Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”

“The Lord is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love. The Lord is good to all; he has compassion on all he has made.”

“But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.”

You, dear children, are from God and have overcome, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.

“But the Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the evil one. May the Lord direct your hearts to the love of God and to the steadfastness of Christ.”