17 Bible Verses for Faith in Hard Times

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Life is not always easy, and holding on to our faith in hard times can be challenging.

Hard times are common to us all, not one of us can escape the ups and downs of life.

Knowing this though doesn’t make it any easier when we are going through them.

Whether its health problems, family or relationship problems, financial problems, or something else, going through hard times can often leave us feeling alone and isolated.

But we are never alone.  God promises us in His Word that He will never leave us or abandon us (Deuteronomy 31:6).

God’s Word even tells us that we will have problems (John 16:33), it’s part of living in a fallen world, but with this God assures us that He will also provide us with a way through them (1 Corinthians 10:13).

As believers we can find strength and comfort in our relationship with God and through His Word, knowing that He is with us no matter what we are going through.

The following verses have been an encouragement to me as I go through hard times, and I hope, that as you read through them and reflect on them, that you will find strength and encouragement in them also.

Proverbs 31:25

Strength and dignity are her clothing. She laughs at the time to come.

Psalm 46:1

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

Isaiah 43:2

When you pass through the waters, I will be with you, and through the rivers, they will not overflow you.  When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned, and flame will not scorch you.

Proverbs 18:10

Yahweh’s name is a strong tower: the righteous run to him, and are safe.

Romans 8:18

For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which will be revealed toward us.

Psalm 37:5

Commit your way to Yahweh. Trust also in him, and he will do this:

Philippians 4:6

In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.

1 Peter 5:7

Casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.

Psalm 91:4

He will cover you with his feathers. Under his wings you will take refuge. His faithfulness is your shield and rampart.

Romans 8:38-39

For I am persuaded that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing will be able to separate us from God’s love which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Hebrews 12:2

Looking to Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

Philippians 4:13

I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.

Joshua 1:9

Haven’t I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be dismayed, for Yahweh your God is with you wherever you go.”

Isaiah 41:10

Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.

Jeremiah 29:11

For I know the thoughts that I think toward you,” says Yahweh, “thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future.

Deuteronomy 31:6

Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid or scared of them; for Yahweh your God himself is who goes with you. He will not fail you nor forsake you.”

John 16:33

I have told you these things, that in me you may have peace. In the world you have trouble; but cheer up! I have overcome the world.”

May you know God’s peace that passes all understanding, His great strength, and His never ending unconditional love as you walk the ups and the downs of life’s journey with Him.

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29 Bible Verses About Money

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Money, we can’t live without it.

But what does the Bible say about it?

Is it ok to acquire wealth?  How should we use our money? What about the poor?

Scripture is often misquoted to say that money is the root of all evil, but that is not correct. It actually says that the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil.  So, there is no problem with having wealth, but it’s our attitude to it and what we do with our money that counts.

The Bible encourages us to be wise when it comes to our money and to be generous to others with what we have been given.

Here are 29 verses about money for you to reflect on.

Philippians 4:19

My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.

Malachi 3:10

Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house, and test me now in this,” says Yahweh of Armies, “if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there will not be room enough for.

Acts 20:35

In all things I gave you an example, that so laboring you ought to help the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, that he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

Matthew 6:21

For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

1 Timothy 6:10

For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some have been led astray from the faith in their greed, and have pierced themselves through with many sorrows.

Ecclesiastes 5:10

He who loves silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he who loves abundance, with increase: this also is vanity.

Proverbs 22:7

He who loves silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he who loves abundance, with increase: this also is vanity.

Romans 13:8

Owe no one anything, except to love one another; for he who loves his neighbor has fulfilled the law.

Psalm 37:16-17

Better is a little that the righteous has, than the abundance of many wicked. For the arms of the wicked shall be broken, but Yahweh upholds the righteous.

Proverbs 13:11

Wealth gained dishonestly dwindles away, but he who gathers by hand makes it grow.

1 John 2:15-17

Don’t love the world or the things that are in the world. If anyone loves the world, the Father’s love isn’t in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, isn’t the Father’s, but is the world’s. The world is passing away with its lusts, but he who does God’s will remains forever.

Hebrews 13:5

Be free from the love of money, content with such things as you have, for he has said, “I will in no way leave you, neither will I in any way forsake you.”

Matthew 19:21

Jesus said to him, “If you want to be perfect, go, sell what you have, and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.”

Deuteronomy 28:12

Yahweh will open to you his good treasure in the sky, to give the rain of your land in its season, and to bless all the work of your hand. You will lend to many nations, and you will not borrow.

Proverbs 3:9

Honor Yahweh with your substance, with the first fruits of all your increase:

Matthew 6:24

“No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or else he will be devoted to one and despise the other. You can’t serve both God and Mammon.

Luke 3:14

Soldiers also asked him, saying, “What about us? What must we do?”

He said to them, “Extort from no one by violence, neither accuse anyone wrongfully. Be content with your wages.”

Proverbs 10:4

He becomes poor who works with a lazy hand, but the hand of the diligent brings wealth.

Luke 16:13-15

No servant can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to one, and despise the other. You aren’t able to serve God and Mammon.” The Pharisees, who were lovers of money, also heard all these things, and they scoffed at him. He said to them, “You are those who justify yourselves in the sight of men, but God knows your hearts. For that which is exalted among men is an abomination in the sight of God.

Exodus 22:25

If you lend money to any of my people with you who is poor, you shall not be to him as a creditor. You shall not charge him interest.

Matthew 21:12-13

Jesus entered into the temple of God and drove out all of those who sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the money changers’ tables and the seats of those who sold the doves. He said to them, “It is written, ‘My house shall be called a house of prayer,’ but you have made it a den of robbers!”

1 Timothy 6:17-19

Charge those who are rich in this present world that they not be arrogant, nor have their hope set on the uncertainty of riches, but on the living God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy; that they do good, that they be rich in good works, that they be ready to distribute, willing to share; laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold of eternal life.

Luke 14:28

For which of you, desiring to build a tower, doesn’t first sit down and count the cost, to see if he has enough to complete it?

Ecclesiastes 11:1-2

Cast your bread on the waters; for you shall find it after many days. Give a portion to seven, yes, even to eight; for you don’t know what evil will be on the earth.

Acts 8:20

But Peter said to him, “May your silver perish with you, because you thought you could obtain the gift of God with money!

Proverbs 13:16

Every prudent man acts from knowledge,but a fool exposes folly.

Mark 12:41-44

Jesus sat down opposite the treasury, and saw how the multitude cast money into the treasury. Many who were rich cast in much. A poor widow came, and she cast in two small brass coins, which equal a quadrans coin. He called his disciples to himself, and said to them, “Most certainly I tell you, this poor widow gave more than all those who are giving into the treasury, for they all gave out of their abundance, but she, out of her poverty, gave all that she had to live on.”

Luke 12:33

Sell that which you have, and give gifts to the needy. Make for yourselves purses which don’t grow old, a treasure in the heavens that doesn’t fail, where no thief approaches, neither moth destroys.

Deuteronomy 15:7

If a poor man, one of your brothers, is with you within any of your gates in your land which Yahweh your God gives you, you shall not harden your heart, nor shut your hand from your poor brother; but you shall surely open your hand to him, and shall surely lend him sufficient for his need, which he lacks.

Scripture makes it clear that God wants us to be wise with our money, wise with our investments and how we use them.  He also wants us to be generous with what He has given us.  He wants us to use the gifts He has given us, including our money, to help others, and for His glory.

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39 Bible Verses for Depression

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Depression and mental illness are very real and serious issues in our society, and they can have far reaching impacts beyond just the person who is depressed.

There is no easy fix, and just because you are a person of faith does not mean you cannot suffer from depression.

As believers, we have an amazing resource in our relationship with God and in His Word the Bible.

The Bible offers us comfort, peace, strength and hope through our dark times and we can trust God and His promises.

Here are 39 Scripture verses of hope and encouragement.

1 Peter 5:7

Casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.

Matthew 11:28-30

“Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

Psalm 40:1-3

I waited patiently for Yahweh. He turned to me, and heard my cry. He brought me up also out of a horrible pit, out of the miry clay. He set my feet on a rock, and gave me a firm place to stand. He has put a new song in my mouth, even praise to our God. Many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in Yahweh.

Jeremiah 29:11

For I know the thoughts that I think toward you,” says Yahweh, “thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future.

Deuteronomy 31:8

Yahweh himself is who goes before you. He will be with you. He will not fail you nor forsake you. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be discouraged.”

2 Corinthians 10:4-6

The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. And we will be ready to punish every act of disobedience, once your obedience is complete.

Isaiah 41:10

Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.

Psalm 23:4

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,I will fear no evil, for you are with me. Your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

John 16:33

I have told you these things, that in me you may have peace. In the world you have trouble; but cheer up! I have overcome the world.”

Psalm 9:9

Yahweh will also be a high tower for the oppressed; a high tower in times of trouble.

Philippians 4:6-7

 In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.

Psalm 30:11

You have turned my mourning into dancing for me. You have removed my sackcloth, and clothed me with gladness.

Isaiah 40:31

But those who wait for Yahweh will renew their strength. They will mount up with wings like eagles. They will run, and not be weary. They will walk, and not faint.

Psalm 3:3

But you, Yahweh, are a shield around me, my glory, and the one who lifts up my head.

Lamentations 3:22-26

It is because of Yahweh’s loving kindnesses that we are not consumed, because his compassion doesn’t fail. They are new every morning. Great is your faithfulness. “Yahweh is my portion,” says my soul. “Therefore I will hope in him.” Yahweh is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him. It is good that a man should hope and quietly wait for the salvation of Yahweh.

Romans 8:38-39

For I am persuaded that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing will be able to separate us from God’s love which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Psalm 143:7-8

Hurry to answer me, Yahweh. My spirit fails. Don’t hide your face from me, so that I don’t become like those who go down into the pit. Cause me to hear your loving kindness in the morning, for I trust in you. Cause me to know the way in which I should walk, for I lift up my soul to you.

2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort; who comforts us in all our affliction, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, through the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.

Deuteronomy 33:27

The eternal God is your dwelling place. Underneath are the everlasting arms.
He thrust out the enemy from before you, and said, ‘Destroy!’

Psalm 40:2

He brought me up also out of a horrible pit, out of the miry clay. He set my feet on a rock, and gave me a firm place to stand.

Revelation 21:4

He will wipe away every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more; neither will there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain, any more. The first things have passed away.”

Psalm 34:18

Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit.

Isaiah 42:3

He won’t break a bruised reed. He won’t quench a dimly burning wick. He will faithfully bring justice.

Psalm 42:11

Why are you in despair, my soul? Why are you disturbed within me? Hope in God! For I shall still praise him, the saving help of my countenance, and my God.

Romans 8:28

We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, for those who are called according to his purpose.

Isaiah 26:3

You will keep whoever’s mind is steadfast in perfect peace, because he trusts in you.

Jeremiah 1:19

They will fight against you, but they will not prevail against you; for I am with you”, says Yahweh, “to rescue you.”

Philippians 4:8

Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report: if there is any virtue and if there is any praise, think about these things.

Psalm 42:3-5

My tears have been my food day and night, while they continually ask me, “Where is your God?” These things I remember, and pour out my soul within me, how I used to go with the crowd, and led them to God’s house, with the voice of joy and praise, a multitude keeping a holy day. Why are you in despair, my soul? Why are you disturbed within me?
Hope in God! For I shall still praise him for the saving help of his presence.

Lamentations 3:31-33

For the Lord will not cast off forever. For though he causes grief, yet he will have compassion according to the multitude of his loving kindnesses. For he does not afflict willingly, nor grieve the children of men.

Matthew 6:33-34

But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore don’t be anxious for tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Each day’s own evil is sufficient.

Hebrews 11:1

Now faith is assurance of things hoped for, proof of things not seen.

Proverbs 3:5-6

Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.

Psalm 46:10

“Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth.”

Mark 5:28

For she said, “If I just touch his clothes, I will be made well.”

Isaiah 61:1-3

The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor and the day of vengeance of our God, to comfort all who mourn, and provide for those who grieve in Zion — to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes,
the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor.

2 Timothy 1:7

For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.

Joshua 1:9

Haven’t I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be dismayed, for Yahweh your God is with you wherever you go.”

Philippians 4:13

 I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.

God loves you and is with you in your struggles. 

If you believe you may be suffering from depression you should speak with your doctor so they can assess your situation and offer you help and support.

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23 Bible Verses About Grief

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Grief is a sad, painful, and inevitable part of life.

You can’t go through life without experiencing grief at some point.

We often think of grief as associated with death, and that is true, the death of a loved one brings with it great pain and loss.

But there are other life experiences apart from death that also bring grief. We can also experience grief over a lost job, a lost relationship, a divorce, the loss of health, having to give up a home because of financial hardship, even grief over lost opportunities or what we may have once had.

Whatever is causing you to grieve, be assured, you are not alone.

God is with you, and He wants to comfort you and give you strength.

God gives us many promises in Scripture that we can claim and hold on to through our difficult and challenging times.

Here are 23 Scripture verses about grief for you to reflect on.

Psalm 34:18

Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit.

Matthew 11:28-30

 “Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

John 14:27

Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you; not as the world gives, I give to you. Don’t let your heart be troubled, neither let it be fearful.

Psalm 9:9

Yahweh will also be a high tower for the oppressed; a high tower in times of trouble.

John 16:22

Therefore you now have sorrow, but I will see you again, and your heart will rejoice, and no one will take your joy away from you.

Philippians 4:13

I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.

Psalm 18:2

Yahweh is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge; my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my high tower.

Romans 8:38-39

For I am persuaded that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing will be able to separate us from God’s love which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Revelation 21:4

He will wipe away every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more; neither will there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain, any more. The first things have passed away.”

Psalm 147:3

He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds.

2 Corinthians 4:17-18

For our light affliction, which is for the moment, works for us more and more exceedingly an eternal weight of glory, while we don’t look 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.

Psalm 73:26

My flesh and my heart fails, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

But we don’t want you to be ignorant, brothers, concerning those who have fallen asleep, so that you don’t grieve like the rest, who have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep in Jesus. For this we tell you by the word of the Lord, that we who are alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will in no way precede those who have fallen asleep. For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel and with God’s trumpet. The dead in Christ will rise first, then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air. So we will be with the Lord forever. Therefore comfort one another with these words.

1 Corinthians 15:52-57

In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound and the dead will be raised incorruptible, and we will be changed. For this perishable body must become imperishable, and this mortal must put on immortality. But when this perishable body will have become imperishable, and this mortal will have put on immortality, then what is written will happen: “Death is swallowed up in victory.” “Death, where is your sting? Hades, where is your victory?” The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

John 14:1-4

“Don’t let your heart be troubled. Believe in God. Believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many homes. If it weren’t so, I would have told you. I am going to prepare a place for you. If I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and will receive you to myself; that where I am, you may be there also. You know where I go, and you know the way.”

1 Peter 5:6-7

Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time, casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.

Romans 8:28

We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, for those who are called according to his purpose.

Philippians 4:6

In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.

Joshua 1:9

Haven’t I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be dismayed, for Yahweh your God is with you wherever you go.”

Matthew 5:4

Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.

Hebrews 4:14-16

Having then a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let’s hold tightly to our confession. For we don’t have a high priest who can’t be touched with the feeling of our infirmities, but one who has been in all points tempted like we are, yet without sin. Let’s therefore draw near with boldness to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and may find grace for help in time of need.

2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort; who comforts us in all our affliction, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, through the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.

John 11:25-26

Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will still live, even if he dies.  Whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?”

We all experience our grief differently, and we all express our grief differently, but during your time of grief I hope that you can find comfort and strength in God’s Word, knowing that He is with you, He has a plan for you, He will never leave you and He wants to give you hope for your future.

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