In moments of weakness, uncertainty, or pain, the Bible serves as a powerful source of comfort and strength.
Its verses speak directly to our struggles, offering encouragement rooted in faith, hope, and the unchanging love of God.
Whether you’re battling inner fears, navigating a tough season, or simply need a reminder of God’s promises, these 100 Bible verses for strength will uplift your spirit and renew your courage.
Bible verses for strength
1. Strength in Times of Trouble
These verses remind us that God is our refuge when life feels overwhelming and uncertain.
- Psalm 46:1–2 — “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea.”
- 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.”
- Psalm 34:17–18 — “When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
- 2 Corinthians 12:9–10 — “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”
- Nahum 1:7 — “The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; he knows those who take refuge in him.”
- Psalm 9:9 — “The Lord is a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.”
- Isaiah 43:2 — “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you.”
- Psalm 91:1–2 — “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the Lord, ‘My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'”
- Proverbs 18:10 — “The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe.”
- 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.”
- 1 Peter 5:7 — “Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”
- Psalm 27:1 — “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?”
- Psalm 62:6 — “He only is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be shaken.”
- 2 Samuel 22:2–3 — “The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer… my shield and the horn of my salvation.”
- Zephaniah 3:17 — “The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness.”
2. Strength Through Faith
Faith in God provides the inner strength to endure anything life throws at us.
- Philippians 4:13 — “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”
- Hebrews 11:1 — “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.”
- Mark 11:22–24 — “Have faith in God. Truly, I say to you, whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be taken up and thrown into the sea,’ and does not doubt… it will be done.”
- Romans 5:3–5 — “We rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance… and hope does not put us to shame.”
- 1 Peter 1:6–7 — “You have been grieved by various trials, so that the tested genuineness of your faith… may be found to result in praise.”
- Matthew 21:22 — “And whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith.”
- James 1:3 — “For you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness.”
- John 11:40 — “Did I not tell you that if you believed you would see the glory of God?”
- Romans 10:17 — “So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.”
- Galatians 2:20 — “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me.”
- Hebrews 12:1–2 — “Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith.”
- Luke 17:6 — “If you had faith like a grain of mustard seed, you could say to this mulberry tree, ‘Be uprooted,’ and it would obey you.”
- Romans 15:13 — “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”
- 1 Corinthians 16:13 — “Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong.”
- 1 Timothy 6:12 — “Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called.”
3. Strength for Daily Life
Scriptures to help you draw strength for everyday challenges and routines.
- Matthew 6:34 — “Do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.”
- Isaiah 40:31 — “They who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles…”
- Psalm 18:32–33 — “The God who equipped me with strength made my way blameless. He made my feet like the feet of a deer.”
- Proverbs 3:5–6 — “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.”
- Psalm 29:11 — “The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace.”
- Colossians 3:23 — “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.”
- Ecclesiastes 9:10 — “Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might.”
- Psalm 37:5 — “Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act.”
- Proverbs 16:3 — “Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.”
- Psalm 90:17 — “Let the favor of the Lord our God be upon us, and establish the work of our hands.”
- Galatians 6:4 — “Let each one test his own work, and then his reason to boast will be in himself alone.”
- James 1:5 — “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all.”
- Proverbs 4:23 — “Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.”
- Ephesians 5:15–16 — “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time.”
- 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 — “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances.”
4. Strength in Waiting and Uncertainty
When life feels paused or unclear, God provides endurance and peace.
- Lamentations 3:25–26: “The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him. It is good that one should wait quietly for the salvation of the Lord.”
- Psalm 130:5: “I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in his word I hope.”
- Micah 7:7: “But as for me, I will look to the Lord; I will wait for the God of my salvation; my God will hear me.”
- Isaiah 30:18: “Therefore the Lord waits to be gracious to you… blessed are all those who wait for him.”
- Romans 8:25: “But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience.”
Final Words
Life may throw unexpected challenges our way, but God’s Word remains a steady anchor through it all.
As you’ve read through these scriptures, let them dwell in your heart and guide you in your daily walk.
Strength doesn’t always mean the absence of struggle – it often shows up in perseverance, quiet trust, and the courage to keep going.
May these verses continue to remind you that God is your constant source of strength, and you are never alone.