“But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect.” 1 Peter 3:15 (English Standard Version)
“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me.” John 14:1 (English Standard Version)
“Oh, that My people would listen to Me, that Israel would walk in My ways!” Psalm 81:13 (English Standard Version)
“Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger.” James 1:19 (English Standard Version)
“Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, and whoever is led astray by it is not wise.” Proverbs 20:1 (English Standard Version)
“Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the heart.” Proverbs 21:2 (English Standard Version)
“But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep.” 1 Corinthians 15:20 (English Standard Version)
“But My righteous one shall live by faith, and if he shrinks back, my soul has no pleasure in him.” Hebrews 10:38 (English Standard Version)
“For many are called, but few are chosen.” Matthew 22:14 (English Standard Version)
“For false christs and false prophets will arise and perform great signs and wonders, so as to lead astray, if possible, even the elect.” Matthew 24:24 (English Standard Version)