"And a voice from heaven said, ‘This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased.’” -Matthew 3:17

"On entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother; and the knelt down and paid him homage" - Matthew 2:11a

“When Joseph awoke from sleep, he did as the angel of the Lord commanded him; he took Mary as his wife.” - Matthew 1:24

“For as soon as I heard the sound of your greeting, the child in my womb leaped for joy.” - Luke 1:44

“‘Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.’” (Matthew 3:2)

“Keep awake therefore, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming.” - Matthew 24:42

“But as it is, they desire a better country, that is, a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God; indeed, he has prepared a city for them.” - Hebrews 11:16

Jacob said, ‘No, please; if I find favor with you, then accept my present from my hand; for truly to see your face is like seeing the face of God -since you have received me with such favor.’” - Genesis 33:10

“The elder brother said, ‘But when this son of yours comes back, who has devoured your property with prostitutes, you kill the fatted calf for him.’” - Luke 15:30

"But while he was still far off, his father saw him, and was filled with compassion; he ran and put his arms around him and kissed him." - Luke 15:20B