Bible Verses About Strength In Hard Times

When life gets rough, it can be difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel. In the midst of chaos, it’s easy to forget that the hard times are temporary. Time and time again, the Bible offers us a source of strength and encouragement.

As a Christian motivational speaker, I turn (and encourage others to turn) to the Bible for comfort and the courage to persevere. But what does the bible actually say about strength?

Here are 10 bible verses about strength in hard times:

What The Bible Says About Strength

Isaiah 41:10

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” – Isaiah 41:10

Exodus 15:2

“The Lord is my strength and my defense; He has become my salvation. He is my God, and I will praise Him, my father’s God, and I will exalt Him.” – Exodus 15:2

Isaiah 40:31

“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

Habakkuk 3:19

“The Sovereign Lord is my strength; He makes my feet like the feet of a deer, He enables me to tread on the heights.” – Habakkuk 3:19

Psalm 46:1

“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” – Psalm 46:1

2 Corinthians 12:9

“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 about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.” – Corinthians 12:9

Ephesians 6:10

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.” – Ephesians 6:10

Psalm 28:7

“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

Philippians 4:13

“I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.” – Philippians 4:13

1 Peter 5:10

“And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.” – 1 Peter 5:10