The Psalmist was thankful for affliction, for it taught him to keep God’s precepts. Psalm 119:67-68, 119: 71-72 and 119:75-76.

Christ love for us must compel us to love and serve Him. 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 and John 14:23-24.

The Lord warns His people not to listen to false prophets who say that He will not punish unrepentant sinners. Jeremiah 23:16-20 and Ezekiel 13:10-12.

The Lord warns His people not to become proud when he blesses them with prosperity. Deuteronomy 8:6-18, Jeremiah 9:23-24 and 1 Timothy 6:17-18.

Believers who have died are absent from the body, but at home with the Lord in heaven. 2 Corinthians 5:1-8.