"Brothers, be all the more diligent to confirm your calling and election. For if you practice these qualities, you will never fall.” (2 Peter 1:10‑11)

Psalm 132, "Jehovah has chosen Zion. He has desired it for His habitation. 'This is My resting place forever. Here I will dwell for I have desired it.’"

Psalm 122, "Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. May they be secure who love you. Peace be within your walls and security within your towers."

"The cup of blessing that we bless, is it not a participation or communion in the blood of Christ?” (1 Corinthians 10 16-17)

“At one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light.” (Ephesians 5:8)

John 16:13, "When the Spirit of truth comes.”

John 3:34,  "He gives the Spirit without measure.”

Psalm 132:9. "Let Your priests be clothed with righteousness, and let Your saints shout for joy.”

Joe was a dear brother that I have known and loved for over 50 years.

"You are clean because of the word that I have spoken to you.” (John 15:3)