We all have those Bible verses in our lives that we rely on to help us feel better during our difficult times. I know that I have several that I look to for assurance, and I hope to come across more Bible verses that change my life.
1. Isaiah 50:7 "Because the Sovereign Lord helps me, I will not be disgraced. Therefore have I set my face like flint, and I know I will not be put to shame."
Because the Lord helps me, I will not be disrespected. I am determined that I will not be put to shame.
2. Luke 6:27-28 "But to you who are listening, I say "Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you. Bless these who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you."
I have relied on this verse for a while now, especially recently. Something personal happened with one of my friends, and it led me to realize that I shouldn't let ANYONE choose who I am friends with. I say that because I was judged by who I was talking to. Instead of being mad at her, I just prayed for her even though I knew I was being talked about.
3. Matthew 7:1 "Do not judge, or you too will be judged."
I used to be so quick to judge others. Then I realized that just because I don't know somebody, doesn't give me any reason to judge them. There are so many people who are struggling with something in their lives. Everyone is going through something behind closed doors. We have no reason to judge.
4. 2 Corinthians 12:9 "But he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."
His Grace is enough for me and you. I realize more and more every day just how awesome God really is. He provides miracles every day. His power is perfect in the times that I'm weak.
5. Romans 8:18 "I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us."
There's a purpose for the suffering we go through. The Glory that will be revealed in us will not compare to the suffering that we go through.
6. Romans 8:31 "What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?"
This needs no explanation. None of these verses do. But this one is so obvious. Who can be against us if God is for us? Nobody. Of course, we have those who mistreat us but none of that matters if God loves us.
7. 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."
I strive every day to renew my strength by putting hope in the Lord.
8. Joshua 1:9 "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go."
Another verse that I completely obvious. Do not be afraid, for God is always with me.
9. Romans 12:21 "Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good."
Bad things will happen to us. That's just how it is sometimes. People will hurt us. Its part of life. But when someone does something evil to us, we shouldn't repay them with evil. Instead, we should do good. Pray for them, and do not mistreat them.
10. Acts 20:25 "... "It is more blessed to give than to receive."
When I do something nice for someone else, I feel so good. I feel like I have served God in some way. I look forward to serving God more and more every day.