"From whom do the kings of the earth collect duty and taxes—from their own sons or from others?" - Matthew 17:25.
As a child of God, you are entitled to benefits that those who don't know Him cannot access or understand.
"Why, my soul, are you downcast?" - Psalm 42:5.
How you think and talk to yourself have an impact on your well-being.
"Why then do you accuse me of blasphemy because I said, 'I am God's Son'?" - John 10:36.
Jesus was persecuted for doing good and told His disciples to expect the same treatment.
"Do you not know that your bodies are members of Christ himself?" - 1 Corinthians 6:15.
Paul was clear that every aspect of your being belongs to God: body, soul, and spirit.
"Why, as though you still belonged to it [the world], do you submit to its rules?" - Colossians 2:20.
When you come to Christ, all the rules for life and behavior change, and sometimes your old nature doesn't cooperate with the transition.
"How long will you people turn my glory into shame?" - Psalm 4:2.
God wants you to accomplish things with and in His name.
"Do you not know that the saints will judge the world?" - 1 Corinthians 6:2.
There's more to "the end" than the Lord's return, for His saints will then assume the role of judges of a corrupt, godless world system.
"Then Jesus said to them, “Why is it said that the Messiah is the son of David? David himself declares in the Book of Psalms: “‘The Lord said to my Lord: “Sit at my right hand until I make your enemies a footstool for your feet.”’ David calls him ‘Lord.’ How then can he be his son?” - Luke 20:41-44.
The best method to seek wisdom and insight is to ask good questions - and to keep on asking until you get answers.
"For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common?" - 2 Corinthians 6:14.
Be careful whenever you enter into a partnership with someone who doesn't share your Christian values.