“I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men.” (1 Timothy 2:1)

“My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.” (John 10:27)

“Whence then cometh wisdom? and where is the place of understanding?” (Job 28:20)

“Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.” (Romans 15:13)