80 Bible Verses of encouragement and Strength for difficult times

Verses of encouragement and Strength is important.
At some point in our lives, it may happen to us that we do not feel without the strength to move forward since we believe that nothing we do is right and no matter how hard we try we all go wrong, what better than some verses of encouragement and biblical encouragement to give us strength to move forward, here you will find the best.

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Bible verses of encouragement

In our life we ​​can be presented with difficult situations that totally discourage us and the desire to continue battling to overcome these obstacles that come our way are sometimes threatened since our feelings are the strength to continue since everything we do is not He sees no result and because we make an effort we cannot get out of that abyss where we can find ourselves.

But what better than a few words of encouragement reflected in the bible to give us encouragement and see us clearly that not everything is lost and so that we have the feeling that things are going very well, we must have the full assurance that God our heavenly Father is working in us.

No matter how difficult the situation we are experiencing, we should not be distressed and lose faith because Almighty God never abandons his children and leaves them helpless, he is always with us accompanying us, giving them help and strength, God is love, he is good and it is mercy that is why we should not have or be distressed before adversity since he will always hold us firmly to achieve victory, who knows his divine word have no doubt of his love and kindness.

In all the battles and struggles that we can face in difficult times that life throws at us, we need someone to be our pillar and grounding pole to remind us that not everything is lost no matter how black we see the day today and that better than our heavenly father gives us encouragement for our daily battles, it is for this reason that we are going to know a series of biblical verses that will help us to meditate and never lose faith and hope that all our battles from day to day they have a solution.

 

Romans 8:38-39

Lamentations 3:22-23
The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.

2 Corinthians 4:16-18
So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen.

John 15:13
Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.

Ephesians 3:20 meaning
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.

Deuteronomy 31:6
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, or the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.

Psalm 27:12
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?

John 4:18
There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.

Romans 8:31
What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?

Romans 15:13
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.

Psalm 31:24
Be strong, and let your heart take courage, all you who wait for the LORD!

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.

But they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.

Mark 10:27
Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man it is impossible, but not with God. For all things are possible with God.’

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

Matthew 19:26
But Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.’

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

1 Corinthians 15:58
Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the LORD, knowing that in the LORD your labor is not in vain.

Proverbs 3:3-6
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 Corinthians 16:13-14
Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love.

Matthews 17:20
Our faith can move mountains.

Psalm 107:1
Give thanks to the LORD for He is good: His love endures forever.

Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

Psalm 34:8
Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.

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.

Nehemiah 8:10
“Go, eat rich foods and drink sweet drinks, and allot portions to those who had nothing prepared; for today is holy to our LORD. Do not be saddened this day, for rejoicing in the LORD is your strength!”

Psalm 96: 1-3
Sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all the earth. Sing to the LORD, bless his name; proclaim his salvation day after day. Tell his glory among the nations; among all peoples, his marvelous deeds.

Proverbs 29:25
Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.

Isaiah 66:13⁣
As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you.

Proverbs 31:2
Her children rise up and call her blessed; Her husband also, and he praises her.

Bible Verses of encouragement for difficult times

Life will always be giving us challenges that are a little difficult to overcome but that is not always impossible to do, of course, many times these challenges no longer have a reverse and we end up losing the battle before it; a very serious financial crisis, the death of a loved one or a serious illness, are some of these remains that life presents us with and they destroy us totally but even if we lose the battle the war still and from the hand of God our Lord who always He accompanies us, guides us and helps us to get out of this abyss in which we find ourselves submerged and move forward.

We are going to know below a series of biblical verses where God through his word gives us encouragement to move forward and in this way gives us strength and comforts us in the face of all the difficult situations we are experiencing, since at some point we need consolation, in support of a word of encouragement that encourages us to move forward every day and not give up in the face of life’s adversities, which is why our beloved father who died on the cross for all of us leaves us these words:

Exodus 15:2-3
“the lord is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation; this is my God, and I will praise him; my father’s God and I will exalt him. “the lord is a warrior; the Lord is his name.

Deuteronomy 31:6
be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or tremble in dread before them, for it is the lord your God who goes with you. he will not fail you or abandon you.”

Joshua 1:9
have I not commanded you? be strong and courageous! do not be terrified or dismayed (intimidated), for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.

Nehemiah 8:10
then Ezra said to them, “go [your way], eat the rich festival food, drink the sweet drink, and send portions to him for whom nothing is prepared; for this day is holy to our lord. and do not be worried, for the joy of the Lord is your strength and your stronghold.

Habakkuk 3:19
The lord God is my strength [my source of courage, my invincible army]; he has made my feet [steady and sure] like hinds’ feet and makes me walk [forward with spiritual confidence] on my high places [of challenge and responsibility].

Psalm 9:9-10
all who are oppressed may come to you as a shelter in the time of trouble, a perfect hiding place. may everyone who knows your mercy keep putting their trust in you, for they can count on you for help no matter what. o lord, you will never, no never, neglect those who come to you

Psalm 27:1-3
The lord is my revelation-light to guide me along the way; he’s the source of my salvation to defend me every day. I fear no one! I’ll never turn back and run from you, Lord; surround and protect me. when evil ones come to destroy me, they will be the ones who turn back. my heart will not be afraid even if an army rises to attack. I know that you are there for me, so I will not be shaken.

 Psalm 28:7-8
you are my strength and my shield from every danger. when I fully trust in you, help is on the way. I jump for joy and burst forth with ecstatic, passionate praise! I will sing songs about what you mean to me! you will be the inner strength of all your people, the mighty protector of all, the saving strength for all your anointed ones.

Psalm 32:7
lord, you are my secret hiding place, protecting me from these troubles, surrounding me with songs of gladness! your joyous shouts of rescue release my breakthrough.

Psalm 34:4
listen to my testimony: I cried to God in my distress and he answered me. he freed me from all my fears!

Psalm 34:17-18
yet when holy lovers of God cry out to Him with all their hearts, the Lord will hear them and come to rescue them from all their troubles. the lord is close to all whose hearts are crushed by pain, and he is always ready to restore the repentant one. even when bad things happen to the good and Godly ones, the lord will save them and not let them be defeated by what they face.

Psalm 46:1-3
God, you’re such a safe and powerful place to find refuge! you’re a proven help in time of trouble— more than enough and always available whenever I need you. so we will never fear even if every structure of support were to crumble away. we will not fear even when the earthquakes and shakes, moving mountains and casting them into the sea. for the raging roar of stormy winds and crashing, waves cannot erode our faith in you.

Psalm 62:1-2
I stand silently to listen for the one I love, waiting as long as it takes for the lord to rescue me. for God alone has become my savior. he alone is my safe place; his wrap-around presence always protects me. for he is my champion defender; there’s no risk of failure with God. so why would I let worry paralyze me, even when troubles multiply around me?

Psalm 91:1-2
when you sit enthroned under the shadow of Shaddai, you are hidden in the strength of God most high. he’s the hope that holds me and the stronghold to shelter me, the only God for me, and my great confidence.

 Psalm 145:18-19
you draw near to those who call out to you, listening closely, especially when their hearts are true. every one of your Godly lovers receives even more than what they ask for. for you hear what their hearts really long for and you bring them your saving strength.

 Proverbs 3:5-6
trust in the Lord completely, and do not rely on your own opinions. with all your heart rely on him to guide you, and he will lead you in every decision you make. become intimate with him in whatever you do, and he will lead you wherever you go. don’t think for a moment that you know it all

Proverbs 18:10
The character of God is a tower of strength, for the lovers of God delight to run into his heart and be exalted on high.

Isaiah 12:2
Behold—God is my salvation! I am confident, unafraid, and I will trust in you.” yes! the lord yah is my might and my melody; he has become my salvation!

Isaiah 26:3
perfect, absolute peace surrounds those whose imaginations are consumed with you; they confidently trust in you.

Isaiah 30:15
lord Yahweh, the holy one of Israel, says: “come back to me! by returning and resting in me you will be saved. in quietness and trust, you will be made strong. but you refused.

Isaiah 32:1-2 
look—a new era begins! a king will reign with righteousness, and his princes according to justice! each will be a hiding place from the stormy wind and a secret shelter from the tempest. life will flow from each one, like streams of water in the desert, like the refreshing shade of a massive rock in a weary, thirsty land.

Isaiah 40:10-11
look! here comes lord Yahweh as a victorious warrior; he triumphs with his awesome power.o, watch as he brings with him his reward and the spoils of victory to give to his people. he will care for you as a shepherd tends his flock, gathering the weak lambs and taking them in his arms. he carries them close to his heart and gently leads those that have young.

Isaiah 40:28-31
don’t you know? haven’t you been listening? Yahweh is the one and only everlasting God, the creator of all you can see and imagine! he never gets weary or worn out. his intelligence is unlimited; he is never puzzled over what to do! he empowers the feeble and infuses the powerless with increasing strength. even young people faint and get exhausted; athletic ones may stumble and fall. but those who wait for Yahweh’s grace will experience divine strength. they will rise up on soaring wings and fly like eagles, run their race without growing weary, and walk through life without giving up.

Isaiah 43:1-2
now, this is what Yahweh says: “listen, Jacob, to the one who created you, Israel, to the one who shaped who you are. do not fear, for I, your kinsman-redeemer will rescue you. I have called you by name, and you are mine. when you pass through the deep, stormy sea, you can count on me to be there with you. when you pass through raging rivers, you will not drown. when you walk through persecution like fiery flames, you will not be burned; the flames will not harm you

John 14:27
“I leave the gift of peace with you—my peace. not the kind of fragile peace given by the world, but my perfect peace. don’t yield to fear or be troubled in your hearts—instead, be courageous!

2 Corinthians 1:3-4
All praises belong to the God and father of our lord Jesus christ. for he is the father of tender mercy and the God of endless comfort. he always comes alongside us to comfort us in every suffering so that we can come alongside those who are in any painful trial. we can bring them this same comfort that God has poured out upon us.

2 Corinthians 4:16-18
so no wonder we don’t give up. for even though our outer person gradually wears out, our inner being is renewed every single day. we view our slight, short-lived troubles in the light of eternity. we see our difficulties as the substance that produces for us an eternal, weighty glory far beyond all comparison because we don’t focus our attention on what is seen but on what is unseen. for what is seen is temporary, but the unseen realm is eternal.

2 Corinthians 12:9-10
But he answered me, “my grace is always more than enough for you, and my power finds its full expression through your weakness.” so I will celebrate my weaknesses, for when I’m weak I sense more deeply the mighty power of Christ living in me. so I’m not defeated by my weakness, but delighted! for when I feel my weakness and endure mistreatment—when I’m surrounded with troubles on every side and face persecution because of my love for christ—I am made yet stronger. for my weakness becomes a portal to God’s power.

Ephesians 3:16-17
And I pray that he would unveil within you the unlimited riches of his glory and favor until supernatural strength floods your innermost being with his divine might and explosive power. 17 then, by constantly using your faith, the life of Christ will be released deep inside you, and the resting place of his love will become the very source and root of your life.

Ephesians 6:10
now my beloved ones, I have saved these most important truths for last: Be supernaturally infused with strength through your life-union with the lord Jesus. stand victorious with the force of his explosive power flowing in and through you.

Philippians 4:6-7
don’t be pulled in different directions or worried about a thing. be saturated in prayer throughout each day, offering your faith-filled requests before God with overflowing gratitude. tell him every detail of your life, then God’s wonderful peace that transcends human understanding will make the answers known to you through Jesus christ.

Philippians 4:12-13
I know what it means to lack, and I know what it means to experience overwhelming abundance. for I’m trained in the secret of overcoming all things, whether in fullness or in hunger. and I find that the strength of christ’s Explosive Power Infuses Me To Conquer Every Difficulty.

2 Thessalonians 3:3
But the lord Yahweh is always faithful to place you on a firm foundation and guard you against the evil one.

2 Thessalonians 3:16
now, may the Lord himself, the lord of peace, pour into you his peace in every circumstance and in every possible way. the lord’s tangible presence be with you all.

Hebrews 4:16
so now we come freely and boldly to where love is enthroned, to receive mercy’s kiss and discover the grace we urgently need to strengthen us in our time of weakness.

Hebrews 12:5
so consider carefully how Jesus faced such intense opposition from sinners who opposed their own souls so that you won’t become worn down and cave in under life’s pressures.

1 Peter 5:7-10
pour out all your worries and stress upon him and leave them there, for he always tenderly cares for you. be well balanced and always alert, because your enemy, the devil, roams around incessantly, like a roaring lion looking for its prey to devour. take a decisive stand against him and resist his every attack with strong, vigorous faith. for you know that your believing brothers and sisters around the world are experiencing the same kinds of troubles you endure. and then, after your brief suffering, the God of all loving grace, who has called you to share in his eternal glory in Christ, will personally and powerfully restore you and make you stronger than ever. yes, he will set you firmly in place and build you up.

Bible Verses of encouragement for women

Our faith can often be threatened by adversities that life presents us, it can happen to us that we truly question whether God is working in us correctly and that he abandoned us in the face of the battle we are fighting today.

But we must always keep in mind that this is not the case. God never abandons his children and leaves them to their fate, even if we are going through a very difficult time, let us never forget that our father is there to support us and always help us at the foot of the canyon with us. Ours is the words of encouragement that he left reflected in the bible to women within verses which we are going to know some of below.

 

1 Peter 3:3-4
“It is not your fancy hair, gold jewelry, or fine clothing that should make you beautiful. No, your beauty must come from within, the beauty of a gentle and calm spirit. That beauty will never go away and is worth a lot to God.”

Proverbs 31:25
“She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future.”

Joshua 1:9
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.

Psalm 139: 13-16
You made all the delicate and internal parts of my body and united me in my mother’s womb. Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex!

Prov. 11-16
A kind woman earns respect, but ruthless men only gain wealth”

Bible Verses of Encouragement and Strength

God has told us that if we believe in Him, he will strengthen us, no matter what we’re face with.  Here are some verses that speak to the strength and encouragement we can find in Him.

 God does not give us everything we want, but He does fulfill His promises, leading us along the best and straightest paths to Himself. –Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Zephaniah 3:17
The LORD your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.

Matthew 6:34
Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.

John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.

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

2 Corinthians 4:16-18
So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.

Psalm 9:9-10
The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.

Psalm 34:10b
Those who seek the Lord lack no good thing.

Isaiah 26: 3-4
Those of steadfast mind you keep in peace—because they trust in you. Trust in the Lord forever, for in the Lord God you have an everlasting rock.

1 Chronicles 16:11
 Seek the LORD and his strength;  seek his presence continually!

Psalm 32:7-8
 You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance.

1 Thessalonians 5:11
 Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.

Deuteronomy 31:8
 It is the LORD who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.

Bible Verses of Encouragement for Comfort

Most times, God does not take away the pain or suffering that we’re going through, but he does give us comfort amid those troubles.

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

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.

Psalm 46:1

 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

Isaiah 49:13
 Sing for joy, O heavens, and exult O earth; break forth, O mountains, into singing! For the Lord has comforted his people and will have compassion on his afflicted.

Deuteronomy 31:8
It is the LORD who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.”

Psalm 9:9
The LORD is a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O LORD, have not forsaken those who seek you.

Matthew 11:28-29
Come to me, all who labor and are heavily 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.

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.

Bible Verses of Encouragement And Peace

Be encouraged because we can look to him to find the peace that we so lack in this life.

The Christian life is not a constant high. I have my moments of deep discouragement. I have to go to God in prayer with tears in my eyes, and say, ‘O God, forgive me,’ or ‘Help me.’ –Billy Graham

John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.

Philippians 4:6-7
do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

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.

Romans 8:6
For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace.

Isaiah 26:3
You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You because he trusts in You.

Colossians 3:15
 And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.