But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you. – (Isiah 43: 1-2)
We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. – (2 Corinthians 10:5)
Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me. Cast me not away from Your presence; take not Your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of Your salvation and sustain me with a willing spirit. Then I will teach transgressors Your ways, and sinners will return to You. – (Psalm 51:10-19)
Why did you despise the word of the Lord by doing what is evil in his eyes? (2 Samuel 12:9)
“David’s greatest failures came when he was at ease and not fulfilling his responsibilities. We must always be vigilant, ready to fight against temptation and to fulfill our calling.” – (Charles Stanley)