“Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us.” Hebrews 12:1, English Standard Version

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” 2 Corinthians 5:17, English Standard Version

“Then He said to them, ‘But who do you say that I am?’ And Peter answered, ‘The Christ of God.’” Luke 9:20, English Standard Version

“If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” 2 Chronicles 7:14 (English Standard Version)

“What good is it, my brothers, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can that faith save him?” James 2:14 (English Standard Version)

“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But …” Matthew 5:43-44 (English Standard Version)

“But now thus says the Lord, He Who created you, O Jacob, He Who formed you, O Israel: ‘Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.’” Isaiah 43:1 (English Standard Version)

“Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 (English Standard Version)

“Therefore let anyone who thinks that he stands take heed lest he fall.” 1 Corinthians 10:12 (English Standard Version)