But the natural man does not receive the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; nor can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned. 1 Corinthians 2:14, NKJV
Promises
do not fear bad news
They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the Lord to care for them. Psalm 112:7, NLT
David quickly ran out to meet him
As Goliath moved closer to attack, David quickly ran out to meet him. 1 Samuel 17:48, NLT
the Scripture says
But we are not like those who turn away from God to their own destruction. We are the faithful ones, whose souls will be saved. Hebrews 10:39, NLT
therefore
Therefore do not cast away your confidence, which has great reward. For you have need of endurance, so that after you have done the will of God, you may receive the promise: Hebrews 10:35-36, NKJV
knowing
…but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Romans 5:3-4, NKJV