"But now is made manifest, and by the scriptures of the prophets, according to the commandment of the everlasting God, made known to all nations for the obedience of faith" (Romans 16:26).

"And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband.

"And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience" (Romans 5:3).

"Let the heaven and earth praise Him, the seas, and every thing that moveth therein" (Psalm 69:34).

"Pray for us: for we trust we have a good conscience, in all things willing to live honestly" (Hebrews 13:18).