We often give up in the face of adversity, especially when we feel like we are not progressing.
But, if you can make one small change that leads to another and another, there will come a day when you will look back and realize how far you have come.
Remind yourself that God loves you and wants you to experience life to the fullest whenever you feel like giving up.
God’s plan is for you to flourish, not be harmed. If you’re having trouble in life, hang in there, better things are still to come!
When you have trouble staying positive, read comforting Bible verses to instill your faith. Let’s examine these encouraging Bible verses about never giving up.
Bible Verses About Not Giving Up
If you are going through hard times today, don’t lose heart. Count on the word of God to lift you.
When you grow weary, count on Christ Jesus, the Son of God. Put your faith in Christ. Put all your trust in the Lord. You are born of God.
These Bible verses about not giving up teach you to stand firm and hope in the Lord. God is faithful all the time.
Galatians 6:9 (ESV) – We Will Reap, If We Do Not Give Up
And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.
Philippians 4:13 (ESV) – I Can Do All Things Through Him
I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
Luke 1:37 (ESV) – Nothing Is Impossible With God
For nothing will be impossible with God.”
Isaiah 41:10 (ESV) – Be Not Dismayed
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
2 Chronicles 15:7 (ESV) – Take Courage
But you, take courage! Do not let your hands be weak, for your work shall be rewarded.”
Jeremiah 29:11 (ESV) – Plans For Welfare, And Not For Evil
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Joshua 1:9 (ESV) – Be Strong And Courageous
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Romans 8:28 (ESV) – Work Together For Good
And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.
Matthew 19:26 (ESV) – With God, All Things Are Possible
But Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (ESV) – Pray Without Ceasing
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
John 8:12 (ESV)
Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”
Hebrews 11:6 (ESV)
And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.
Proverbs 27:17 (ESV)
Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.
Proverbs 16:7 (ESV)
When a man’s ways please the Lord, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.
Hebrews 12:1-3 (ESV)
Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured from sinners such hostility against himself, so that you may not grow weary or fainthearted.
2 Corinthians 4:1(ESV)
Therefore, having this ministry by the mercy of God, we do not lose heart.
Job 23:10 (ESV)
But he knows the way that I take; when he has tried me, I shall come out as gold.
Romans 5:3-5 (ESV)
Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.
Ephesians 4:26 (ESV)
Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger,
Psalm 30:5 (ESV)
For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning.
John 3:16 (ESV)
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.
Psalm 35:1-3 (ESV)
Of David. Contend, O Lord, with those who contend with me; fight against those who fight against me! Take hold of shield and buckler and rise for my help! Draw the spear and javelin against my pursuers! Say to my soul, “I am your salvation!”
1 John 3:17 (ESV)
But if anyone has the world’s goods and sees his brother in need, yet closes his heart against him, how does God’s love abide in him?
Matthew 7:7-8 (ESV)
“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened.
Job 19:25 (ESV)
For I know that my Redeemer lives, and at the last he will stand upon the earth.
Hebrews 12:3 (ESV)
Consider him who endured from sinners such hostility against himself, so that you may not grow weary or fainthearted.
Bible Verses About Not Giving Up In Hard Times
Those who overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles and persist in their belief in God’s kindness and faithfulness are instances of those who did not give up hope.
In reality, the Bible is replete with passages that encourage us to persevere in hard times and remind us that, with God’s assistance, we can overcome any challenge.
These verses remind us that no matter what struggles we face in life, we are never alone and may find the bravery and fortitude to press on with God’s help and grace.
1 Corinthians 10:13 (ESV)
No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.
Hebrews 4:12 (ESV)
For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.
Psalm 16:11 (ESV)
You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.
James 1:12 (ESV)
Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.
Isaiah 41:10 (ESV)
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
2 Chronicles 15:7 (ESV)
But you, take courage! Do not let your hands be weak, for your work shall be rewarded.”
Jeremiah 29:11 (ESV)
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Joshua 1:9 (ESV)
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Romans 8:28 (ESV)
And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.
Matthew 19:26 (ESV)
But Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”
Conclusion
Knowing that He is always with us and His compassion and mercy will see us through any challenges, we can turn to God for support and direction when we are struggling.
God is with us at every turn, giving us the strength and bravery to keep going. We are not alone in our challenges.
These bible verses encourage us to keep our gaze fixed on God, put our faith in His promises, and keep the faith even when the path ahead looks complicated and lengthy.
So, whenever we feel like giving up, let’s remember the Bible’s encouraging words and draw Courage from them, knowing that Christ, who strengthens us, will enable us to accomplish anything.
