, so also faith without works is dead. (2:16)
Mercy triumphs over judgement (2:13)
Do you want to be counted wise? Here's what you do: Live well, live wisely, live humbly. It's the way you live, not the way you talk that counts. (3:13)
Submit yourselves therefor to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. (4:7)
So for one who know the right thing to do and does not do it, it is a sin. (4:17)
I Peter
Be sober and vigilant. Your opponent the devil is prowling around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, steadfast in faith, knowing that your fellow believers throughout the world undergo the same sufferings. The God of all grace who called you to his eternal glory through Christ Jesus will himself restore , confirm, strengthen, and establish you after you have suffered a little. To him be dominion forever, Amen. (5:8-22)
II Peter
His divine power has bestowed on us everything that makes for life and devotion, through the knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and power.
I John
But do not trust any and every spirit, my friends;
test the spirits to see whether they are from God. (4:2)
He is faithful and just, and will forgive us our sins. (1:9)
II John
And this is love, that we walk according to His commandments. This is the commandment, just as you have heard from the beginning that you should walk in it. (6)
III John
My dear friend, do not imitate bad examples, but good ones.
The well-doer is a child of God; the evil doer has never seen God. (11)
Jude
On those who waver, have mercy
save others by snatching them out of the fire;
on others have mercy with fear, abhorring even the outer garment stained by the flesh.
To the one who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you unblemished and exultant, in the presence of his glory, to the only God, our Savior through Jesus Christ our Lord be glory, majesty, power, and authority from ages past, now, and for ages to come. Amen (22-25)
Revelation
Then I, John, saw a new heaven and a new earth. The former heaven and the former earth had passed away and the sea was no more. I also saw the holy city, a new Jerusalem, coming down out of the heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. I heard a loud voice from the thrones saying, "Behold, God's dwelling is with the human race. He will dwell with them and they will be his people and God himself will always be with them as their God. He will wipe every tear from their eyes and there shall be no more death or mourning, wailing or pain, for the old order has passed way. The One who sat on the throne said, "Behold, I make all things new." (2:1-5a)
So then, because you are lukewarm and neither cold nor hot, I will spew you out of my mouth. (3:16)
Worthy are you, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and praise, for
You created all things and by Your will they existed. (4:11)
In addition to my personal selections, sources for quotes include daily reading sites and In a Hurry to be Holy (Westbow Press, 2013) authored by my friend and colleague, Dr. Jack Eades. I highly recommend purchasing and frequent reading of this book which features a verse and short devotional for each book of the Bible and some of Jack's wonderful personal photographs. Also I have extensively used 199 Favorite Bible Verses for Leaders (Christian Arts Press, 2008)
Get rid of all bitterness, rage, and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice.
Be kind to one another, compassionate, forgiving one another as God has forgiven you in Christ. (4:31-2)
Watch carefully then how you live, not as foolish persons, but as wise, making the most of the opportunity, because the days are evil. (5:15-6)
Therefore, do not continue in ignorance, but try to understand what is the will of the Lord. (5:17)
Husbands, love your wives, evan as Christ also loved the church and gave himself for it;
That he might sanctivy and cleans it with the washing of water by the word. (5:25-6)
For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. (6:12)
Philippians
I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead. (3:13)
But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we also await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. (3:20)
Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with Thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. The the Peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. (4:6-7)
Finally brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. (4:8)
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. (4:13)
Colossians
See to it that no one captivates you with an empty, seductive philosophy, according
to the elemental power s of the world and not according to Christ. (2:8)
As God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion , kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. (3:12)
Forgive as quickly and completely as the Master forgave you (3:13)
Whatever you do, work at it with all of your heart, as working for the Lord,
not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Jesus you are serving. (3:23-4)
Whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus,
giving thanks to God the Father through him (13:17)
I Thessalonians
As you know, we treated each one of you as a father treats his children, exhorting and
encouraging you and insisting that you conduct yourselves as worthy of the God
who calls you into his kingdom and glory. (2:11-12)
Aspire to live a tranquil life, to mind your own affairs, and to work with your own hands as we instructed you, that you may conduct yourselves properly toward outsiders and not depend on anyone. (4:11-12)
Rejoice evermore. Pray without ceasing. In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. (5:16-18)
II Thessalonians
But the Lord is to be trusted; He will fortify you and protect you from the evil one. (3:3)
I Timothy
Tell the rich in the present age not to be proud and not to rely on so uncertain a thing as wealth but rather on God, who richly provides us with all things for our enjoyment. (6:17)
II Timothy
If we have died with him, we shall also live with him;
If we persevere, we shall also reign with him.
But if we deny him, he will deny us;
If we are unfaithful, he remains unfaithful, for he cannot deny himself. (2:11-13)
Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the Word of Truth. (2:15)
All scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. (3:16-7)
Titus
In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech, that cannot be condemned, so that those who oppose you may be ashamed because they have nothing bad to say about us. (2:7-8)
Philemon
Grace to you and peace fro God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ (3)
Hebrews
Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. (4:16)
Faith is the realization of what is hoped for and evidence of things not seen. (11:1)
Let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trip us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. (12:1)
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today, yes and forever (13:8)
Whatever you do, in word or deed, do not neglect to do good and to share what you have;
God is pleased by sacrifices of that kind. (13:16)
Now may the God of Peace who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the Great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant equip you with everything good that you may do his hill, working in you that which is pleasing in his sight through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen (13:20-1)
James
Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires. (1:19)
For just as the body without the spirit is dead, so also faith without works is dead. (2:16)
Mercy triumphs over judgement (2:13)
Do you want to be counted wise? Here's what you do: Live well, live wisely, live humbly. It's the way you live, not the way you talk that counts. (3:13)
Submit yourselves therefor to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. (4:7)
So for one who know the right thing to do and does not do it, it is a sin. (4:17)
I Peter
Be sober and vigilant. Your opponent the devil is prowling around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, steadfast in faith, knowing that your fellow believers throughout the world undergo the same sufferings. The God of all grace who called you to his eternal glory through Christ Jesus will himself restore , confirm, strengthen, and establish you after you have suffered a little. To him be dominion forever, Amen. (5:8-22)
II Peter
His divine power has bestowed on us everything that makes for life and devotion, through the knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and power.
I John
But do not trust any and every spirit, my friends;
test the spirits to see whether they are from God. (4:2)
He is faithful and just, and will forgive us our sins. (1:9)
II John
And this is love, that we walk according to His commandments. This is the commandment, just as you have heard from the beginning that you should walk in it. (6)
III John
My dear friend, do not imitate bad examples, but good ones.
The well-doer is a child of God; the evil doer has never seen God. (11)
Jude
On those who waver, have mercy
save others by snatching them out of the fire;
on others have mercy with fear, abhorring even the outer garment stained by the flesh.
To the one who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you unblemished and exultant, in the presence of his glory, to the only God, our Savior through Jesus Christ our Lord be glory, majesty, power, and authority from ages past, now, and for ages to come. Amen (22-25)
Revelation
Then I, John, saw a new heaven and a new earth. The former heaven and the former earth had passed away and the sea was no more. I also saw the holy city, a new Jerusalem, coming down out of the heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. I heard a loud voice from the thrones saying, "Behold, God's dwelling is with the human race. He will dwell with them and they will be his people and God himself will always be with them as their God. He will wipe every tear from their eyes and there shall be no more death or mourning, wailing or pain, for the old order has passed way. The One who sat on the throne said, "Behold, I make all things new." (2:1-5a)
So then, because you are lukewarm and neither cold nor hot, I will spew you out of my mouth. (3:16)
Worthy are you, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and praise, for
You created all things and by Your will they existed. (4:11)
Multiple Bibles have been used in this section, including The New American Catholic Study Bible, The Ignatius Catholic Study Bible, The Navarre Bible Series, New International Version, New King James Version, The American Patriot's Bible, The Message, and others not otherwise cited.
In addition to my personal selections, sources for quotes include daily reading sites and In a Hurry to be Holy (Westbow Press, 2013) authored by my friend and colleague, Dr. Jack Eades. I highly recommend purchasing and frequent reading of this book which features a verse and short devotional for each book of the Bible and some of Jack's wonderful personal photographs. Also I have extensively used 199 Favorite Bible Verses for Leaders (Christian Arts Press, 2008)
