JC Wheeler

1. James 1:2-4 (NIV):

   "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything."

2. 1 Peter 1:6-7 (NIV):

   "In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith—of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed."

3. Hebrews 11:1 (NIV):

   "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see."

4. 2 Corinthians 4:17-18 (NIV):

   "For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal."

5. Romans 5:3-5 (NIV):

   "Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us."

1. Romans 2:14-15 (NIV):

   "Indeed, when Gentiles, who do not have the law, do by nature things required by the law, they are a law for themselves, even though they do not have the law. They show that the requirements of the law are written on their hearts, their consciences also bearing witness, and their thoughts sometimes accusing them and at other times even defending them."

2. 1 Timothy 1:5 (NIV):

   "The goal of this command is love, which comes from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith."

3. Hebrews 13:18 (NIV):

   "Pray for us. We are sure that we have a clear conscience and desire to live honorably in every way."

4. 1 Peter 3:16 (NIV):

   "keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander."

5. Acts 24:16 (NIV):

   "So I strive always to keep my conscience clear before God and man."

6. 2 Corinthians 1:12 (NIV):

   "Now this is our boast: Our conscience testifies that we have conducted ourselves in the world, and especially in our relations with you, with integrity and godly sincerity. We have done so, relying not on worldly wisdom but on God’s grace."

1. Lamentations 3:22-23 (ESV)

   The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.

2. Psalm 118:24 (ESV)

   This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.

3. 2 Corinthians 5:17 (ESV)

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

4. Isaiah 43:18-19 (ESV)

   Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.

1. Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV):

   "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."

2. Psalm 37:3 (NIV):

   "Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture."

3. Isaiah 26:3-4 (NIV):

   "You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord himself, is the Rock eternal."

4. Jeremiah 17:7-8 (NIV):

   "But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit."

5. Psalm 56:3-4 (NIV):

   "When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?"

6. Isaiah 41:10 (NIV):

   "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

7. Nahum 1:7 (NIV):

   "The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him."

8. Psalm 91:2 (NIV):

   "I will say of the Lord, 'He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'"

9. 2 Samuel 22:31 (NIV):

   "As for God, his way is perfect: The Lord’s word is flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him."

10. Hebrews 13:5-6 (NIV):

    "Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, 'Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.' So we say with confidence, 'The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?'"

1. Numbers 6:24-26 (NIV): "The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace."

2. Ephesians 1:3 (NIV): "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ."

3. Deuteronomy 28:2 (NIV): "All these blessings will come on you and accompany you if you obey the Lord your God."

4. Proverbs 10:22 (NIV): "The blessing of the Lord brings wealth, without painful toil for it."

5. Matthew 5:3-11 (NIV) (The Beatitudes): "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me."

6. Psalm 1:1-3 (NIV): "Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, but whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night. That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither—whatever they do prospers."

7. James 1:12 (NIV): "Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him."

1. 2 Peter 3:14 (NIV): "So then, dear friends, since you are looking forward to this, make every effort to be found spotless, blameless and at peace with him."

2. Jude 1:24 (NIV): "To him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before his glorious presence without fault and with great joy.

3. Romans 8:1-2 (NIV): "Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death."

4. Romans 8:31-34 (NIV): "What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies. Who then is the one who condemns? No one. Christ Jesus who died—more than that, who was raised to life—is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us."

5. John 3:16-17 (NIV): "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him."

1. Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV): "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."

2. Psalm 56:3-4 (NIV): "When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise— in God I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?"

3. Isaiah 41:10 (NIV): "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

4. Jeremiah 17:7-8 (NIV): "But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit."

5. Psalm 118:8-9 (NIV): "It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in humans. It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in princes."

6. Proverbs 16:3 (NIV): "Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans."

7. Psalm 37:5 (NIV): "Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this."

8. Psalm 91:1-2 (NIV): "Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, 'He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'"

9. Psalm 62:8 (NIV): "Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge."

10. Romans 8:28 (NIV): "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."

Having faith in God means having a deep trust, belief, and reliance on God's existence, goodness, faithfulness, and power. It involves placing confidence in God's character, promises, and divine guidance. Faith in God goes beyond mere intellectual acceptance and involves a personal and profound relationship with God.

Having faith in God entails trusting that God is present, loving, and involved in our lives. It is the assurance that God is in control, even when circumstances seem uncertain or challenging. It involves believing that God's plans and purposes are ultimately for our good.

Faith in God involves relying on Him in all aspects of life. It means surrendering our own desires and plans to God's will and seeking His guidance in decision-making. It acknowledges that we are dependent on God's strength, wisdom, and provision rather than relying solely on our own abilities.

1. Hebrews 11:1: "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see."

2. Matthew 17:20: "Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there,' and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you."

3. Mark 11:24: "Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours."

4. Romans 10:17: "So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ."

5. Ephesians 2:8-9: "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast."

6. James 1:6: "But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind."

7. 2 Corinthians 5:7: "For we live by faith, not by sight."

8. Galatians 2:20: "I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me."

9. 1 Peter 1:8-9: "Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your souls."

God's healing power can be seen in the restoration of physical health and well-being. God has the ability to intervene supernaturally or work through medical professionals and treatments to bring about healing. 

God's healing is not limited to physical ailments but also extends to emotional and mental well-being. God can bring comfort, peace, and healing to those who are struggling with emotional pain, trauma, anxiety, depression, or any other form of psychological distress.

God's healing also encompasses spiritual restoration and reconciliation with God. By seeking God and seeking His forgiveness, individuals can experience a renewed relationship with Him. Spiritual healing involves finding forgiveness for past mistakes  and sins, experiencing inner peace, and growing in spiritual maturity through the knowledge of Jesus Christ.

1. Psalm 103:2-3: "Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits, who forgives all your iniquity, who heals all your diseases."

2. Exodus 15:26: "If you will diligently listen to the voice of the Lord your God, and do that which is right in his eyes, and give ear to his commandments and keep all his statutes, I will put none of the diseases on you that I put on the Egyptians, for I am the Lord, your healer."

3. James 5:14-15: "Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven."

4. Isaiah 53:4-5: "Surely he took up our pain and bore our suffering, yet we considered him punished by God, stricken by him, and afflicted. But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds, we are healed."

5. Jeremiah 30:17: "For I will restore health to you, and your wounds I will heal, declares the Lord."

6. Matthew 4:23: "And he went throughout all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom and healing every disease and every affliction among the people."

Choose words that are Christ like, gentle and considerate. Avoid harsh, critical, or demeaning language. Treat others with respect and speak to them in a way that acknowledges their worth and dignity.

Truly listen to others when they speak, giving them your full attention. This shows that you value their thoughts and opinions. Avoid interrupting or dismissing their ideas. Instead, seek to understand and empathize with their perspective.

If you need to provide feedback or address a concern, do so in a constructive manner. Focus on the behavior or issue at hand rather than attacking the person's character. Offer suggestions for improvement and encourage growth.

Express gratitude and appreciation for the people around you. Acknowledge their contributions and efforts. Genuine words of thanks and praise can uplift others and strengthen relationships.

When conflicts arise, approach them with a willingness to listen, understand, and find a resolution through prayerful open and respectful dialogue. Avoid resorting to harsh words, insults, or personal attacks. Strive for peaceful and constructive communication.

Refrain from engaging in gossip, spreading rumors, or speaking negatively about your Christian brothers and sisters. Instead, focus on building a positive and supportive atmosphere. Encourage others to do the same by setting an example with your own words.

1. Proverbs 15:1 (NIV): "A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger."

2. Ephesians 4:29 (NIV): "Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen."

3. James 1:19 (NIV): "My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry."

4. Proverbs 16:24 (NIV): "Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones."

5. Colossians 4:6 (NIV): "Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone."

6. Proverbs 18:21 (NIV): "The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit."

7. Matthew 12:36-37 (NIV): "But I tell you that everyone will have to give account on the day of judgment for every empty word they have spoken. For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words, you will be condemned."