1. GALATIANS 4v4-6 (NLT) But when the right time came, God sent his Son, born of a woman, subject to the law. 5 God sent him to buy freedom for us who were slaves to the law, so that he could adopt us as his very own children. 6 And because we are his children, God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, prompting us to call out, “Abba, Father.”

2. Hebrews 10v25 (AMP) ‘not forsaking our meeting together [as believers for worship and instruction], as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another; and all the more [faithfully] as you see the day [of Christ’s return] approaching.’

3. Ephesians 5v25 Husbands ‘love your wives, just as Christ loved the church. He gave up his life for her…’

4. Proverbs 3v12 (AMP) For those whom the Lord loves He corrects, Even as a father corrects the son in whom he delights.

5. Proverbs 28v19 Hard work brings prosperity; playing around brings poverty.

6. James 1v8 A double minded man is unstable in all his ways.

7. Provider - Philippians 4v19 ‘my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.’

8. Guide – Psalm 23:1-3 (NLT) The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. 2 He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. 3 He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honour to his name.

9. Proverbs 12v28 (ESV) In the path of righteousness is life, and in its pathway there is no death.

10. Protector - Psalm 23:4-6 Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me. 5 You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honour me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings. 6 Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.

11. Faithful - 1 Corinthians 1v8-9 (NLT) He will keep you strong to the end so that you will be free from all blame on the day when our Lord Jesus Christ returns. 9 God will do this, for he is faithful to do what he says, and he has invited you into partnership with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

12. Deuteronomy 7v9 (ESV) ‘Understand, therefore, that the Lord your God is indeed God. He is the faithful God who keeps his covenant for a thousand generations and lavishes his unfailing love on those who love him and obey his commands.’

13. Loving – 1 John 4v8b ‘God is love’

15. Affirming - Zephaniah 3v17 (AMP) The Lord your God is in your midst, A Warrior who saves. He will rejoice over you with joy; He will be quiet in His love [making no mention of your past sins], He will rejoice over you with shouts of joy.

16. (NLT) For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a Mighty Saviour. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.”

17. PSALM 68v5-6 (NLT) Father to the fatherless, defender of widows— this is God, whose dwelling is holy. 6 God places the lonely in families; he sets the prisoners free and gives them joy.