55 Bible Verses For Encouragement to Strengthen You

Life is filled with challenges, and during difficult times, finding encouragement can be essential for maintaining hope and faith. The Bible offers countless verses that provide comfort, strength, and encouragement, reminding us that God is always with us, guiding us through every trial.

These 55 uplifting Bible verses are meant to inspire and renew your spirit, helping you to face each day with confidence in God’s unfailing love and promises.

Bible Verses For Encouragement

Isaiah 41:10

“Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.” (KJV)

• Isaiah 41:10 – “Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.” (KJV)
• Joshua 1:9 – “Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.” (KJV)
• Philippians 4:13 – “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” (KJV)
• Psalm 46:1 – “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” (KJV)
• Deuteronomy 31:6 – “Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.” (KJV)
• Romans 8:31 – “What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?” (KJV)
• Isaiah 40:31 – “But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.” (KJV)
• Psalm 27:1 – “The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?” (KJV)
• 2 Corinthians 12:9 – “And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” (KJV)
• Psalm 31:24 – “Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord.” (KJV)

Proverbs 18:10

“The name of the Lord is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.” (KJV)

• Proverbs 18:10 – “The name of the Lord is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.” (KJV)
• John 16:33 – “These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.” (KJV)
• Nehemiah 8:10 – “Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” (KJV)
• Psalm 55:22 – “Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.” (KJV)
• Matthew 11:28 – “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” (KJV)
• 2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” (KJV)
• 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; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.” (KJV)
• Lamentations 3:22-23 – “It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.” (KJV)
• Romans 15:13 – “Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.” (KJV)
• Psalm 34:4 – “I sought the Lord, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.” (KJV)

Isaiah 43:2

“When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.” (KJV)

• Isaiah 43:2 – “When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.” (KJV)
• Proverbs 3:5-6 – “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” (KJV)
• Psalm 37:5 – “Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass.” (KJV)
• 2 Thessalonians 3:3 – “But the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil.” (KJV)
• Isaiah 26:3 – “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.” (KJV)
• Hebrews 13:5-6 – “Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me.” (KJV)
• Psalm 118:14 – “The Lord is my strength and song, and is become my salvation.” (KJV)
• Jeremiah 29:11 – “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.” (KJV)
• 1 Peter 5:7 – “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” (KJV)
• Psalm 56:3-4 – “What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee. In God I will praise his word, in God I have put my trust; I will not fear what flesh can do unto me.” (KJV)

Isaiah 12:2

“Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid: for the Lord Jehovah is my strength and my song; he also is become my salvation.” (KJV)

• Isaiah 12:2 – “Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid: for the Lord Jehovah is my strength and my song; he also is become my salvation.” (KJV)
• Romans 8:28 – “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” (KJV)
• Deuteronomy 31:8 – “And the Lord, he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.” (KJV)
• Psalm 62:6 – “He only is my rock and my salvation: he is my defence; I shall not be moved.” (KJV)
• Psalm 112:7 – “He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord.” (KJV)
• Zephaniah 3:17 – “The Lord thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing.” (KJV)
• Psalm 32:8 – “I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye.” (KJV)
• Proverbs 16:3 – “Commit thy works unto the Lord, and thy thoughts shall be established.” (KJV)
• Isaiah 30:15 – “For thus saith the Lord God, the Holy One of Israel; In returning and rest shall ye be saved; in quietness and in confidence shall be your strength: and ye would not.” (KJV)
• James 1:5 – “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.” (KJV)

Psalm 138:3

“In the day when I cried thou answeredst me, and strengthenedst me with strength in my soul.” (KJV)

• Psalm 138:3 – “In the day when I cried thou answeredst me, and strengthenedst me with strength in my soul.” (KJV)
• Psalm 27:14 – “Wait on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the Lord.” (KJV)
• Ephesians 6:10 – “Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.” (KJV)
• Psalm 118:24 – “This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” (KJV)
• Isaiah 41:13 – “For I the Lord thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee.” (KJV)
• Hebrews 10:23 – “Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)” (KJV)
• Psalm 9:9-10 – “The Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. And they that know thy name will put their trust in thee: for thou, Lord, hast not forsaken them that seek thee.” (KJV)
• Matthew 19:26 – “But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.” (KJV)
• Psalm 33:20-22 – “Our soul waiteth for the Lord: he is our help and our shield. For our heart shall rejoice in him, because we have trusted in his holy name. Let thy mercy, O Lord, be upon us, according as we hope in thee.” (KJV)
• Romans 8:37 – “Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.” (KJV)

Psalm 28:7

“The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.” (KJV)

• Psalm 28:7 – “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.” (KJV)
• Psalm 56:11 – “In God have I put my trust: I will not be afraid what man can do unto me.” (KJV)
• Isaiah 54:10 – “For the mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the Lord that hath mercy on thee.” (KJV)
• Psalm 91:2 – “I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust.” (KJV)
• Philippians 1:6 – “Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.” (KJV)

When faced with life’s trials, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and uncertain. However, these 55 uplifting Bible verses remind us that we are never alone in our journey. They encourage us to lean on God, trusting in His strength and promises.

As you meditate on these scriptures, may your faith be renewed, your courage strengthened, and your heart filled with peace, knowing that God’s love and support are ever-present in your life. Let these verses be a source of hope and encouragement, empowering you to face each day with unwavering trust in God’s plan.