Bible Verses for Strength in Hard Times

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Compiled by The BibleStudyTools Staff on 07/21/2023
Bible Verses for Strength in Hard Times

What does the Bible say about having Strength in Difficult Moments?

Read a collection of Bible verses for the strength to have faith in God through difficult times, heartache, and despair! Our faith is tested through suffering and can be strengthened by relying on God and trusting in Him. In moments of tribulation and uncertainty, turn to God in prayer, "casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you." (1 Peter 5:7). Also, look to the Word of God for encouragement and comfort that God is always with you!

The Bible is a source of comfort and inspiration for many people, especially in times of hardship. Here are a few Bible verses that can provide strength during difficult times:

Top Bible Verses for Strength in Hard Times

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."

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."

Philippians 4:13

"I can do all this through him who gives me strength."

1 Peter 5:7

"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you."

James 1:12

"Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him."

Philippians 4:6-8

"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. Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things."

Romans 8:18

"For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us."

These verses remind us that we are not alone and that we have the strength to overcome even the toughest challenges!

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1 Chronicles 16:11

Seek the Lord
11 Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always.
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1 Corinthians 10:13

1 Corinthians 10:13
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.
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1 Peter 4:11

11 If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen.
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2 Corinthians 12:10

2 Corinthians 12:10
10 That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.
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2 Peter 1:7

7 and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love.
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2 Thessalonians 3:3

Your Daily Verse - 2 Thessalonians 3:3
3 But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.
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Isaiah 41:10

Isaiah 41:10
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.
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James 1:12

James 1:12
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.
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Jeremiah 29:11

Trust God
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.
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John 16:33

John 16:33 - Take Heart
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.”
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Joshua 1:9

Strong and Courageous - Joshua 1:9
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.”
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Psalms 50:15

15 and call on me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor me.”
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Psalms 62:2

2 Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken.
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Psalms 73:26

Psalm 73:26
26 My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
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Romans 8:18

Romans 8:18
18 I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.
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Psalms 3:3-4

Psalm 3:3
3 But you, LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high.
4 I call out to the LORD, and he answers me from his holy mountain.
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Ephesians 3:16-17

Ephesians 3:16
16 I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being,
17 so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love,
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Ephesians 6:9-10

9 And masters, treat your slaves in the same way. Do not threaten them, since you know that he who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no favoritism with him.
10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.
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2 Corinthians 1:3-4

3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort,
4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.
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2 Corinthians 1:9-10

9 Indeed, we felt we had received the sentence of death. But this happened that we might not rely on ourselves but on God, who raises the dead.
10 He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and he will deliver us again. On him we have set our hope that he will continue to deliver us,
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Deuteronomy 31:6-8

Your Daily Verse - Deuteronomy 31:8
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.”
7 Then Moses summoned Joshua and said to him in the presence of all Israel, “Be strong and courageous, for you must go with this people into the land that the LORD swore to their ancestors to give them, and you must divide it among them as their inheritance.
8 The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”
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Philippians 4:6-8

Philippians 4:8 - Excellent and Worthy of Praise
6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.
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James 1:1-4

Pure Joy
1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings.
2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds,
3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.
4 Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
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Romans 8:28-31

"If God be for us, who can be against us?" Romans 8:31
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.
29 For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters.
30 And those he predestined, he also called; those he called, he also justified; those he justified, he also glorified.
31 What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?
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