Genesis‬ ‭45‬:‭4-5, 8

So Joseph said to his brothers again, “Come here to me. I beg you, come here.” When the brothers went to him, he said to them, “I am your brother Joseph. I am the one you sold as a slave to Egypt. Now don’t be worried. Don’t be angry with yourselves for what you did. It was God’s plan for me to come here. I am here to save people’s lives.

It was not your fault that I was sent here. It was God’s plan. God made me like a father to Pharaoh. I am the governor over all his house and over all Egypt.” (‭Genesis‬ ‭45‬:‭4-5, 8‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭49‬:‭5-9, 15

Why should I be afraid when trouble comes? There is no need to fear when evil enemies surround me. They think their wealth will protect them. They brag about how rich they are. But no one has enough to buy back a life, and you cannot bribe God. You will never get enough money to pay for your own life. You will never have enough to buy the right to live forever and keep your body out of the grave.

But God will pay the price to save me from the grave. He will take me to be with him. Selah
 (‭Psalms‬ ‭49‬:‭5-9, 15‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭46‬:‭1-3, 5, 7, 10

God is our protection and source of strength. He is always ready to help us in times of trouble. So we are not afraid when the earth quakes and the mountains fall into the sea. We are not afraid when the seas become rough and dark and the mountains tremble. Selah

God is in that city, so it will never be destroyed. He is there to help even before sunrise.

The Lord All-Powerful is with us. The God of Jacob is our place of safety. Selah

God says, “Stop fighting and know that I am God! I am the one who defeats the nations; I am the one who controls the world.” (‭Psalms‬ ‭46‬:‭1-3, 5, 7, 10‬ ERV)

Matthew‬ ‭26‬:‭31, 33-34, 74-75

Jesus told the followers, “Tonight you will all lose your faith in me. The Scriptures say, ‘I will kill the shepherd, and the sheep will run away.’ Zechariah 13:7

Peter answered, “All the other followers may lose their faith in you. But my faith will never be shaken.” Jesus answered, “The truth is, tonight you will say you don’t know me. You will deny me three times before the rooster crows.”

Then Peter began to curse. He said, “I swear to God, I don’t know the man!” As soon as he said this, a rooster crowed. Then he remembered what Jesus had told him: “Before the rooster crows, you will say three times that you don’t know me.” Then Peter went outside and cried bitterly.
(‭Matthew‬ ‭26‬:‭31, 33-34, 74-75‬ ERV)

Matthew‬ ‭25‬:‭24-29

“Then the servant who got one bag of money came to the master. The servant said, ‘Master, I knew you were a very hard man. You harvest what you did not plant. You gather crops where you did not put any seed. So I was afraid. I went and hid your money in the ground. Here is the one bag of money you gave me.’ “The master answered, ‘You are a bad and lazy servant! You say you knew that I harvest what I did not plant and that I gather crops where I did not put any seed. So you should have put my money in the bank. Then, when I came home, I would get my money back. And I would also get the interest that my money earned.’ “So the master told his other servants, ‘Take the one bag of money from that servant and give it to the servant who has ten bags. Everyone who uses what they have will get more. They will have much more than they need. But people who do not use what they have will have everything taken away from them.’ (‭Matthew‬ ‭25‬:‭24-29‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭42‬:‭11‬

Why am I so sad? Why am I so upset? I tell myself, “Wait for God’s help! You will again be able to praise him, your God, the one who will save you.” (‭Psalms‬ ‭42‬:‭11‬ ERV)

Matthew‬ ‭24‬:‭5-10, 12-13

Many people will come and use my name. They will say, ‘I am the Messiah.’ And they will fool many people. You will hear about wars that are being fought. And you will hear stories about other wars beginning. But don’t be afraid. These things must happen before the end comes. Nations will fight against other nations. Kingdoms will fight against other kingdoms. There will be times when there is no food for people to eat. And there will be earthquakes in different places. These things are only the beginning of troubles, like the first pains of a woman giving birth. “Then you will be arrested and handed over to be punished and killed. People all over the world will hate you because you believe in me. During that time many believers will lose their faith. They will turn against each other and hate each other.

There will be so much more evil in the world that the love of most believers will grow cold. But the one who remains faithful to the end will be saved. (‭Matthew‬ ‭24‬:‭5-10, 12-13‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭40‬:‭3-4, 16

He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. Many will see what he did and worship him. They will put their trust in the Lord. Great blessings belong to those who trust in the Lord, for those who do not turn to demons and false gods for help.

But may those who come to you be happy and rejoice. May those who love being saved by you always be able to say, “Praise the Lord!” (‭Psalms‬ ‭40‬:‭3-4, 16‬ ERV)

Matthew‬ ‭21‬:‭18-22‬

Early the next morning, Jesus was going back to the city. He was very hungry. He saw a fig tree beside the road and went to get a fig from it. But there were no figs on the tree. There were only leaves. So Jesus said to the tree, “You will never again produce fruit!” The tree immediately dried up and died. When the followers saw this, they were very surprised. They asked, “How did the fig tree dry up and die so quickly?” Jesus answered, “The truth is, if you have faith and no doubts, you will be able to do the same as I did to this tree. And you will be able to do more. You will be able to say to this mountain, ‘Go, mountain, fall into the sea.’ And if you have faith, it will happen. If you believe, you will get anything you ask for in prayer.” (‭Matthew‬ ‭21‬:‭18-22‬ ERV)

Genesis‬ ‭31‬:‭5-7

He said to them, “I have noticed that your father is not as friendly with me as he used to be. But the God of my father has been with me. You both know that I have worked as hard as I could for your father. But he cheated me. He has changed my pay ten times. But during all this time, God protected me from all of Laban’s tricks. (‭Genesis‬ ‭31‬:‭5-7‬ ERV)

Matthew‬ ‭19‬:‭16-17, 20-26

A man came to Jesus and asked, “Teacher, what good thing must I do to have eternal life?” Jesus answered, “Why do you ask me about what is good? Only God is good. But if you want to have eternal life, obey the law’s commands.”

The young man said, “I have obeyed all these commands. What else do I need?” Jesus answered, “If you want to be perfect, then go and sell all that you own. Give the money to the poor, and you will have riches in heaven. Then come and follow me!” But when the young man heard Jesus tell him to give away his money, he was sad. He didn’t want to do this, because he was very rich. So he left. Then Jesus said to his followers, “The truth is, it will be very hard for a rich person to enter God’s kingdom. Yes, I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter God’s kingdom.” The followers were amazed to hear this. They asked, “Then who can be saved?” Jesus looked at them and said, “This is something that people cannot do. But God can do anything.” (‭Matthew‬ ‭19‬:‭16-17, 20-26‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭34‬:‭7-8, 10, 18-20

The Lord ’S angel builds a camp around his followers, and he protects them. Give the Lord a chance to show you how good he is. Great blessings belong to those who depend on him!

Even strong lions get weak and hungry, but those who go to the Lord for help will have every good thing.

The Lord is close to those who have suffered disappointment. He saves those who are discouraged. Good people might have many problems, but the Lord will take them all away. He will protect them completely. Not one of their bones will be broken. (‭Psalms‬ ‭34‬:‭7-8, 10, 18-20‬ ERV)

Matthew‬ ‭17‬:‭19-20‬

Then the followers came to Jesus alone. They said, “We tried to force the demon out of the boy, but we could not. Why were we not able to make the demon go out?” Jesus answered, “You were not able to make the demon go out, because your faith is too small. Believe me when I tell you, if your faith is only as big as a mustard seed you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. You will be able to do anything.” (‭Matthew‬ ‭17‬:‭19-20‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭31‬:‭7-8, 14-16, 19-20, 22-23

Your kindness makes me so happy. You have seen my suffering. You know about the troubles I have. You will not let my enemies take me. You will free me from their traps.

Lord, I trust in you. You are my God. My life is in your hands. Save me from those who are persecuting me. Please welcome and accept your servant. Be kind to me and save me.

Lord, you have hidden away many wonderful things for your followers. You have done so many good things for those who trust in you. You have blessed them so that all the world can see. Others make plans to hurt them. They say such bad things about them. But you hide your people in your shelter and protect them.

I was afraid and said, “I am in a place where he cannot see me.” But I prayed to you, and you heard my loud cries for help. Love the Lord, all of you who are his loyal followers. The Lord protects those who are loyal to him. But he punishes those who brag about their own power. He gives them all the punishment they deserve. (‭Psalms‬ ‭31‬:‭7-8, 14-16, 19-20, 22-23‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭31‬:‭1-5‬

Lord, I come to you for protection. Don’t let me be disappointed. You always do what is right, so save me. Listen to me. Come quickly and save me. Be my Rock, my place of safety. Be my fortress and protect me! Yes, you are my Rock and my protection. For the good of your name, lead me and guide me. Save me from the traps my enemy has set. You are my place of safety. Lord, you are the God we can trust. I put my life in your hands. Save me! (‭Psalms‬ ‭31‬:‭1-5‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭30‬:‭5, 7-8, 11-12‬

His anger lasts for a little while, but then his kindness brings life. The night may be filled with tears, but in the morning we can sing for joy!

Yes, Lord, while you were kind to me, I felt that nothing could defeat me. But when you turned away from me, I was filled with fear. So, Lord, I turned and prayed to you. I asked you, Lord, to show me mercy.

You have changed my sorrow into dancing. You have taken away my sackcloth and clothed me with joy. You wanted me to praise you and not be silent. Lord my God, I will praise you forever!
(‭Psalms‬ ‭30‬:‭5, 7-8, 11-12‬ ERV)

Matthew‬ ‭14‬:‭25-31

Between three and six o’clock in the morning, Jesus’ followers were still in the boat. Jesus came to them. He was walking on the water. When they saw him walking on the water, it scared them. “It’s a ghost!” they said, screaming in fear. But Jesus quickly spoke to them. He said, “Don’t worry! It’s me! Don’t be afraid.” Peter said, “Lord, if that is really you, tell me to come to you on the water.” Jesus said, “Come, Peter.” Then Peter left the boat and walked on the water to Jesus. But while Peter was walking on the water, he saw the wind and the waves. He was afraid and began sinking into the water. He shouted, “Lord, save me!” Then Jesus caught Peter with his hand. He said, “Your faith is small. Why did you doubt?” (‭Matthew‬ ‭14‬:‭25-31‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭23‬:‭1-6‬

The Lord is my shepherd. I will always have everything I need. He gives me green pastures to lie in. He leads me by calm pools of water. He restores my strength. He leads me on right paths to show that he is good. Even if I walk through a valley as dark as the grave, I will not be afraid of any danger, because you are with me. Your rod and staff comfort me. You prepared a meal for me in front of my enemies. You welcomed me as an honored guest. My cup is full and spilling over. Your goodness and mercy will be with me all my life, and I will live in the Lord ’S house a long, long time.
(‭Psalms‬ ‭23‬:‭1-6‬ ERV)

Matthew‬ ‭12‬:‭30-32‬

Whoever is not with me is against me. And anyone who does not work with me is working against me. “So I tell you, people can be forgiven for every sinful thing they do and for every bad thing they say against God. But anyone who speaks against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven. You can even speak against the Son of Man and be forgiven. But anyone who speaks against the Holy Spirit will never be forgiven—not now or in the future. (‭Matthew‬ ‭12‬:‭30-32‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭20‬:‭1-5‬

May the Lord answer you in times of trouble. May the God of Jacob protect you. May he send you help from his Holy Place. May he support you from Zion. May he remember all the gifts you have offered. May he accept all your sacrifices. Selah May he give you what you really want. May he make all your plans successful. We will celebrate when he helps you. We will praise the name of God. May the Lord give you everything you ask for. (‭Psalms‬ ‭20‬:‭1-5‬ ERV)

Genesis‬ ‭18‬:‭13-14‬

Then the Lord said to Abraham, “Sarah laughed and said she was too old to have a baby. But is anything too hard for the Lord? I will come again in the spring, just as I said I would, and your wife Sarah will have a son.” (‭Genesis‬ ‭18‬:‭13-14‬ ERV)

Genesis‬ ‭15‬:‭1-6‬

After all these things happened, the word of the Lord came to Abram in a vision. God said, “Abram, don’t be afraid. I will defend you and give you a great reward.” But Abram said, “Lord GOD, there is nothing you can give me that will make me happy, because I have no son. My slave Eliezer from Damascus will get everything I own after I die.” Abram said, “You have given me no son, so a slave born in my house will get everything I have.” Then the Lord spoke to Abram and said, “That slave will not be the one to get what you have. You will have a son who will get everything you own.” Then God led Abram outside and said, “Look at the sky. See the many stars. There are so many you cannot count them. Your family will be like that.” Abram believed the Lord, and because of this faith the Lord accepted him as one who has done what is right. (‭Genesis‬ ‭15‬:‭1-6‬ ERV)

Matthew‬ ‭9‬:‭18-20, 22-26‬

While Jesus was still talking, a leader of the synagogue came to him. The leader bowed down before him and said, “My daughter has just died. But if you will come and touch her with your hand, she will live again.” So Jesus and his followers went with the man. On the way, there was a woman who had been bleeding for twelve years. She came close behind Jesus and touched the bottom of his coat.
She was thinking, “If I can touch his coat, I will be healed.”
Jesus turned and saw the woman. He said, “Be happy, dear woman. You are made well because you believed.” Then the woman was healed. Jesus continued going with the Jewish leader and went into the leader’s house. He saw people there who make music for funerals. And he saw a crowd of people crying loudly. Jesus said, “Go away. The girl is not dead. She is only sleeping.” But the people laughed at him. After the people were put out of the house, Jesus went into the girl’s room. He held the girl’s hand, and the girl stood up. The news about this spread all around the area.
(‭Matthew‬ ‭9‬:‭18-26‬ ERV)

Matthew‬ ‭9‬:‭11-13

The Pharisees saw that Jesus was eating with these people. They asked his followers, “Why does your teacher eat with tax collectors and other sinners?” Jesus heard them say this. So he said to them, “It is the sick people who need a doctor, not those who are healthy. You need to go and learn what this Scripture means: ‘I don’t want animal sacrifices; I want you to show kindness to people.’ I did not come to invite good people. I came to invite sinners.” (‭Matthew‬ ‭9‬:‭11-13‬ ERV)

Psalm‬ ‭16‬:‭8‬

I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.
 (‭Psalm‬ ‭16‬:‭8‬ NIV)

Matthew‬ ‭7‬:‭24-25‬

“Whoever hears these teachings of mine and obeys them is like a wise man who built his house on rock. It rained hard, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat against that house. But it did not fall because it was built on rock. (‭Matthew‬ ‭7‬:‭24-25‬ ERV)

Matthew‬ ‭6‬:‭6-8‬

But when you pray, you should go into your room and close the door. Then pray to your Father. He is there in that private place. He can see what is done in private, and he will reward you. “And when you pray, don’t be like the people who don’t know God. They say the same things again and again. They think that if they say it enough, their god will hear them. Don’t be like them. Your Father knows what you need before you ask him. (‭Matthew‬ ‭6‬:‭6-8‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭7‬:‭10-13

God helps people who want to do right, so he will protect me. God is a good judge. He always condemns evil. If the wicked will not change, then God is ready to punish them. He has prepared his deadly weapons. His sword is sharp. His bow is strung, drawn back, and ready to shoot its flaming arrow. (‭Psalms‬ ‭7‬:‭10-13‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭3‬:‭1-6

Lord, I have so many enemies. So many people have turned against me. They say to themselves, “God will not rescue him!” Selah But you, Lord, protect me. You bring me honor; you give me hope. I will pray to the Lord, and he will answer me from his holy mountain. Selah I can lie down to rest and know that I will wake up, because the Lord covers and protects me. So I will not be afraid of my enemies, even if thousands of them surround me. (‭Psalms‬ ‭3‬:‭1-6‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭1‬:‭1-6‬

Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. But they delight in the law of the LORD, meditating on it day and night. They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do. But not the wicked! They are like worthless chaff, scattered by the wind. They will be condemned at the time of judgment. Sinners will have no place among the godly. For the LORD watches over the path of the godly, but the path of the wicked leads to destruction.
(‭Psalms‬ ‭1‬:‭1-6‬ NLT)

Philippians‬ ‭2‬:‭12-13‬

Therefore, my dear ones, as you have always obeyed [my suggestions], so now, not only [with the enthusiasm you would show] in my presence but much more because I am absent, work out (cultivate, carry out to the goal, and fully complete) your own salvation with reverence and awe and trembling (self-distrust, with serious caution, tenderness of conscience, watchfulness against temptation, timidly shrinking from whatever might offend God and discredit the name of Christ). [Not in your own strength] for it is God Who is all the while effectually at work in you [energizing and creating in you the power and desire], both to will and to work for His good pleasure and satisfaction and delight. (‭Philippians‬ ‭2‬:‭12-13‬ AMP)

Psalms‬ ‭55‬:‭22‬

Give your burdens to the LORD, and he will take care of you. He will not permit the godly to slip and fall. (‭Psalms‬ ‭55‬:‭22‬ NLT)