In life’s journey, we frequently confront challenges that push our strength and endurance to the brink. Whether it’s grappling with loss, financial strain, health issues, or the daily grind, there are moments of overwhelming fatigue and doubt about our ability to persevere. It’s in these tough times that we seek solace and guidance from inspirational sources.
For many, the KJV Bible serves as an enduring source of hope, offering timeless words of comfort and wisdom that resonate through the ages. Its pages contain a wealth of verses addressing strength during adversity—reminders of the potency of faith, the resilience of the human spirit, and the steadfast presence of God amidst our trials.
kjv Bible Verses About Strength In Hard Times
In this piece, we’ll explore a collection of KJV Bible verses concerning strength in hard times, uncovering their profound insights and enduring wisdom. From David’s Psalms to the teachings of Jesus, we’ll journey through scripture, discovering promises that bring comfort, courage, and hope to those weathering life’s storms. Through contemplation, meditation, and prayer, we’ll draw inspiration from these verses, allowing their message to strengthen our resolve and faith in facing adversity.
God’s Promises of Strength
1. Isaiah 41:10
“Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.”
2. Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
3. Psalm 28:7
“The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.”
4. Isaiah 40:29
“He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength.”
5. Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.”
6. 2 Corinthians 12:9
“And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”
7. Psalm 73:26
“My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.”
8. Nehemiah 8:10
“Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”
9. Psalm 18:32
“It is God that girdeth me with strength, and maketh my way perfect.”
10. Psalm 73:28
“But it is good for me to draw near to God: I have put my trust in the Lord God, that I may declare all thy works.”
Finding Strength in Faith
11. Hebrews 11:1
“Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.”
12. Psalm 119:28
“My soul melteth for heaviness: strengthen thou me according unto thy word.”
13. Romans 15:13
“Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.”
14. Psalm 27:1
“The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”
15. Habakkuk 3:19
“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. To the chief singer on my stringed instruments.”
16. Hebrews 13:6
“So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me.”
17. Romans 8:28
“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.”
18. 2 Timothy 1:7
“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.”
19. Psalm 31:24
“Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord.”
20. 2 Thessalonians 3:3
“But the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil.”
Encouragement in Times of Trial
21. Psalm 34:17
“The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.”
22. Isaiah 43:2
“When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.”
23. Psalm 55:22
“Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.”
24. James 1:2-4
“My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.”
25. Romans 5:3-5
“And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; And patience, experience; and experience, hope: And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.”
26. Psalm 138:3
“In the day when I cried thou answeredst me, and strengthenedst me with strength in my soul.”
27. Psalm 42:11
“Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God.”
28. 1 Peter 4:12-13
“Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.”
29. Romans 12:12
“Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer;”
30. 2 Corinthians 4:16-18
“For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.”
Trusting in God’s Providence
31. Proverbs 3:5-6″
Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.”
32. Psalm 55:22
“Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.”
33. Isaiah 26:3
“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.”
34. Psalm 9:10
“And they that know thy name will put their trust in thee: for thou, Lord, hast not forsaken them that seek thee.”
35. Psalm 91:2
“I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust.”
36. Psalm 20:7
“Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the Lord our God.”
37. Nahum 1:7
“The Lord is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him.”
38. Isaiah 41:13
“For I the Lord thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee.”
39. Romans 15:13
“Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.”
40. 2 Timothy 1:7
“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.”
Perseverance Through Trials
41. Romans 8:18
“For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.”
42. Psalm 34:19
“Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the Lord delivereth him out of them all.”
43. Romans 5:3-5
“And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; And patience, experience; and experience, hope: And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.”
44. James 1:12
“Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.”
45. 1 Peter 1:6-7
“Wherein ye greatly rejoice, though now for a season, if need be, ye are in heaviness through manifold temptations: That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ:”
46. 2 Corinthians 4:16-18
“For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.”
47. Romans 8:28
“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.”
48. Hebrews 12:11
“Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby.”
49. James 1:2-4
“My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.”
50. 1 Peter 4:12-13
“Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.”
Finding Comfort in God’s Word
51. Psalm 119:50
“This is my comfort in my affliction: for thy word hath quickened me.”
52. Psalm 119:105
“Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.”
53. Psalm 119:76
“Let, I pray thee, thy merciful kindness be for my comfort, according to thy word unto thy servant.”
54. Romans 15:4
“For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.”
55. Psalm 119:28
“My soul melteth for heaviness: strengthen thou me according unto thy word.”
56. Psalm 119:165
“Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them.”
57. Isaiah 40:8
“The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.”
58. John 16:33
“These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.”
59. Psalm 119:49
“Remember the word unto thy servant, upon which thou hast caused me to hope.”
60. Psalm 119:143
“Trouble and anguish have taken hold on me: yet thy commandments are my delights.”
Hope and Encouragement in God
61. Romans 15:13
“Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.”
62. Psalm 42:11
“Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God.”
63. Psalm 31:24
“Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord.”
64. 1 Peter 1:3
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,”
65. Psalm 119:116
“Uphold me according unto thy word, that I may live: and let me not be ashamed of my hope.”
66. Hebrews 6:19
“Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and stedfast, and which entereth into that within the veil;”
67. Psalm 146:5
“Happy is he that hath the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope is in the Lord his God:”
68. Romans 12:12
“Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer;”
69. Psalm 130:5
“I wait for the Lord, my soul doth wait, and in his word do I hope.”
70. Romans 8:24-25
“For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for? But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it.”
Conclusion
As we conclude our exploration of KJV Bible verses about strength in hard times, it’s evident that these scriptures provide a wealth of wisdom and encouragement for those enduring adversity. From the depths of despair to the peaks of triumph, the Bible encompasses the entirety of human experience, offering hope and solace to all who seek it.
During trials and tribulations, it’s common to feel overwhelmed and disheartened, losing sight of the guiding light ahead. However, as exemplified in these verses, we are reminded that we are never alone—God remains by our side, fortifying us with His strength and enveloping us in His love. By reflecting on these verses, by allowing their essence to saturate our hearts and minds, we can muster the courage to persevere, to endure through hardships, and to emerge from the tempest stronger and more resilient than ever.
May these verses stand as a wellspring of inspiration and consolation for all navigating difficult times. And let us always recall the Psalmist’s words: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea” (Psalm 46:1-2, KJV).
