“He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination.” (Proverbs 28:9)

“...even every one that is called by my name: for I have created him for my glory, I have formed him; yea, I have made him.” (Isaiah 43:7)

“Wherefore we labour, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him.” (2 Corinthians 5:9)

“It is good for me that I have been afflicted; that I might learn thy statutes.” (Psalm 119:71)