25 Bible Verses for Hope and Encouragement
Sometimes we find ourselves overcome with worry and tension. We may find ourselves questioning our courage and our strength. At times, it may seem as though our trials are never-ending, causing us to become discouraged and defeated.
God knew we would have mortal struggles, He knew that there would be suffering. That’s why He gave us his word, so we could reflect on it, enabling us to endure. He gave us His word as an outlet to push forward, and be reminded of all we have to look forward to.
We’ve made a collection of 25 Bible Verses for Hope and Encouragement for you to read when you need a little pick me up.
Bible Verses for Hope and Encouragement
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
-Romans 15:13
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.
-Isaiah 40:31
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,
-1 Peter 1:3
But now, Lord, what do I look for? My hope is in you.
-Psalm 39:7
For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.
-Romans 15:4
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.
-Deuteronomy 31:6
Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.
-2 Corinthians 4:16-18
The LORD your God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing.
-Zephaniah 3:17
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
-Matthew 11:28
Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.
-Romans 5:3-4
May your unfailing love be with us, Lord, even as we put our hope in you.
-Psalm 33:22
Know also that wisdom is like honey for you: If you find it, there is a future hope for you,
and your hope will not be cut off.
-Proverbs 24:14
Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
-1 Corinthians 13:6-7
For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.
-2 Timothy 1:7
I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.
-John 16:33
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
-John 14:27
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?
-Psalm 27:1
The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion.
-Proverbs 28:1
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.
-Proverbs 3:5-6
No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.
-1 Corinthians 10:13
Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord himself, is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation.
-Isaiah 12:2
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, 15 and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord's people.
-Ephesians 6:10-18
I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With Him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.
-Psalm 16:8
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.
-Joshua 1:9
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.
-Galatians 6:9
Be Sure To
Seek wisdom and strength from the Word of God. He blessed us with His word, so take hold of that opportunity. Pray consistently and always. He can and will calm your heart.
-Torrance Church of Christ