For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. (Jeremiah 29:11) Let's say John is having a rough time at work and has been feeling stressed out and anxious lately. He reads this verse from Jeremiah and is reminded that God has good things planned for him, not just struggles. This gives him the motivation to keep going and stay positive during his difficult times at work.