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. 🙏❤️🕊️
Mwagonda (Guest) on February 24, 2023
Philippians 2:9-11 – "Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father."
John Kamande (Guest) on February 23, 2023
Ephesians 4:1-3 – "As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace."
Mhina (Guest) on February 23, 2023
This quote is pure wisdom.
Patrick Mutua (Guest) on February 3, 2023
For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things He planned for us long ago. – Ephesians 2:10
Jane Muthoni (Guest) on February 3, 2023
Keep believing, even when it's hard to see the way
Joseph Kawawa (Guest) on February 3, 2023
Colossians 3:12-14 – "Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity."
Patrick Kidata (Guest) on January 12, 2023
Hope is the anchor for the soul
Margaret Anyango (Guest) on December 19, 2022
God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble
James Kimani (Guest) on December 18, 2022
Acts 4:11-12 – "Jesus is 'the stone you builders rejected, which has become the cornerstone.' Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved."
Joy Wacera (Guest) on December 18, 2022
The Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one. – 2 Thessalonians 3:3
Nancy Kawawa (Guest) on December 17, 2022
God love never fails.
Omar (Guest) on December 14, 2022
Mark 8:34-38 – "Then he called the crowd to him along with his disciples and said: 'Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me and for the gospel will save it. What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul? If anyone is ashamed of me and my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, the Son of Man will be ashamed of them when he comes in his Father’s glory with the holy angels.'"
Grace Minja (Guest) on December 13, 2022
This quote sums up exactly what I’ve been feeling lately!
Paul Kamau (Guest) on December 11, 2022
I’ve been struggling lately, but this quote gives me hope again.
David Chacha (Guest) on December 4, 2022
For by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God. – Ephesians 2:8
Khatib (Guest) on November 28, 2022
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! – Philippians 4:4
Rukia (Guest) on November 20, 2022
Ephesians 6:14-17 – "Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God."
Shabani (Guest) on November 15, 2022
Adding this to my favorites!
Christopher Oloo (Guest) on November 3, 2022
Hebrews 10:35-36 – "So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised."
Josephine (Guest) on November 3, 2022
Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this. – Psalm 37:5
Issack (Guest) on October 30, 2022
When you focus on God’s promises instead of the problems, your faith increases. – Joyce Meyer
Juma (Guest) on October 27, 2022
May the Lord give strength to his people! May the Lord bless his people with peace! – Psalm 29:11
Lydia Mzindakaya (Guest) on October 19, 2022
To one who has faith, no explanation is necessary. To one without faith, no explanation is possible. – Thomas Aquinas
Ahmed (Guest) on October 19, 2022
And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. – Hebrews 10:24
George Tenga (Guest) on October 17, 2022
A perfect boost for today.
Baraka (Guest) on September 30, 2022
This quote brightened my day. 🌞
Zulekha (Guest) on September 28, 2022
For with God nothing shall be impossible. – Luke 1:37
Peter Mwambui (Guest) on September 23, 2022
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. – Jeremiah 29:11
Rose Amukowa (Guest) on September 22, 2022
Walk by faith, not by sight
Josephine Nekesa (Guest) on September 22, 2022
Trust in the Lord; He knows the way
Shukuru (Guest) on September 18, 2022
True faith rests upon the character of God and asks no further proof than the moral perfections of the One who cannot lie. – A.W. Tozer
John Mushi (Guest) on September 6, 2022
He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. – Philippians 1:6
Michael Onyango (Guest) on August 20, 2022
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding
Catherine Naliaka (Guest) on August 12, 2022
God timing is perfect
Neema (Guest) on August 3, 2022
He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings, you will find refuge. – Psalm 91:4
Fikiri (Guest) on July 28, 2022
Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law. – Romans 13:10
Josephine Nekesa (Guest) on July 18, 2022
Keep believing, even when it's hard to see the way
Mwanais (Guest) on July 17, 2022
The will of God will never take you where the grace of God cannot sustain you. – Billy Graham
Wande (Guest) on July 14, 2022
Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. – Matthew 6:34
Agnes Lowassa (Guest) on July 12, 2022
1 Timothy 6:17-19 – "Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. In this way, they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life."
Kassim (Guest) on July 10, 2022
You don’t need great faith; you need faith in a great God. – Unknown
George Ndungu (Guest) on July 9, 2022
Romans 6:5-7 – "For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his. For we know that our old self was crucified with him so that the body ruled by sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves to sin—because anyone who has died has been set free from sin."
Daniel Obura (Guest) on July 8, 2022
Our faith grows when we acknowledge that our Father knows best and is always working on our behalf. – Beth Moore
Ruth Kibona (Guest) on June 26, 2022
Let your faith be bigger than your fear. – Unknown
Umi (Guest) on June 21, 2022
1 John 5:14-15 – "This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of him."
Michael Onyango (Guest) on June 16, 2022
The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in Him. – Nahum 1:7
Jane Muthoni (Guest) on June 10, 2022
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God. – Ephesians 2:8
Victor Malima (Guest) on June 8, 2022
Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. – Hebrews 11:1
Anna Malela (Guest) on June 7, 2022
If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. – 1 John 1:9
Rahma (Guest) on June 7, 2022
Faith is trusting in the goodness of God and His love for you, even when life is hard. – Francis Chan
Nancy Kawawa (Guest) on June 7, 2022
Faith isn’t a feeling. It’s a choice to trust God even when the road ahead seems uncertain. – Dave Willis
Salum (Guest) on June 5, 2022
The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead, he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. – 2 Peter 3:9
David Chacha (Guest) on May 28, 2022
The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still
Edwin Ndambuki (Guest) on May 23, 2022
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. – 2 Timothy 4:7
Joy Wacera (Guest) on May 20, 2022
Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die.’ – John 11:25
Warda (Guest) on May 13, 2022
But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. – Matthew 6:33
Edward Lowassa (Guest) on May 10, 2022
God is too wise to be mistaken. God is too good to be unkind. So when you don’t understand, when you don’t see His plan, when you can’t trace His hand, trust His heart. – Charles Spurgeon
Maimuna (Guest) on May 1, 2022
This quote brightened my day. 🌞 I’ve been feeling pretty down lately, but this quote really brought a ray of sunshine into my life. It’s incredible how something so simple can have such a positive impact on your mood. I’m so grateful for this moment of positivity—it’s just what I needed to lift my spirits and remind me that brighter days are always ahead. Thank you for posting something that spreads so much joy and light!
Zuhura (Guest) on April 30, 2022
Therefore, encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing. – 1 Thessalonians 5:11
Majid (Guest) on April 28, 2022
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. – Galatians 5:22-23