“Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” Psalm 37:4 (ESV)

"That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God." 1 Corinthians 2:5

“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 (ESV)

“My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous.” 1 John 2:1 (ESV)