"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."

"Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial, for when they have stood the test, they will receive the crown of life, which the Lord has promised to those who love him."

"And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love."

"Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another"

"The "God of hope" fills believers with "all joy and peace in believing," so they may "overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."

"For by grace you have been saved through faith; and this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God."

"Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love."

"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid."

"Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith."

"If you love me, keep my commands."