50 Bible Verses Every New Christian Should Know

The 50 verses (reference + short takeaway)

1. John 3:16 — God’s love and the gift of salvation through Jesus.
2. Romans 3:23 — We all fall short; we all need God’s grace.
3. Romans 6:23 — Sin’s wages vs. God’s free gift of eternal life.
4. Romans 5:8 — God showed love by Christ dying for us while we were still sinners.
5. Ephesians 2:8–9 — Salvation is by grace through faith, not by works.
6. Romans 10:9–10 — Confessing and believing brings salvation.
7. John 14:6 — Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life.
8. 2 Corinthians 5:17 — In Christ you are a new creation.
9. 1 John 1:9 — Confess sin and receive forgiveness and cleansing.
10. Philippians 4:13 — Christ gives strength in every circumstance.
11. Philippians 4:6–7 — Replace anxiety with prayer; God’s peace will guard your heart.
12. Matthew 22:37–39 — Love God and love people — the greatest commands.
13. Galatians 2:20 — Living by faith in Christ who lives in us.
14. Psalm 23:1 — The Lord is our shepherd; we lack nothing.
15. Proverbs 3:5–6 — Trust God, not your understanding; He directs your path.
16. Isaiah 41:10 — Don’t fear—God strengthens and helps you.
17. Jeremiah 29:11 — God has good plans for your future.
18. Hebrews 11:1 — Faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance in what we can’t see.
19. James 1:22 — Be doers of the Word, not just listeners.
20. James 4:7 — Submit to God and resist the devil; he will flee.
21. 1 Peter 5:7 — Cast your worries on God because He cares for you.
22. 1 John 4:7–8 — True love comes from God; loving others shows God’s life in you.
23. Colossians 3:23 — Do everything heartily for the Lord, not for people.
24. Matthew 28:18–20 — The Great Commission: make disciples and baptize.
25. Acts 1:8 — The Holy Spirit empowers you to witness locally and worldwide.
26. John 15:5 — Remain in Jesus (the vine) to bear spiritual fruit.
27. Matthew 6:33 — Seek God’s kingdom first and trust He provides.
28. Psalm 46:1 — God is our refuge and strength in trouble.
29. Psalm 119:105 — God’s Word guides us like a lamp to our feet.
30. Romans 8:1 — No condemnation for those in Christ Jesus.
31. Romans 8:28 — God works all things together for good for those who love Him.
32. Romans 12:1–2 — Offer your life to God and be transformed by renewing your mind.
33. Hebrews 4:16 — Boldly approach God’s throne to receive mercy and grace in time of need.
34. Hebrews 10:24–25 — Encourage one another and don’t give up meeting together.
35. 1 Corinthians 10:13 — God provides a way out of temptation and will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear.
36. 1 Corinthians 13:4–7 — A clear picture of Christlike love: patient, kind, enduring.
37. Micah 6:8 — Act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God.
38. Luke 9:23 — To follow Jesus you must deny yourself and take up your cross daily.
39. Matthew 11:28–30 — Jesus offers rest for the weary and burdened.
40. Isaiah 53:5 — Christ suffered for our sins; through Him we find healing and peace.
41. Titus 3:5 — Salvation is by God’s mercy through renewal by the Holy Spirit.
42. Ephesians 6:11–13 — Put on the full armor of God to stand firm spiritually.
43. Philippians 2:3–4 — Live humbly and consider others more important than yourself.
44. Matthew 5:16 — Let your good works point others to God’s glory.
45. Galatians 5:22–23 — The fruit of the Spirit: the marks of a life shaped by God.
46. John 10:10 — Jesus came to give life—life to the full.
47. Colossians 3:12–14 — Clothe yourself with compassion, kindness, and love (which binds all together).
48. 2 Timothy 3:16–17 — Scripture equips you for every good work.
49. Psalm 51:10 — Ask God to renew a pure heart and steadfast spirit within you.
50. 1 John 5:11–13 — Assurance: God gives eternal life through His Son — know you belong to Him.