‘…the joy of the Lord is your strength’ Nehemiah 8.10

Now we see but a poor reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known. 1 Corinthians 13.12

‘Surely this is our God; we trusted in him, and he saved us. This is the Lord, we trusted in him; let us rejoice and be glad in his salvation.’ Isaiah 25.9

‘Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe…’ Hebrews 12.28

‘Do I take any pleasure in the death of the wicked? Declares the Sovereign Lord. Rather, am I not pleased when they turn from their ways and live?’ Ezekiel 18.23

‘So the last will be first, and the first will be last.’ Matthew 20.16

‘This is how my heavenly Father will treat each of you unless you forgive your brother or sister from your heart.’ Matthew 18.35

Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another. Romans 13.8

Honour one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal. Romans 12.9-11a

The eyes of all look to you, and you give them their food at the proper time. You open your hand and satisfy the desires of every living thing. Psalm 145.15-16