Bible Quotes on Strength and Courage

The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my savior;
my God is my rock, in whom I find protection.
He is my shield, the power that saves me,
and my place of safety.
 - Psalm 18:2

In life nothing is predictable. What will happen the next moment is a complete mystery. There are good as well as bad times, that we must face. In harrowing times, we often tend to lose courage and hope. But during these difficult times, we must not forget that God is always there to support us and encourage us with His steadfast love.

The following words of encouragement from the Bible have been specially selected since it is the Lord who speaks to the distressed through these motivational verses, which are given below.

The Lord is my light and my salvation
so why should I be afraid?
The Lord is my fortress, protecting me
from danger, so why should I tremble?
Psalm 27:1

He gives power to the weak. He increases the strength of him who has no might.
Isaiah 40:29

If you remain in me, and my words remain in you, you will ask whatever you desire, and it will be done for you.
John 15:7

Don't you be afraid, for I am with you. Don't be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.
Isaiah 41:10

Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong.
1 Corinthians 16:13

These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world.
John 16:33

When I am afraid, I will put my trust in Thee. In God, whose word I praise, In God I have put my trust; I shall not be afraid. What can [mere] man do to me?
Psalm 56:3-4

For God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of power and love and discipline.
2 Timothy 1:7

Have not I commanded you? Be strong, vigorous, and very courageous. Be not afraid, neither be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.
Joshua 1:9

The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.
Proverbs 18:10

God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging.
Psalm 46:1-3

Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.
Proverbs 3:5-6

I call on the LORD in my distress, and he answers me.
Psalm 120:1

When you want inspiration and courage, turn to the Bible and you will not leave empty handed. You will find so many inspirational Bible verses about strength, that empower you with confidence to face life's challenges head-on.

And Jesus said unto them ..., "If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible to you.
Romans 1:17

The LORD God is my strength, and he will make my feet like hinds' feet, and he will make me to walk upon mine high places.
Habakkuk 3:19

Weeping may remain for a night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.
Psalm 30:5

Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
1 Peter 5:6-7

And I will pray the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may abide with you forever - the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees Him nor knows Him; but you know Him, for He dwells with you and will be in you.
John 14:16-17

Teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age. Amen.
Matthew 28:20

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

And who is he that will harm you, if ye be followers of that which is good? But and if ye suffer for righteousness' sake, happy are ye: and be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled.
1 Peter 3:13-14

I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go, I will counsel you and watch over you.
Psalm 32:8

Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord and has made the Lord his hope and confidence.
Jeremiah 17:7

The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning...
Lamentations 3:22-23

Come unto me, ye who are weary and overburdened, and I will give you rest.
Matthew 11:28

I came that you may have and enjoy life and have it in abundance, until it overflows.
John 10:10

These were some words of encouragement and hope, which offer strength to a troubled soul. Be rest assured that the Lord will shield you from all the perils of life. I always read these encouraging Bible verses every time I feel low and depressed and the Lord guides me through the stormy winds. He will do the same for you, just don't lose faith. God Bless!!!