For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love, and self-discipline. 2 Timothy 1:7 NIV

For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Hebrews 4:12 NIV

He must increase, but I must decrease. John 3:30 CSB

For the Lord, whose very name is Jealous, is a God who is jealous about his relationship with you. Exodus 34:14 (NLT)

In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust… Psalms 56:4

Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. Hebrews 11:1 NASB