Successful & Fruitful
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Preparing for a Successful and Fruitful Life

Proverbs 3:5-6: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."

Jeremiah 29:11: "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

Philippians 4:13: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

Proverbs 16:3: "Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans."

Psalm 37:4: "Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart."

God's View of a Fruitful Life

John 15:5: "I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing."

Galatians 5:22-23: "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control."

Matthew 7:17: "Likewise, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit."

Colossians 1:10: "So that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God."

Psalm 1:3: "That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither—whatever they do prospers."

Avoiding Life Pitfalls and Dangers

Proverbs 4:23: "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it."

1 Corinthians 10:13: "No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it."

Ephesians 6:11: "Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes."

James 4:7: "Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you."

Proverbs 1:10: "My son, if sinful men entice you, do not give in to them."

General Wisdom for Youth

Ecclesiastes 12:1: "Remember your Creator in the days of your youth, before the days of trouble come and the years approach when you will say, 'I find no pleasure in them.'"

1 Timothy 4:12: "Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity."

Proverbs 22:6: "Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it."

Psalm 119:9: "How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word."

Proverbs 3:1-2: "My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity."

Encouragement and Hope

Isaiah 40:31: "But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint."

Romans 8:28: "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."

Joshua 1:9: "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."

Psalm 23:4: "Even though I walk through the valley of shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me."

Philippians 4:6-7: "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

Seeking Wisdom and Guidance

James 1:5: "If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you."

Proverbs 2:6: "For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding."

Psalm 32:8: "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you."

Proverbs 3:7: "Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and shun evil."

Isaiah 30:21: "Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, 'This is the way; walk in it.'"