Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.

A voice cries: “In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God.

The Lord bless you and keep you.

So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.

I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart; I will recount all of your wonderful deeds.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

Blessed are those who keep his testimonies, who seek him with their whole heart.

And he said to them, “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name!

A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.