Stand firm in God's word

[NLT] Whenever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the lord 

Colossians 3:23

[NLT] Don't copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let god transform you into a new person by changing the way you think

[NIV] Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.

Romans 12:2a

[NLT] I press on toward the goal the prize of the upward call of god in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 3:14

[NIV] He died for us so that, whether we are awake or asleep, we may live together with him. Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.

1 Thessalonians 4:10-11