We all need some encouragement from time to time. Whether you need to be reminded of God's unfailing love, you need to be reassured that there is hope, or you just need to hear a kind word, here are 10 Bible verses that have the power to mean something to everyone:
1. I have told you these things so that in me you may find peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. John 16:3
If God can conquer death, He can lead us through all trials and tribulations that we are faced with throughout our lives. Our true peace comes solely through God. No matter what battles we’re faced with, we can take heart knowing that God loves us and He will carry us through.
2. 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.Romans 8:28
Everything in our life happens for a reason. Whatever that reason may be, it’s for our greater good. God truly desires the absolute best for us.
3. Do not be amazed at this, for a time is coming when all who are in their graves will hear his voice.John 5:28
No matter what you’re struggling with in life - addiction of some sort, depression, anxiety, etc., turn to God. God knows the key to your heart, and He will reveal Himself to you. Faith in God will set you free.
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
Be strong and stand in your truth. Don’t let people or the standards of society stop you from pursuing your best life. God is always by your side.
5. Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move
you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you
know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. 1 Corinthians 15:58
Always do the work of the Lord. Spread the Good News wherever you are and in whatever you are doing. You never know who needs to see God through you.
6. Trust in the Lord with 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
Trust God in all aspects of your life. No matter what circumstance, God always knows what’s best for us. As long as you love and trust God, He will lead you in the right direction.
7. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7
Tell God what’s on your heart. No matter how small your problem, God cares, and He is eager to love you and help you through it.
8. My comfort in my suffering is this: Your promise preserves my life. Psalm 119:50
God has conquered the world. Our comfort in our suffering is that our battle has already been won by Jesus Christ on the cross.
9. And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. 1 John 5:14
Our life is in God’s hands and He hears all our prayers. God fulfills all our needs according to His purpose.
10. Give thanks to the God of heaven, for his steadfast love endures forever. Psalm 136:26
In all things in your life, give thanks and praise God. We as humans take so many blessings for granted, especially the greatest blessing of all: God’s love. We are so fortunate to have God who has an undying love for each one of us.