We all face hard times in our lives, whether it's something seemingly small like a stressful day at work or a more significant event like a troubling medical diagnosis or loss of a loved one. During these times, it can be hard to find the strength and courage to put on a brave face. But for people of faith, the Bible can be a source of strength thanks to Bible verses about courage. We can look to the words of the Bible in times of crises to help get us through our own dark times. The Good Book is also full of encouraging and soothing Bible verses about worry, Bible verses that inspire strength, and Bible verses about faith.
Bookmark these verses about courage and return to them when you're feeling afraid. You may be surprised by how quickly they instill confidence and, yes, courage. Turning to the wisdom of the scripture is one of the best things you can do to achieve a state of resolve. It's your time to shine and be the brave, courageous person you were meant to be!
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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."
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John 14:17
"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."
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Psalm 56:3-4
"When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh do to me?"
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Ephesians 6:10
"Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might."
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1 Corinthians 2:3
"And I was with you in weakness and in fear and much trembling"
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2 Timothy 4:22
"The Lord be with your spirit. Grace be with you."
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Romans 8:26
"Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words."
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Philippians 1:28
"And not frightened in anything by your opponents. This is a clear sign to them of their destruction, but of your salvation, and that from God."
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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."
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Joshua 1:6
“Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their ancestors to give them.”
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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.”
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1 Corinthians 16:13
“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.”
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1 Chronicles 28:20
“David also said to Solomon his son, "Be strong and courageous, and do the work. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you or forsake you until all the work for the service of the temple of the Lord is finished." "
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Psalm 31:24
“Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord.”
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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.”
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2 Timothy 1:7
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.”
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Numbers 13:20
“And whether the land is rich or poor, and whether there are trees in it or not, be of good courage and bring some of the fruit of the land. Now the time was the season of the first ripe grapes.”
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1 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.”
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2 Samuel 7:27
“For you, O Lord of hosts, the God of Israel, have made this revelation to your servant, saying, “I will build you a house.” Therefore your servant has found courage to pray this prayer to you.”
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2 Samuel 10:12
“Be of good courage, and let us be courageous for our people, and for the cities of our God, and may the Lord do what seems good to him.”