Isaiah 41:13

For I the Lord your God keep hold of your right hand; (I am the Lord), who says to you “Do not fear, I will help you.”

God promises to be there for us! We have to believe in God and His word. Do not fear or drawback when the enemy puts false images in our minds. But, caste those imaginations down and be of a strong mind. God has our right hand, and He is our strength and guide. 

John 14:1

Do not let your hearts be troubled (afraid, cowardly). Believe (confidently) in God and trust in Him, (have faith, hold on to it, rely on it, keep going and) believe also in Me.

Fear starts with a thought that we don’t immediately cast down. Whether the thoughts are about money, sadness, hurt, rejection, or health, they all start with a fiery dart from the enemy. God says we don’t have to be troubled but cast down that fear. Jesus overcame the world and gave us the power to do the same. 

Psalm 119:96

I have seen that all (human) perfection has its limits (no matter how grand and perfect and noble); your commandment is exceedingly broad and extends without limits (into eternity).

Maybe it isn’t until we are saved that we realize how imperfect we are and how God is perfect. No matter how hard we try for perfection, man will always be flawed without Jesus. But God opened the door and came into our hearts, opening the door to wisdom and perfection. 

Psalm 119:81

My soul languishes and grows weak for Your salvation; I wait for Your word. My eyes fail (with watching) for (the fulfillment of) your promise, saying, “When will You comfort me?”

When we have put our trust and faith in the Lord, we know the answer is ours. With expectation, we wait, knowing that God has sent His word and fulfilled the word. Our solution and comfort will come from the Lord, who has heard our cry for salvation.  

Psalm 119:33

Teach me, O Lord the way of Your statutes, and I will (steadfastly) observe it to the end. Give me understanding (a teachable heart and ability to learn), that I may keep your law; and observe it with all my heart. 

With God, there will always be more to learn. We will never come to a complete understanding of all that God can do. When we keep an open heart to God and remain teachable, we will leave an open the door to learning. A willing heart is all that it requires and our time. 

Ephesians 4:22-23

That, regarding your previous way of life, you put off your old self (completely discard your former nature), which is being corrupted through deceitful desires, and be continually renewed in the spirit and your mind (have a fresh, untarnished mental and spiritual attitude.)

Sometimes it feels like we have ups and downs in our relationship with God. When our old self will come out of nowhere, and we regret our actions. However, with God, we can be made new at any moment. We are all a work in progress and growth in learning with God. Don’t give up and keep going and seeking the word for the answers. 

Romans 12:2

And do not be conformed to this world (any longer with its superficial values and customs), but be transformed and progressively changed (as you mature spiritually) by the renewing of your mind (focusing on godly values and ethical attitudes), so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect. 

The mind won’t stay renewed without time spent in the word. Our goal should be stability and a strong foundation based on our knowledge of Jesus. The world is a constantly changing opinion and not necessarily in a Godly direction. We need God’s help, strength, and comfort to lead us daily. 

1 Corinthians 4:5

So do not go on passing judgment before the appointed time, but wait until the Lord comes, for He will both bring to light things that are hidden in darkness and disclose the motives of the hearts. Then each one’s praises will come from God.

It is hard to understand the real motives behind an action without seeing what is happening in the heart. We don’t know by looking at a book’s cover what the words are written inside. We also don’t know what a person has experienced in this life to get them to this point. Until we understand that story, our judgment will be incomplete. 

1 Corinthians 13:4

Love endures with patience and serenity, love is kind and thoughtful, and is not jealous or envious; love does not brag and is not proud or arrogant.

Love is a decision more than a feeling; our attitudes change when we decide to walk in love. Feelings come and go, but the decision to love has more endurance. Love is kind and does not get jealous because love provides confidence because of the love of Jesus inside us.

Psalm 37:11

But the humble will (at last) inherit the land and will delight themselves in abundant prosperity and peace. 

When we are humble before others and God, it makes it easier for God to raise us. Our inheritance with God depends solely on us and our choices. When we are humble, we are more teachable, and God can work through us.