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Finding Hope in God's Word: 15 Bible Verses for Encouragement
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Author/Editor: Melkisedeck Leon Shine, 2015-2017: AckySHINE.com
Finding Hope in God's Word: 15 Bible Verses for Encouragement 🌟📖
In times of trials and tribulations, it can be difficult to find hope and encouragement. However, as Christians, we are blessed with the powerful and inspiring Word of God, which provides us with guidance, strength, and hope. Here are 15 Bible verses that will uplift your spirit and remind you of God's unwavering love and faithfulness:
1️⃣ "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
2️⃣ "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
3️⃣ "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." - 1 Peter 5:7
4️⃣ "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
5️⃣ "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." - Matthew 11:28
6️⃣ "The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged." - Deuteronomy 31:8
7️⃣ "Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed," says the LORD, who has compassion on you." - Isaiah 54:10
8️⃣ "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." - Philippians 4:6
9️⃣ "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." - Matthew 6:33
🔟 "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." - John 14:27
1️⃣1️⃣ "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." - Romans 8:28
1️⃣2️⃣ "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
1️⃣3️⃣ "For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline." - 2 Timothy 1:7
1️⃣4️⃣ "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." - Romans 5:1
1️⃣5️⃣ "And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love." - 1 Corinthians 13:13
These Bible verses are not merely words on a page, but they carry the power and presence of God. Just as Jesus provided hope and encouragement to those he encountered during his earthly ministry, we too can find comfort in his teachings and examples.
Remember, dear reader, that God loves you unconditionally and desires the best for your life. In times of difficulty, turn to his Word and find solace in the promises he has made. Trust in his plans for you, for they are plans to give you hope and a future.
May you be filled with the joy and peace that comes from knowing and loving God. May you find strength and encouragement in his Word, and may you share that love and encouragement with others. May God bless you abundantly and guide you on your journey of faith. Amen. 🙏🌟
God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. – 1 Corinthians 1:9
👥Faiza
Guest
Jul 4, 2020
Luke 6:27-31 – "But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. If someone slaps you on one cheek, turn to them the other also. If someone takes your coat, do not withhold your shirt from them. Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back. Do to others as you would have them do to you."
👥Amina
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Jul 3, 2020
1 Corinthians 13:4-7 – "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."
👥Irene Makena
Guest
Jul 2, 2020
God's promises are always true
👥Patrick Mutua
Guest
Jun 14, 2020
For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love, and self-discipline. – 2 Timothy 1:7
👥Bahati
Guest
Jun 8, 2020
Be still and know that I am God. – Psalm 46:10
👥Catherine Naliaka
Guest
Jun 7, 2020
Faith is believing in advance what only makes sense in reverse. – Philip Yancey
👥Grace Mushi
Guest
Jun 6, 2020
For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. – Romans 8:38-39
👥Zakia
Guest
May 29, 2020
Faith is not blind, but it sees beyond the natural into the supernatural. – Unknown
👥Rose Mwinuka
Guest
May 20, 2020
In faith, all things are possible
👥Isaac Kiptoo
Guest
May 17, 2020
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. – Galatians 5:22-23
👥Nassor
Guest
May 15, 2020
And Jesus said to him, ‘Go; your faith has made you well.’ Immediately he regained his sight and began following Him on the road. – Mark 10:52
👥Latifa
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May 15, 2020
But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one. – 2 Thessalonians 3:3
👥George Ndungu
Guest
May 14, 2020
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. – Psalm 46:1
👥Hamida
Guest
May 9, 2020
Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be shaken but endures forever. – Psalm 125:1
👥Robert Ndunguru
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Apr 29, 2020
Praying for you 🙏
👥Ruth Wanjiku
Guest
Apr 29, 2020
John 10:9-11 – "I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out, and find pasture. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep."
👥Wilson Ombati
Guest
Apr 27, 2020
We are saved by His mercy, not by our deeds
👥Alice Mwikali
Guest
Apr 26, 2020
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. – Philippians 4:13
👥Edward Lowassa
Guest
Apr 21, 2020
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.'"
👥Rose Lowassa
Guest
Apr 21, 2020
Inspiring words, thank you! 🙏✨
👥Alice Mwikali
Guest
Apr 20, 2020
The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him. – Psalm 37:23
👥Peter Mwambui
Guest
Apr 16, 2020
Therefore, encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing. – 1 Thessalonians 5:11
👥Nancy Kabura
Guest
Apr 3, 2020
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."
👥Khamis
Guest
Apr 1, 2020
Faith is not knowing what the future holds, but knowing who holds the future. – Unknown
👥Jamal
Guest
Mar 26, 2020
Worry ends where faith begins. – George Mueller
👥Anna Mchome
Guest
Mar 23, 2020
This one really hit home. I’m going to share it with my friends.
👥Diana Mumbua
Guest
Mar 21, 2020
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."
👥Alice Jebet
Guest
Mar 20, 2020
Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you. – 1 Peter 5:7
👥Fadhila
Guest
Mar 15, 2020
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."
👥Maimuna
Guest
Mar 8, 2020
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."
👥David Musyoka
Guest
Feb 29, 2020
Galatians 6:7-9 – "Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."
👥Catherine Naliaka
Guest
Feb 16, 2020
Love the simplicity and wisdom here. 🌿
👥Jamila
Guest
Feb 15, 2020
Your faith can move mountains, and your doubt can create them. – Unknown
👥Henry Sokoine
Guest
Feb 12, 2020
Wow, this really hit home.
👥Joyce Aoko
Guest
Feb 8, 2020
Adding this to my favorites!
👥Peter Mugendi
Guest
Jan 21, 2020
The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. – Psalm 145:18
👥Dorothy Nkya
Guest
Jan 20, 2020
Adding this to my favorites! ❤️ This quote is not only inspiring but also timeless. It’s one of those quotes that you can return to again and again, finding new meaning in it each time. I’m definitely saving this one because I know I’ll want to revisit it whenever I need a little extra encouragement. It’s amazing how certain words can have such a lasting impact on your mindset. Thank you for sharing something so meaningful!
👥Benjamin Kibicho
Guest
Jan 20, 2020
Short but so impactful!
👥Michael Onyango
Guest
Jan 15, 2020
Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe. – Saint Augustine
👥Shani
Guest
Dec 24, 2019
This quote is so uplifting! 💫
👥Jamila
Guest
Dec 22, 2019
The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. – Zephaniah 3:17
👥Charles Mchome
Guest
Dec 14, 2019
Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. – John 14:1
👥Alex Nyamweya
Guest
Dec 6, 2019
Faith is trusting God when you have unanswered questions. – Joel Osteen
👥Peter Tibaijuka
Guest
Nov 22, 2019
I can feel the wisdom in this quote—it’s definitely one to remember.
👥Mary Njeri
Guest
Nov 22, 2019
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.'"
👥Issack
Guest
Nov 10, 2019
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
👥Isaac Kiptoo
Guest
Oct 30, 2019
Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. – Jeremiah 17:7
👥Sharon Kibiru
Guest
Oct 28, 2019
The righteous shall live by faith. – Romans 1:17
👥Sarah Achieng
Guest
Oct 23, 2019
1 Peter 1:3-5 – "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy, he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade. This inheritance is kept in heaven for you, who through faith are shielded by God’s power until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time."
👥Muslima
Guest
Oct 23, 2019
Love this, so inspiring!
👥Agnes Sumaye
Guest
Oct 16, 2019
Timely reminder, thank you! ⏰
👥Anthony Kariuki
Guest
Oct 10, 2019
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."
👥Safiya
Guest
Oct 6, 2019
To trust God in the light is nothing, but to trust Him in the dark, that is faith. – Charles Spurgeon
👥Rose Waithera
Guest
Oct 5, 2019
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.'"
👥Mwafirika
Guest
Oct 1, 2019
In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. – Proverbs 3:6
👥Joy Wacera
Guest
Sep 28, 2019
Beautiful and meaningful quote. 🌸 I love how this quote captures such a profound message with such elegance and grace. It’s not just beautiful in its wording, but also in the truth it conveys. There’s so much wisdom in these few lines, and it’s something I’ll carry with me for a long time. It’s a reminder to focus on what truly matters in life and to find beauty in the simple moments. Thank you for sharing this lovely message!
👥Alex Nyamweya
Guest
Sep 27, 2019
The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still
