Dear brothers and sisters,
When we feel defeated, it can seem like the weight of the world is pressing down on us. We may feel overwhelmed, discouraged, and powerless, but we must remember that God is always with us. The Bible is filled with stories and verses that remind us of God’s love, strength, and unwavering support, even in the darkest of times.
Consider the story of David and Goliath. David, a young shepherd, faced a giant warrior with nothing but a sling and a few stones. Despite the odds, David did not let fear or defeat take over his heart. Instead, he relied on God’s strength and defeated Goliath. This story teaches us that no matter how big our challenges may seem, with faith in God, we can overcome them.
Another powerful example is the story of Joseph. Sold into slavery by his brothers, Joseph faced numerous hardships, including false accusations and imprisonment. Despite these trials, Joseph never lost faith in God. In the end, God elevated Joseph to a position of great power in Egypt, using his struggles for a greater purpose. This reminds us that even when we feel defeated, God has a plan for us, and our struggles can lead to greater blessings.
When feeling defeated, it’s essential to remember that God’s love and strength are always available to us. He promises to never leave us nor forsake us. Knowing this, we can find the courage to face our challenges, knowing that God is our ultimate source of strength and victory.
Dear friends, now let’s see the Bible scriptures below that talk about feeling defeated.
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me”
— Philippians 4:13
“Thou art my hiding place my shield: I hope in thy word”
— Psalm 119:114
“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
“He healeth the broken in heart, bindeth up their wounds”
— Psalm 147:3
“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
“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 troublesThe Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; saveth such as be of a contrite spiritMany are the afflictions of the righteous: but the Lord delivereth him out of them all”
— Psalm 34:17-19
“The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord : he delighteth in his wayThough he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the Lord upholdeth him with his hand”
— Psalm 37:23-24
“God is our refuge strength, a very present help in trouble”
— Psalm 46:1
“Cast thy burden upon the Lord , he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved”
— Psalm 55:22
“He only is my rock my salvation: he is my defence; I shall not be moved”
— Psalm 62:6
“My flesh my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, my portion for ever”
— Psalm 73:26
“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
“Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer”
— Romans 12:12
“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
“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
“Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us”
— Romans 8:37
“The Lord , he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed”
— Deuteronomy 31:8
“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
“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in theeTrust ye in the Lord for ever: for in the Lord Jehovah is everlasting strength”
— Isaiah 26:3-4
“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
“No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord , their righteousness is of me, saith the Lord”
— Isaiah 54:17
“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
“Let your conversation be without covetousness; be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake theeSo that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, I will not fear what man shall do unto me”
— Hebrews 13:5-6
“Jesus Christ the same yesterday, to day, for ever”
— Hebrews 13:8
“My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptationsKnowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patienceBut let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect entire, wanting nothing”
— James 1:2-4
“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
“God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away”
— Revelation 21:4
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord , thoughts of peace, not of evil, to give you an expected end”
— Jeremiah 29:11
“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
“For with God nothing shall be impossible”
— Luke 1:37
“Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, in the power of his might”
— Ephesians 6:10
“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
“The Lord thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing”
— Zephaniah 3:17