My Top 10 Bible Verses About Strength From 20 Years Of Ministry.
Do you ever need Bible verses about strength in your life? I know I do! In fact it seems, I need scriptures for strength quite often. So I compiled a list of my top 10 Scripture passages about strength. It is my prayer that these Scripture quotes from different men of God in the Bible will strengthen and encourage you in your walk with Jesus. Please feel free to print them out, pass them out to your friends and use them as status updates on Facebook to encourage others in the spiritual walk. I have not chosen perfect men and women to quote, but men who actually failed and rose back up to face their challenges and who learned how to obtain strength from God. At the end of this post, I will share with you my tips on how to obtain strength from God that I learned by going through the loss of my father, by dealing with the tragedy of divorce, and the 8 year test of my faith in returning to pastoral ministry. It was Bible verses about strength that got me through all of the trials I have had in life.
Listen to this video of 25 encouraging Bible verses about strength
My Top 10 List of Bible Verses concerning Strength to Encourage You
Here are some Bible quotes on strength from Moses for victory
#10 Exodus 15:2 New Living Translation (NLT) 2 The Lord is my strength and my song; he has given me victory. This is my God, and I will praise him— my father’s God, and I will exalt him!
There is strength that can be found when you praise and exalt the Lord.
#9 Joshua 1:9 New Living Translation (NLT) 9 This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
This is a great scripture to encourage you and give you hope because God is with you no matter what!
3 scriptures from King David showing you get strength from the Lord
#8 1 Chronicles 16:11 New Living Translation (NLT) 11 Search for the Lord and for his strength; continually seek him.
#7 Psalm 27:1 New Living Translation (NLT) Psalm 27 A psalm of David. 1 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?
#6 Psalm 46:1 New Living Translation (NLT) Psalm 46 For the choir director: A song of the descendants of Korah, to be sung by soprano voices. 1 God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.
These three scriptures show that when your focus is on the Lord instead of your troubles that you will find the strength to overcome any situation!
A verse from the Prophet Isaiah to encourage you when you are weak
#5 Isaiah 40:29 New Living Translation (NLT) 29 He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless.
This scripture should give you comfort and hope as when you are feeling down and without any strength of your own.
These verses from the Apostle Paul tie strength to grace.
#4 2 Corinthians 12:9 New Living Translation (NLT) 9 Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me
#3 Philippians 4:13 New Living Translation (NLT) 13 For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.
#2 Ephesians 3:16 New Living Translation (NLT) 16 I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit.
Strength comes from God. It is through your relationship with Jesus that you find the strength to carry on. That relationship is provided for by grace and not works. It is all about the grace of God giving you the strength, not you finding a secret key to strength.
My Favorite Scripture Verse about strength comes from Jesus
#1 Acts 1:8 New Living Translation (NLT) 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”
This is by far one of my favorite Scriptures on strength. It is the promise of God that if we will allow the Holy Spirit to come upon us and empower us, we will have dynamite power. The Greek word for power is dunamis, which we get our word dynamite from. It means explosive power. You too can have this explosive strength in your life.
The first thing you need to do is Meet Jesus and make sure you have a personal relationship with Him. After that, then read these Scripture verses daily and start asking God to give you His Holy Spirit and allow the Holy Spirit to empower you. He will give you strength!
5 Biblical quotes about strength.
Unbelief is infectious! The unbelief of one strengthens the unbelief of another, just as the faith of one strengthens the faith of another. - Arthur W. Pink
Only he who can say, ‘The Lord is the strength of my life’ can say, ‘Of whom shall I be afraid?’ - Alexander MacLaren
[God desires] not that He may say to them, “Look how mighty I am, and go down upon your knees and worship,” for power alone was never yet worthy of prayer; but that He may say thus: “Look, my children, you will never be strong but with my strength. I have no other to give you. And that you can get only by trusting in me. I can not give it you any other way. There is no other way.” - George Macdonald
Trying to do the Lord’s work in your own strength is the most confusing, exhausting, and tedious of all work. But when you are filled with the Holy Spirit, then the ministry of Jesus just flows out of you. - Corrie Ten Boom
God’s means of delivering us from sin is not by making us stronger and stronger, but by making us weaker and weaker. That is surely rather a peculiar way of victory, you say; but it is the divine way. God sets us free from the dominion of sin, not by strengthening our old man but by crucifying him; not by helping him to do anything, but by removing him from the scene of action. - Watchman Nee
I hope you have enjoyed my list of Bible verses about strength and have received the strength and encouragement you were looking for. Remember none of these guys were perfect but they all found strength in God.
Blessings to you all!
Pastor Duke.
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I find encouragement in this one too:
Mat 12:20 A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgment unto victory.
That is a great verse Laura!
I was feeling very discouraged today. I googled "Bible verses about strenth" and found your articule to be such an encouragement. Thank you so much for being obedient to the Holy Spirit and helping others, Pastor Duke! May God continue to bless you!
thank you so much a was with Jesus and was led astray. Now I'm 5 days clean from some bad drugs and this helped me so much. I asked Jesus to live inside me again tonight. Thank you
You are very welcome. It is the whole reason this list of bible verses is here and the purpose of this website. God Bless you. I am glad I was privileged to play a small part.
anonymous-thats great too hear!! Dont give up! Life can be tough but you gotta fight the good fight.
Matt 19:26 Jesus looked at them and said "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible"
II Corinthians 2:9 brought tears to my eyes because I am going through a few things right now at work and personally. I know that Jesus Christ has got my situation in the palm of his handout it still hurts. I know that no situation has takenJesus by surprise. I just cannot say the same.
Where in the Bible is the scripture “n this world you will have many trials and tribulations, but be of good cheer, for I have overcome the world.”
Thank you
John 16:33
These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”
I am so glad that these Scripture verses on strength have been such a blessing. It is the whole reason this webiste exists, to bless people wanting to grow in their spiritual walk.
this is great, thank u!!
You are more than welcome Lise, it is my pleasure!
I have a mandatory pt test tomorrow morning! This helps, I’m not a fitness guru and working out isn’t my best! Especially pushups, I pray God gives me the strength to push through and excel so I can continue my career in the air force!
Blessings to you Amanda and I am sure He will be faithful to give you strength! And on behalf of myself and my congregation, Thank you so much for your service for all of us!
I just love your website. Thank you so much for sharing all that you do. It has truly helped me personally in my life. I come here daily. You lists of bible verses like Bible verses about faith and Bible verses about hope have helped me more than once. Keep up the good work!
Bill,
Thanks for the kind words and I am so glad that these bible verses about strength have helped you in your life. They have helped me as well. Keep your eyes on Jesus and you will have the victory!
Hi handsome,
I thought I would stop by and see how the website is doing. It is looking great! Hey do you have any suggestions for Bible verses for mothers? My mom’s birthday is coming up soon.
Love ya and hope to see you in Vegas again soon!
Well hello there stranger! So glad to hear from you. I have asked one of my lady friends to do a couple of guest posts on Bible verses about mothers and another for women in general. I will let you know when they are posted but if you need them sooner, just let me know. Still have my number?
Pastor Duke,
I just wanted to let you know that your Bible verses about strength have helped me a lot while I have been going through treatment for alcoholism. Thanks for all you do.
Thank you so much Jesus Lover! These verses on strength have helped me over the years too. Remember that He is strong when we are weak. Glad you liked the Bible verses about strength.
may the living GOD bless you so much…………………..
my strength has been up lifted again…………
I am glad that this was a blessing to you. It is why I have put the time into it. God is faithful!
Isinde Emmanuel I am glad it was a blessing to you. It is the whole reason why this website exists
Duke Taber lam ayouth but my life in christ had gone down ,like praying ,and other issues in life so l was looking 4 ves, to give me strength , and it was true my strength was up lifted that time thank you ………..gbu
Isinde Emmanuel Blessings to you as well my brother. Jesus will see you through and give you the strength
thanks for that perfect love you have shown me,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,gbu
<3 my favorite is #6.
Hi Gabriella, Thanks for commenting! He is our help in time of trouble isn't He? It is one of my favs as well.
Duke Taber Yes he is, i read this bible verse in my time of need and to be honest if i didn't find the path of God in my life i wouldn't be where i am today (: that verse is in my tattoo sketch that i am getting (:
Gabriella Klingensmith That is awesome!
Thank's! And be bless all the time my friend and Christ jesus.
You are very welcome Ceth. May you have blessings and strength as well!
GLORY BE TO GOD.
Amen brother. He gets all the glory!
wishing long life for this bible teachings pls remember me prayer ev'ry day pater.
Thank you my brother. I will remember to pray for you that God will give you strength.
Acts 2: 35?
Hi Grant, The scripture you are referring to is a quote from Psalm 110 and is part of a Messianic prophecy concerning Jesus. In context of the book of Acts it is part of Peter's first sermon to the people who witnessed the outpouring of the power of the Holy Spirit to show them that they needed to accept Jesus as their Savior.
Thank you, Pastor Duke. I prayed for strength this morning because I am going through some trying situations. I thank God for filling you with the Holy Spirit that led you to these passages and I thank you for sharing them here. God Bless.
Ed I am so glad that you found my website and found the strength and encouragement you were looking for. Those that seek Him will find Him and He will give you strength!
thank you for taking time out to research these bible scriptures
You are more than welcome Kevin. I hope that you found strength in the bible verses that I chose.
I just revamped this page the first of March. Tell me what all of you think about the new layout with this post on strength Bible verses!
Hey Preacher Man
Thanks for the great scriptures on strength! Really needed this today! Bless you!