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21 Bible Verses For Encouragement

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Life can be challenging, and we all encounter moments when we feel overwhelmed, discouraged, or in need of a boost to keep moving forward. The good news is, that the Bible, filled with God’s Words, offers us messages of hope and serves as a wellspring of comfort.

Whether you’re facing trials, seeking motivation, or simply looking for words of comfort, these verses offer not only a beacon of light during life’s storms; but the profound and reassuring words of scripture can also provide strength and encouragement when we need it most.

  1. Isaiah 41:10: “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

 

  1. Psalm 34:17-18: When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.

 

  1. Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through him who strengthens me.

 

  1. Joshua 1:9: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

 

  1. Psalm 23:4: Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

 

  1. Romans 8:28: And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.

 

  1. Isaiah 40:31: But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

 

  1. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4: Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.

 

  1. Psalm 55:22: Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved.

 

  1. Matthew 11:28-30: “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

 

  1. Psalm 27:1: The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?

 

  1. Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.

 

  1. Psalm 46:1-2: God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore, we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea.

 

  1. Romans 15:13: May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.

 

  1. Isaiah 43:2: “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.”

 

  1. Psalm 121:1-2: I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.

 

  1. 1 Peter 5:7: Cast all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.

 

  1. 2 Timothy 1:7: For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.

 

  1. Psalm 30:5: For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning.

 

  1. John 16:33: “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world, you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”

 

  1. Romans 8:38-39: For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.

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These verses offer reassurance, hope, and strength in various life circumstances. They remind us of God’s presence, love, and the peace that comes from trusting in Him.

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