About my hopes and dreams?
“Then you will take delight in the Lord, and he will answer your prayers.” —Psalms 37:4
“You open your hand, and fill every living thing with the food they desire…He satisfies the desire of his loyal followers; he hears their cry for help and delivers them.” —Psalms 145:16,19
“The appetite of the sluggard craves but gets nothing, but the desire of the diligent will be abundantly satisfied.” —Proverbs 13:4
(Psalms 103:2,5; 119:116; Romans 8:5; Ephesians 4:22; 1 Timothy 6:9; 2 Timothy 2:22; 1 Peter 1:14)
About my opportunities and pursuits?
“Then Jesus said to him, “‘If you are able?’ All things are possible for the one who believes.” —Mark 9:23
“I am able to do all things through the one who strengthens me. ” —Philippians 4:13
“So do not throw away your confidence, because it has great reward. For you need endurance in order to do God’s will and so receive what is promised.” —Hebrews 10:35-36
(Deuteronomy 31:6; Philippians 1:6; 1 Timothy 6:17)
About my troubles and adversity?
“The Lord is good – indeed, he is a fortress in time of distress, and he protects those who seek refuge in him.” —Nahum 1:7
“I will be happy and rejoice in your faithfulness, because you notice my pain and you are aware of how distressed I am.” —Psalms 31:7
“And we know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose,.”—Romans 8:28
(Psalms 43:5; 138:7; Romans 8:35-37; 2 Corinthians 1:3-4; 1 Peter 4:12-13)
About my doubts and fears?
“Do not let your hearts be distressed. You believe in God; believe also in me.” —John 14:1
“ By casting all your cares on him because he cares for you.” —1 Peter 5:7
“Do not be afraid of sudden disaster, or when destruction overtakes the wicked; for the Lord will be the source of your confidence, and he will guard your foot from being caught in a trap.” —Proverbs 3:25-26
“Don’t be afraid, for I am with you! Don’t be frightened, for I am your God! I strengthen you – yes, I help you – yes, I uphold you with my saving right hand!” —Isaiah 41:10
(Isaiah 54:14; Matthew 6:25-34; Hebrews 13:6)
