14 Bible Verses To Read When You Are Feeling Down
We all experience ups and downs, and highs and lows, at some point in our lives. For many, this period may last longer than it does for others.
However, even when life gets hard, believers can find comfort within the pages of God’s word. We trust that what is being experienced is only temporary and have faith that we will overcome.
Scriptures are a reminder that you are not alone. Listed are 14 Bible verses to read when you are feeling down.
Isaiah 41:10 (ESV)
“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.”
Psalm 34:17-18 (ESV)
17. “When the righteous cry for help, the LORD hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. 18. The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
John 16:33 (ESV)
33. “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”
Psalm 3:3 (ESV)
“But you, O LORD, are a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head.”
Psalm 40:1-2 (ESV)
1. “I waited patiently for the LORD; he inclined to me and heard my cry. 2. He drew me up from the pit of destruction, out of the miry bog, and set my feet upon a rock, making my steps secure.”
Psalm 9:9 (ESV)
“The LORD is a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.”
Psalm 37: 23-24 (ESV)
23. “The steps of a man are established by the LORD, when he delights in his way; 24. though he fall, he shall not be cast headlong, for the LORD upholds his hand.”
Joshua 1:9 (ESV)
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”
Matthew 11:28-30 (ESV)
28. “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”
Psalm 55:22 (ESV)
“Cast your burden on the LORD, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved.”
2 Corinthians 12:9 (ESV)
9. “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 of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. 10. For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”
Deuteronomy 31:8 (ESV)
“It is the LORD who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.”
Proverbs 3:5-6 (ESV)
5. “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. 6. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”
Jeremiah 29:11 (ESV)
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
The Bible encourages us to keep the faith and hold on to hope even in the not so good times. Problems will come and so will sadness, but these will pass. Find joy in the Lord and he will uplift your head.
All the best to you.
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