Because God is with us every step of the way, the Bible instructs us to be strong and courageous. This means not only being strong to withstand the various seasons of life we encounter, but also being strong in our faith. We must have faith that God is truly there for us and guiding us through everything we encounter.
Use these Bible verses on strength to reflect on how we can place our faith in God and draw strength from our confidence in Him and His Word.
“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.”
"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."
“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.”
“And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm, and steadfast.”
“My flesh and my heart fail; But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
“For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.”
“But the Lord is faithful; he will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one.”
“Watch, stand fast in the faith, be brave, be strong.”
“The Lord will give strength to His people; The Lord will bless His people with peace.”
"The Sovereign Lord is my strength; he makes my feet like the feet of a deer, he enables me to tread on the heights."
“A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.”
“Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you.”
"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?"
“But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.”
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we are unafraid, even if the earth gives way, even if the mountains tumble into the depths of the sea, even if its waters rage and foam, and mountains shake at its turbulence.”
For more information on strength in all seasons of our lives and faith in God’s guidance, check out the Strength for All Seasons containing thirty-one daily topics for prayer.