"For ye suffer fools gladly, seeing ye yourselves are wise."

"Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure."

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard …"

"I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus."

"Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints."