Zephaniah 3:17 (NRSV) — 17 The Lord, your God, is in your midst, 

a warrior who gives victory; 

he will rejoice over you with gladness, 

he will renew you in his love; 

he will exult over you with loud singing

Ephesians 6:18 (NLT) — 18 Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. 

Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.

Ephesians 6:18 (The Message) — 18 ... prayer is essential in this ongoing warfare. 

Pray hard and long. Pray for your brothers and sisters. 

Keep your eyes open. 

Keep each other’s spirits up so that no one falls behind or drops out.

3 John 2 (NLT) — 2 Dear friend, I hope all is well with you 

and that you are as healthy in body 

as you are strong in spirit.

Amen!