Courage Now: 50 Bible Verses to Face Challenges

Strength & Courage (1–10)

1. Joshua 1:9 — Be strong and courageous; God is with you wherever you go.
2. Deuteronomy 31:6 — Don’t be afraid; God will not fail or abandon you.
3. Isaiah 41:10 — Do not fear — God strengthens, helps, and upholds you.
4. Psalm 56:3 — When fear comes, I will trust in God.
5. Psalm 27:1 — The Lord is my light and salvation; I have no need to fear.
6. Philippians 4:13 — Christ strengthens me to face whatever comes.
7. Romans 8:31 — If God is for us, no one can overcome us.
8. 2 Timothy 1:7 — God gives a spirit of power, love, and self-control, not fear.
9. Psalm 23:4 — Even in the darkest valley, I fear no evil; God is with me.
10. Hebrews 13:5–6 — God will never leave you; therefore you can be confident.

Trust & Peace (11–20)

11. Proverbs 3:5–6 — Trust the Lord wholeheartedly; He will guide your steps.
12. Matthew 6:34 — Don’t worry about tomorrow; focus on today’s grace.
13. Isaiah 40:31 — Wait on the Lord and renew your strength like eagles.
14. Psalm 46:1 — God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help.
15. John 16:33 — In the world you’ll have trouble; Jesus says, take heart — He has overcome.
16. Romans 8:28 — God works all things for good for those who love Him.
17. Philippians 4:6–7 — Pray instead of worrying; God’s peace will guard you.
18. Psalm 34:4 — Seek the Lord and find deliverance from your fears.
19. Psalm 118:6 — The Lord is with me; I will not fear what people do.
20. 1 Peter 5:7 — Cast your anxieties on God; He cares for you.

Facing Fear (21–30)

21. Luke 12:22–26 — Don’t worry about life—God provides for you.
22. Jeremiah 29:11 — God’s plans for you are hopeful and purposeful.
23. Lamentations 3:22–23 — His steadfast love and mercies are new every morning.
24. 1 Corinthians 16:13 — Stand firm, be courageous, and act with strength.
25. Psalm 31:24 — Be strong and take heart, all who hope in the Lord.
26. Isaiah 43:2 — Through waters and fire, God remains with you.
27. Habakkuk 3:19 — The Lord is your strength; He makes you swift and sure.
28. Psalm 62:6 — God alone is my rock and salvation.
29. Exodus 14:14 — The Lord will fight for you; be still and trust.
30. 1 John 4:18 — Perfect love from God casts out fear.

Perseverance & Endurance (31–40)

31. Galatians 6:9 — Don’t grow weary—your work in good will be rewarded.
32. James 1:12 — Blessed is the one who endures trials with faith.
33. Romans 5:3–4 — Suffering produces perseverance and mature character.
34. 2 Corinthians 4:8–9 — Pressed but not crushed, knocked down but not destroyed.
35. Hebrews 12:1–3 — Run with perseverance, fixing your eyes on Jesus.
36. Philippians 3:13–14 — Press on toward the goal for the prize of heaven.
37. Colossians 1:11 — Be strengthened with power to endure with patience and joy.
38. 2 Thessalonians 3:3 — The Lord is faithful; He will strengthen and guard you.
39. Psalm 37:24 — Though someone stumbles, the Lord upholds them.
40. John 15:5 — Remain in Christ — He supplies what you need to bear fruit.

God’s Presence & Help (41–45)

41. Psalm 46:10 — Be still and know that God is God.
42. Hebrews 4:16 — Approach God’s throne of grace with bold confidence.
43. Isaiah 12:2 — God is my salvation; I will trust and not fear.
44. Psalm 121:1–2 — My help comes from the Lord, Maker of heaven and earth.
45. Romans 15:13 — God fills you with hope, joy, and peace as you trust Him.

Hope & New Beginnings (46–50)

46. 2 Corinthians 5:17 — In Christ you are a new creation; old things are gone.
47. Isaiah 40:29 — He gives strength to the weary and increases power to the weak.
48. Matthew 11:28–30 — Come to Jesus for rest; He lightens the load.
49. Zephaniah 3:17 — The Lord delights in you and brings joyful protection.
50. Revelation 21:4 — God will wipe away every tear; there will be a new, healed future.