Resting in God's Strength: 15 Bible Verses for Times of Weakness
In times of weakness, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and depleted. However, as Christians, we are called to find our strength in God and rely on His power to carry us through. The Bible provides us with countless verses that remind us of God's strength and the comfort He provides in our times of need. Let us explore 15 Bible verses that will uplift and encourage you during moments of weakness.
"The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him." - Psalm 28:7
"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." - Isaiah 40:31
"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." - Psalm 46:1
"He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak." - Isaiah 40:29
"I can do all this through him who gives me strength." - Philippians 4:13
"The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold." - Psalm 18:2
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." - Philippians 4:6
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." - Matthew 11:28
"For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you." - Isaiah 41:13
"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." - Isaiah 41:10
"Trust in the Lord with all 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
"Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken." - Psalm 55:22
"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." - Psalm 23:4
"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
"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 about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me." - 2 Corinthians 12:9
These verses serve as a reminder that even in our weakest moments, God's strength is made perfect. Just as David found refuge in God when he faced Goliath, we too can find comfort knowing that God is our shield and deliverer. Jesus himself demonstrated the importance of relying on God's strength, seeking refuge in prayer and finding rest in Him.
When we feel weak, it is crucial to turn to God's Word and immerse ourselves in His promises. By doing so, we align ourselves with His will and open our hearts to receive His strength. Through prayer and trust, we can find solace in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father.
In times of weakness, let us remember that God loves us unconditionally and His strength knows no bounds. He is our refuge, our fortress, and our ever-present help in times of trouble. So, dear reader, love God, believe in His power, love one another, and trust Him with all your heart. May His blessings be upon you always. 🙏❤️🕊️
Mary Kidata (Guest) on December 18, 2023
Walk by faith, not by sight
Kiza (Guest) on December 18, 2023
Faith is the strength by which a shattered world shall emerge into the light. – Helen Keller
Abdullah (Guest) on December 11, 2023
1 Corinthians 9:24-27 – "Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever. Therefore I do not run like someone running aimlessly; I do not fight like a boxer beating the air. No, I strike a blow to my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize."
Khatib (Guest) on December 6, 2023
Timely reminder, thank you! ⏰
Ann Awino (Guest) on December 4, 2023
John 16:32-33 – "A time is coming and in fact has come when you will be scattered, each to your own home. You will leave me all alone. Yet I am not alone, for my Father is with me. '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.'"
Josephine (Guest) on November 28, 2023
This quote is a game-changer! 🔥 I’ve read a lot of quotes in my life, but this one really stands out. It’s one of those rare quotes that has the power to completely shift your mindset and make you see things from a whole new perspective. I’m feeling so inspired after reading this, and I know it’s going to have a lasting impact on how I approach life’s challenges. Thank you for posting something so transformative!
Salum (Guest) on November 21, 2023
Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another. – Romans 13:8
Juma (Guest) on November 10, 2023
Luke 24:45-49 – "Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures. He told them, 'This is what is written: The Messiah will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, and repentance for the forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. You are witnesses of these things. I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.'"
Josephine Nduta (Guest) on November 10, 2023
Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see
Victor Sokoine (Guest) on November 5, 2023
Faith is the assurance that God’s plan is better than your dreams. – Unknown
George Ndungu (Guest) on October 23, 2023
So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. – Romans 10:17
Abubakar (Guest) on October 19, 2023
Ephesians 6:10-13 – "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore, put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand."
Rukia (Guest) on October 13, 2023
The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. – Matthew 5:3
Faiza (Guest) on October 11, 2023
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! – 2 Corinthians 5:17
Elizabeth Mrope (Guest) on October 2, 2023
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. – Galatians 6:9
Martin Otieno (Guest) on September 17, 2023
Short, but so impactful! It’s like this quote was meant for me.
Benjamin Kibicho (Guest) on September 14, 2023
Let your light shine before others
Jacob Kiplangat (Guest) on September 12, 2023
This one really made me think.
Shabani (Guest) on September 6, 2023
John 15:5-8 – "I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. If you do not remain in me, you are like a branch that is thrown away and withers; such branches are picked up, thrown into the fire and burned. If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples."
Samson Mahiga (Guest) on August 24, 2023
Exactly what I needed to hear. 🎯 It’s like this quote was written specifically for me. I’ve been going through a tough time, and these words are exactly the encouragement I needed to keep going. Sometimes, you just need a little reminder that things will get better, and this quote gave me that hope. Thank you for sharing something so timely and meaningful—it’s made a world of difference for me today!
Arifa (Guest) on August 24, 2023
This quote is a game-changer!
Janet Sumari (Guest) on August 10, 2023
This is so relatable! 👍
Faith Kariuki (Guest) on August 8, 2023
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come. – 2 Corinthians 5:17
Ali (Guest) on July 27, 2023
Romans 14:7-9 – "For none of us lives for ourselves alone, and none of us dies for ourselves alone. If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord. For this very reason, Christ died and returned to life so that he might be the Lord of both the dead and the living."
Hekima (Guest) on July 19, 2023
1 Peter 1:13-16 – "Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at his coming. As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: 'Be holy, because I am holy.'"
Tambwe (Guest) on July 16, 2023
Faith is seeing God’s light in the midst of the darkest storm. – Unknown
Neema (Guest) on July 15, 2023
2 Corinthians 5:16-20 – "So from now on we regard no one from a worldly point of view. Though we once regarded Christ in this way, we do so no longer. Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them. And he has committed to us the message of reconciliation. We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God."
Mwanakhamis (Guest) on July 12, 2023
Galatians 5:13-14 – "You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love. For the entire law is fulfilled in keeping this one command: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.'"
Janet Sumari (Guest) on June 29, 2023
Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. – Hebrews 11:1
Joyce Aoko (Guest) on June 22, 2023
Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see
Rose Waithera (Guest) on June 19, 2023
1 Timothy 2:1-4 – "I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth."
Victor Kimario (Guest) on June 13, 2023
Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. – Hebrews 12:1-2
Halima (Guest) on June 8, 2023
Such a beautiful quote!
Sarah Achieng (Guest) on May 30, 2023
1 Corinthians 12:12-14 – "Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ. For we were all baptized by one Spirit so as to form one body—whether Jews or Gentiles, slave or free—and we were all given the one Spirit to drink. Even so the body is not made up of one part but of many."
Mariam Hassan (Guest) on May 26, 2023
1 Corinthians 10:12-13 – "So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall! 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."
Shamsa (Guest) on May 22, 2023
James 4:7-10 – "Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Grieve, mourn and wail. Change your laughter to mourning and your joy to gloom. Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up."
George Tenga (Guest) on May 19, 2023
A perfect boost for today. 🚀
Monica Adhiambo (Guest) on May 15, 2023
2 Peter 1:5-8 – "For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love. For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ."
Rahim (Guest) on May 15, 2023
Galatians 5:13-14 – "You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love. For the entire law is fulfilled in keeping this one command: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.'"
Thomas Mwakalindile (Guest) on May 14, 2023
For everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith. – 1 John 5:4
Nassar (Guest) on May 7, 2023
Hebrews 12:1-3 – "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart."
Grace Wairimu (Guest) on May 7, 2023
For you are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus. – Galatians 3:26
Mgeni (Guest) on May 7, 2023
For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God. – Ephesians 2:8
Mwanaisha (Guest) on May 5, 2023
Matthew 28:18-20 – "Then Jesus came to them and said, 'All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.'"
Irene Makena (Guest) on April 29, 2023
John 1:14-17 – "The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. John testified concerning him. He cried out, saying, 'This is the one I spoke about when I said, "He who comes after me has surpassed me because he was before me."' Out of his fullness we have all received grace in place of grace already given. For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ."
Nuru (Guest) on April 28, 2023
1 Corinthians 12:12-14 – "Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ. For we were all baptized by one Spirit so as to form one body—whether Jews or Gentiles, slave or free—and we were all given the one Spirit to drink. Even so the body is not made up of one part but of many."
Mhina (Guest) on April 22, 2023
I needed this perspective.
Brian Karanja (Guest) on April 22, 2023
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. – Isaiah 43:2
Betty Akinyi (Guest) on April 15, 2023
God grace is sufficient for you
Chum (Guest) on April 14, 2023
But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. – James 1:6
Chris Okello (Guest) on April 12, 2023
Romans 12:17-21 – "Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: 'It is mine to avenge; I will repay,' says the Lord. On the contrary: 'If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.' Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good."
Habiba (Guest) on April 12, 2023
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him. – Romans 15:13
Kheri (Guest) on April 4, 2023
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. – Matthew 6:33
Robert Okello (Guest) on March 30, 2023
Faith is the art of holding on to things in spite of your changing moods and circumstances. – C.S. Lewis
Salima (Guest) on March 30, 2023
Short but so impactful!
Sharifa (Guest) on March 28, 2023
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 – "Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies."
Jabir (Guest) on March 23, 2023
For we live by faith, not by sight. – 2 Corinthians 5:7
Kazija (Guest) on March 16, 2023
Faith is seeing light with your heart when all your eyes see is darkness. – Unknown
Moses Mwita (Guest) on March 9, 2023
Faith is a living, daring confidence in God's grace. – Martin Luther
Nora Kidata (Guest) on February 25, 2023
Faith grows stronger in trials