Look for God in His Word. You will find Him there always.
Read: Nehemiah 8:3
He faced the square just inside the Water Gate from early morning until noon and read aloud to everyone who could understand. All the people listened closely to the Book of the Law.
Hear the Word of God and do it.
Read: James 1:22
But don’t just listen to God’s word. You must do what it says. Otherwise, you are only fooling yourselves.
Do all you do with a pure heart.
Read: 1 Peter 2:17
Show respect for all people [treat them honorably], love the brotherhood [of believers], fear God, honor the king.
The wisdom of God will always lead you to peace.
Read: James 3:16-17
But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality and without hypocrisy.
God has wisdom for everything!
Read: Proverbs 2:6
For the Lord gives wisdom;
from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.
We all miss the mark sometimes. When you do, pray.
Read: Psalm 19:12
But who can discern their own errors?
Forgive my hidden faults.
If you know him don’t run around in circles, seek Him.
Read: Psalm 9:10
Those who know your name trust in you,
for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.
Help a friend in private.
Read: Matthew 18:15
If your brother or sister sins go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over.
When facing tests and trials in life, run to God.
Read: Psalm 23:4
Even though I walk
through the darkest valley,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
Spend time with God and he will show you what to do.
Read: Psalm 62:5
Yes, my soul, find rest in God;
my hope comes from him.