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111 Bible Verses for Encouragement (Old and New Testament)

The Bible is rich in wisdom and comfort and offers countless Bible verses for encouragement that inspire hope, courage, and resilience. Whether you are facing personal trials, seeking spiritual growth, or simply in need of a comforting word, these selected Bible verses are a balm for the soul. From the uplifting words of the Psalms to the encouraging teachings of the New Testament, each verse is a reminder of God’s unwavering presence and love in our lives. Let these Scriptures uplift your spirit, bolster your faith, and remind you of the endless grace and mercy that is found in God’s word. As you read through these verses, may you find the encouragement and strength you need for your day.

 

Encouragement in Hope and Faith (New Testament)

  • 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.”
  • Hebrews 11:1 – “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”
  • 2 Corinthians 5:7 – “For we live by faith, not by sight.”
  • Hebrews 6:19 – “We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.”
  • 1 Peter 1:21 – “Through him you believe in God, who raised him from the dead and glorified him, and so your faith and hope are in God.”
  • 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17 – “May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and by his grace gave us eternal encouragement and good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good deed and word.”
  • Hebrews 10:23 – “Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.”
  • 1 Corinthians 16:13 – “Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.”
  • Romans 5:5 – “And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.”

Encouragement in Love and Compassion (New Testament)

  • 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 – “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.”
  • Ephesians 4:32 – “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”
  • 1 Peter 4:8 – “Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.”
  • Colossians 3:12 – “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”
  • 1 John 4:7 – “Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God.”
  • Romans 12:10 – “Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”
  • 1 John 4:19 – “We love because he first loved us.”
  • 1 John 3:18 – “Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.”
  • 2 Corinthians 13:11 – “Finally, brothers and sisters, rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you.”
  • James 1:12 – “Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.”

Encouragement in Comfort and Peace (New Testament)

  • John 14:27 – “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.”
  • 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 – “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.”
  • Matthew 11:28-29 – “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”
  • Philippians 4:7 – “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
  • 1 Peter 5:7 – “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
  • Romans 8:37-39 – “No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
  • John 16:33 – “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.”
  • Philippians 4:6 – “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”
  • James 1:2-4 – “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.”
  • 2 Thessalonians 3:16 – “Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.”

Encouragement in Strength and Courage (New Testament)

  • Philippians 4:13 – “I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”
  • Ephesians 6:10 – “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.”
  • 2 Timothy 1:7 – “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.”
  • 1 Corinthians 10:13 – “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.”
  • Romans 8:31 – “What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?”
  • Hebrews 4:16 – “Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”
  • 1 Peter 2:9 – “But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.”
  • 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 – “We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.”

Encouragement in Joy and Rejoicing (New Testament)

  • Philippians 4:4 – “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!”
  • Romans 12:12 – “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”
  • James 1:2 – “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds.”
  • 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 – “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
  • 2 Corinthians 6:10 – “Sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; poor, yet making many rich; having nothing, and yet possessing everything.”
  • Acts 16:25 – “About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening to them.”
  • Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”
  • 1 Peter 1:8-9 – “Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your souls.”
  • Luke 10:20 – “However, do not rejoice that the spirits submit to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven.”
  • 1 Peter 4:13 – “But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed.”

Encouragement in Perseverance and Endurance (New Testament)

  • Hebrews 12:1 – “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us”

Encouragement through Trusting in God (Old Testament)

  • Proverbs 3:5-6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.”
  • Isaiah 26:3 – “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”
  • Psalm 9:10 – “Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.”
  • Psalm 37:5 – “Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this.”
  • Proverbs 29:25 – “Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.”
  • Psalm 56:3 – “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.”
  • Psalm 13:5 – “But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation.”
  • Psalm 20:7 – “Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.”
  • Psalm 37:3 – “Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture.”
  • Nahum 1:7 – “The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him.”

Encouragement through Strength and Courage (Old Testament)

  • Joshua 1:9 – “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.”
  • Psalm 31:24 – “Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord.”
  • Isaiah 41:10 – “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
  • 1 Chronicles 16:11 – “Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.”
  • Psalm 27:14 – “Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.”
  • Psalm 28:7 – “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me.”
  • Psalm 46:1 – “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
  • Psalm 118:14 – “The Lord is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation.”
  • Deuteronomy 31:6 – “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.”
  • 2 Samuel 22:33 – “It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure.”

Encouragement in Comfort in Distress (Old Testament)

  • Psalm 23:4 – “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
  • Isaiah 49:13 – “Shout for joy, you heavens; rejoice, you earth; burst into song, you mountains! For the Lord comforts his people and will have compassion on his afflicted ones.”
  • Psalm 119:50 – “My comfort in my suffering is this: Your promise preserves my life.”
  • Psalm 119:76 – “May your unfailing love be my comfort, according to your promise to your servant.”
  • Psalm 147:3 – “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
  • Lamentations 3:22-23 – “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail.”
  • Isaiah 51:12 – “I, even I, am he who comforts you. Who are you that you fear mere mortals, human beings who are but grass?”
  • Psalm 138:7 – “Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life.”
  • Psalm 94:19 – “When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.”
  • Isaiah 66:13 – “As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem.”

Encouragement Because of Hope and Future (Old Testament)

  • 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.”
  • 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.”
  • Proverbs 23:18 – “There is surely a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off.”
  • Psalm 71:5 – “For you have been my hope, Sovereign Lord, my confidence since my youth.”
  • Ecclesiastes 9:4 – “Anyone who is among the living has hope.”
  • Psalm 130:7 – “Israel, put your hope in the Lord, for with the Lord is unfailing love and with him is full redemption.”
  • Proverbs 24:14 – “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.”
  • Isaiah 43:2 – “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you.”
  • Zechariah 9:12 – “Return to your fortress, you prisoners of hope; even now I announce that I will restore twice as much to you.”
  • Psalm 146:5 – “Blessed are those whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the Lord their God.”

Encouragement in Faith and Trust (Old Testament)

  • Habakkuk 2:4 – “See, the enemy is puffed up; his desires are not upright— but the righteous person will live by his faithfulness.”
  • Proverbs 28:25 – “The greedy stir up conflict, but those who trust in the Lord will prosper.”
  • Isaiah 12:2 – “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.”
  • Psalm 112:7 – “They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord.”
  • Psalm 40:4 – “Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, who does not look to the proud, to those who turn aside to false gods.”
  • Proverbs 3:26 – “For the Lord will be at your side and will keep your foot from being snared.”
  • Psalm 91:4 – “He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.”
  • Psalm 125:1 – “Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be shaken but endures forever.”
  • Isaiah 7:9 – “If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all.”
  • Psalm 143:8 – “Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life.”

Encouragement in Peace and Serenity (Old Testament)

  • Psalm 4:8 – “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.”
  • Psalm 29:11 – “The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace.”
  • Isaiah 32:17 – “The fruit of that righteousness will be peace; its effect will be quietness and confidence forever.”
  • Psalm 85:8 – “I will listen to what God the Lord says; he promises peace to his people, his faithful servants.”
  • Proverbs 16:7 – “When the Lord takes pleasure in anyone’s way, he causes their enemies to make peace with them.”
  • Psalm 34:14 – “Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.”
  • Isaiah 26:12 – “Lord, you establish peace for us; all that we have accomplished you have done for us.”
  • Job 22:21 – “Submit to God and be at peace with him; in this way prosperity will come to you.”
  • Psalm 37:11 – “But the meek will inherit the land and enjoy peace and prosperity.”
  • Isaiah 54:10 – “Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,” says the Lord, who has compassion on you.”

Encouragement in Wisdom and Guidance (Old Testament)

  • Proverbs 2:6 – “For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.”
  • Psalm 32:8 – “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.”
  • Proverbs 4:11 – “I instruct you in the way of wisdom and lead you along straight paths.”

Conclusion

These Bible verses for encouragement serve as powerful reminders of God’s steadfast love and presence in our lives. They offer comfort and strength in times of difficulty and joy. Let these words uplift your spirit and remind you that you are never alone in your journey. May these verses be a source of continual hope and inspiration, guiding you through life’s challenges and celebrations. Keep them close to your heart, and remember the enduring love and peace they bring.  God bless you!

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