God’s blessing and favor rest on those who obey Him; obedience is the way to joy and peace. Psalm 1, Psalm 19:7-14 and 119:1-8.

Be patient and bear with one another. Proverbs 15:18, 20:3, 26:21 and 1 Corinthians 13:4.

God works in us through his Word to bring us to spiritual maturity, to sanctify us. John 17:17, Colossians 3:16 and Psalm 119:105.

Not all affliction is for specific sins. God often sends affliction to purify and strengthen our faith, for His glory. 1 Peter 1:6-7 and John 9:1-3.

Love your enemies and and those who persecute you. Remember it’s Gods love that enables us. Matthew 5:43-48 and Romans 12:20-21.