Dear brothers and sisters,
Finding strength in hard times is something that resonates deeply with all of us. Life is filled with challenges, but as believers, we are blessed with divine guidance and support. Our faith teaches us that we are never alone, even in our darkest hours. Through the Bible, we find countless examples of individuals who relied on God’s strength to overcome their struggles.
Consider the story of David, who faced immense trials yet found his strength in the Lord. Despite being pursued by King Saul and facing numerous battles, David trusted in God’s protection and guidance. His unwavering faith is a testament to how we can find strength by leaning on our Creator.
Another powerful example is the Apostle Paul, who endured numerous hardships, including imprisonment and physical suffering. Despite these trials, Paul remained steadfast in his faith. He drew strength from his relationship with God and encouraged others to do the same. Paul’s letters are filled with words of encouragement, reminding us that our strength comes from the Lord.
Dear friends, we can also look to Jesus, who faced the ultimate sacrifice. In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus prayed fervently, seeking strength from His Father. His example teaches us the importance of prayer and reliance on God during our own times of trial.
When we face difficulties, we must remember that our strength does not come from our own abilities but from God. He is our refuge and fortress, a present help in times of trouble. By turning to Him in prayer, reading His Word, and trusting in His promises, we can find the strength we need to persevere.
Dear friends, now let’s see the Bible scriptures below that talk about finding strength in hard times.
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me”
— Philippians 4:13
“Have not I commanded thee? Be strong of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest”
— Joshua 1:9
“Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, not be afraid: for the Lord Jehovah is my strength my song; he also is become my salvation”
— Isaiah 12:2
“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee”
— Isaiah 26:3
“For thus saith the Lord God , the Holy One of Israel; In returning rest shall ye be saved; in quietness in confidence shall be your strength: ye would not”
— Isaiah 30:15
“He giveth power to the faint; to them that have no might he increaseth strength”
— Isaiah 40:29
“But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, not be weary; they shall walk, not faint”
— Isaiah 40:31
“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”
— Isaiah 41:10
“When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; 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”
— Isaiah 43:2
“He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord”
— Psalm 112:7
“The Lord is my strength song, is become my salvation”
— Psalm 118:14
“I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my helpMy help cometh from the Lord , which made heaven earth”
— Psalm 121:1-2
“In the day when I cried thou answeredst me, strengthenedst me with strength in my soul”
— Psalm 138:3
“Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me: thou shalt stretch forth thine hand against the wrath of mine enemies, thy right hand shall save me”
— Psalm 138:7
“I have set the Lord always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved”
— Psalm 16:8
“The Lord is my rock, my fortress, my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, the horn of my salvation, my high tower”
— Psalm 18:2
“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod thy staff they comfort me”
— Psalm 23:4
“The Lord is my light my salvation; whom shall I fear? the Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”
— Psalm 27:1
“The Lord is my strength my shield; my heart trusted in him, I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; with my song will I praise him”
— Psalm 28:7
“Be of good courage, he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord”
— Psalm 31:24
“The righteous cry, the Lord heareth, delivereth them out of all their troubles”
— Psalm 34:17
“But the salvation of the righteous is of the Lord : he is their strength in the time of trouble”
— Psalm 37:39
“I waited patiently for the Lord ; he inclined unto me, heard my cryHe brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, set my feet upon a rock, established my goings”
— Psalm 40:1-2
“God is our refuge strength, a very present help in trouble”
— Psalm 46:1
“Call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, thou shalt glorify me”
— Psalm 50:15
“Cast thy burden upon the Lord , he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved”
— Psalm 55:22
“What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee”
— Psalm 56:3
“But I will sing of thy power; yea, I will sing aloud of thy mercy in the morning: for thou hast been my defence refuge in the day of my trouble”
— Psalm 59:16
“Truly my soul waiteth upon God: from him cometh my salvationHe only is my rock my salvation; he is my defence; I shall not be greatly moved”
— Psalm 62:1-2
“My flesh my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, my portion for ever”
— Psalm 73:26
“He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the AlmightyI will say of the Lord , He is my refuge my fortress: my God; in him will I trust”
— Psalm 91:1-2
“In the multitude of my thoughts within me thy comforts delight my soul”
— Psalm 94:19
“The Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of troubleAnd they that know thy name will put their trust in thee: for thou, Lord , hast not forsaken them that seek thee”
— Psalm 9:9-10
“Be strong of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee”
— Deuteronomy 31:6
“For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord’s”
— Romans 14:8
“Now the God of hope fill you with all joy peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost”
— Romans 15:13
“Not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patienceAnd patience, experience; experience, hope”
— Romans 5:3-4
“We know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose”
— Romans 8:28
“Come unto me, all ye that labour are heavy laden, I will give you restTake my yoke upon you, learn of me; for I am meek lowly in heart: ye shall find rest unto your soulsFor my yoke is easy, my burden is light”
— Matthew 11:28-30
“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”
— John 16:33
“Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, drink the sweet, 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”
— Nehemiah 8:10
“The Lord is my strength song, he is become my salvation: he is my God, I will prepare him an habitation; my father’s God, I will exalt him”
— Exodus 15:2
“The name of the Lord is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, is safe”
— Proverbs 18:10
“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; lean not unto thine own understandingIn all thy ways acknowledge him, he shall direct thy paths”
— Proverbs 3:5-6
“The Lord is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; he knoweth them that trust in him”
— Nahum 1:7
“So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, I will not fear what man shall do unto me”
— Hebrews 13:6
“Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, find grace to help in time of need”
— Hebrews 4:16
“It is of the Lord ‘s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail notThey are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness”
— Lamentations 3:22-23
“Therefore I will look unto the Lord ; I will wait for the God of my salvation: my God will hear me”
— Micah 7:7