1
Romans 15:13
“Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing.”
God is described here as the God of hope, not only the giver of hope.
2
Isaiah 40:31
“But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength.”
Waiting on God is not passive. It is a way of receiving strength.
3
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
“Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort.”
God is named here as the God of all comfort, not only some comfort.
4
Psalm 23:4
“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me.”
The promise is not that valleys disappear, but that God is present in them.
5
Matthew 5:4
“Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.”
Jesus speaks blessing over those who mourn and promises comfort.
6
John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you.”
Jesus gives peace that is different from what the world gives.