Vietnam Evangelical Covenant Church – When we are worried or afraid, God is always with us and encourages us. Here are five Bible verses that bring encouragement:
God’s Word has power to encourage everyone, whoever you are and whatever your situation. Each of these five uplifting Bible verses contains a promise: God keeps, strengthens, treasures and never abandons His children. Scripture quotations are from the Berean Standard Bible (BSB).
5 Uplifting Bible Verses
1. 2 Timothy 1:12
“For this reason, even though I suffer as I do, I am not ashamed; for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that He is able to guard what I have entrusted to Him for that day.”
– 2 Timothy 1:12 (BSB)
This verse assures us that God will not let go of us until the day He returns and brings us into His kingdom. Paul was “convinced” that God “is able to guard” us “for that day,” or as Jude 1:24 says, He “is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you unblemished in His glorious presence, with great joy.” The only question is: do we trust Him?
2. Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.”
– Philippians 4:13 (BSB)
The context is that Paul had learned to be content in every circumstance (Philippians 4:11). He said, “I know how to live humbly, and I know how to abound. I am accustomed to any and every situation—to being filled and being hungry, to having plenty and having need” (Philippians 4:12). But it is through Christ, who strengthened Paul (and all of us), that he could do all things.
3. Zechariah 2:8
“For this is what the LORD of Hosts says: “After His Glory had sent Me against the nations who have plundered you—for whoever touches you touches the apple of His eye.””
– Zechariah 2:8 (BSB)
“The apple of His eye” refers to someone loved above all others, which is how God feels about His chosen people Israel. But surely those who have been redeemed and become God’s children can claim these words too. God will judge anyone who harms His children.
4. Joshua 1:5
“No one will be able to stand against you all the days of your life. As I was with Moses, so will I be with you. I will never leave you nor forsake you.”
– Joshua 1:5 (BSB)
These words come from God Himself. They carry His power and are His faithful promise. God was encouraging Joshua that He would be with him as He was with Moses. That means God would “never leave” or “forsake” him. Do you notice how this promise matches Hebrews 13:5?
5. Deuteronomy 31:8
“The LORD Himself goes before you; He will be with you. He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid or discouraged.”
– Deuteronomy 31:8 (BSB)
Suppose you had to go into territory you had never seen and wanted to know what lay ahead. In this verse, God promises that He will go before you and be with you. He even promises never to leave or forsake you. So we have no reason to be afraid or discouraged. When God has spoken, it is certain.
Conclusion
God promises that what He began in us, He will complete on the day of His return. We can be confident that we can do all things in Christ, who makes us stronger, will never leave or neglect “the apple of His eye,” and not only goes with us but goes before us. His promises reassure and comfort us when we are anxious or afraid, because He is always beside us and leading us.
Let God’s Promises Encourage Everyone in Your Family
All five verses are promises, not advice. Their encouragement lies not in how hard we try, but in the fact that God is faithful. He kept His word to Joshua and to Paul, and He will keep His word to you.
Tonight, try reading one verse from the list with your family. Have each person share one thing that is worrying them, then pray together using that promise. God’s Word read together encourages everyone in a special way.
You can also save a verse as your phone wallpaper, or send it to a friend going through a hard time. One of God’s promises shared at the right moment can lift someone more than you think.
You may also like: 26 Encouraging Bible Verses and 10 Bible Verses About the Promises of God.
Prayer
Lord, thank You for Your faithful promises. When we are anxious or afraid, remind us that You are always with us and go before us. Use us to encourage those around us. In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
Article: Quy Hà
Adapted from: FaithInTheNews.com
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