"For thou, Lord, hast made me glad through thy work: I will triumph in the works of thy hands" (Psalm 92:4).

"All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness" (II Timothy 3:16).

"O satisfy us early with thy mercy; that we may rejoice and be glad all our days" (Psalm 90:14).

"For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise" (Hebrews 10:36).