Jeremiah 33: 14-16

Jeremiah sees the day coming when a righteous descendant of David will establish the people in integrity by virtue of his own example.

 

1 Thessalonians 3: 12 – 4:2

Paul prays that the Thessalonians will continue to grow in love for each other and the whole human race as a result of the teaching he has given them.

 

Luke 21: 25-28. 34-36

Jesus tells his disciples that in the end times, as the world descends into chaos, they will be able to face it all with confidence, knowing that their liberation is close at hand.