Matthew 5:3-4
"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for to them belongs the Kingdom of the Heavens.
Matthew 6:16-18
"When any of you fast, never assume gloomy looks as the hypocrites do; for they disfigure their faces in order that it may be evident to men that they are fasting. I solemnly tell you that they already have their reward.
Romans 2:4
Or is it that you think slightingly of His infinite goodness, forbearance and patience, unaware that the goodness of God is gently drawing you to repentance?
Romans 5:20-21
Now Law was brought in later on, so that transgression might increase. But where sin increased, grace has overflowed;
Ephesians 2:4
But God, being rich in mercy, because of the intense love which He bestowed on us,
1 Timothy 4:8
Train yourself in godliness. Exercise for the body is not useless, but godliness is useful in every respect, possessing, as it does, the promise of Life now and of the Life which is soon coming.
James 1:19-20
You know this, my dearly-loved brethren. But let every one be quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to be angry.