Matthew 20:22-23

20:22 Jesus answered, “You don’t know what you are asking! Are you able to drink the cup I am about to drink?” They said to him, “We are able.” 20:23 He told them, “You will drink my cup, but to sit at my right and at my left is not mine to give. Rather, it is for those for whom it has been prepared by my Father.”

Proverbs 28:14

28:14 Blessed is the one who is always cautious,

but whoever hardens his heart will fall into evil.

Proverbs 29:23

29:23 A person’s pride will bring him low,

but one who has a lowly spirit will gain honor.

Romans 11:20

11:20 Granted! They were broken off because of their unbelief, but you stand by faith. Do not be arrogant, but fear!

Romans 11:1

Israel’s Rejection not Complete nor Final

11:1 So I ask, God has not rejected his people, has he? Absolutely not! For I too am an Israelite, a descendant of Abraham, from the tribe of Benjamin.

Colossians 1:12

1:12 giving thanks to the Father who has qualified you to share in the saints’ inheritance in the light.

Philippians 2:12

Lights in the World

2:12 So then, my dear friends, just as you have always obeyed, not only in my presence but even more in my absence, continue working out your salvation with awe and reverence,

Philippians 2:1

Christian Unity and Christ’s Humility

2:1 Therefore, if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort provided by love, any fellowship in the Spirit, any affection or mercy,

Philippians 1:17

1:17 The former proclaim Christ from selfish ambition, not sincerely, because they think they can cause trouble for me in my imprisonment.