When you are facing some of your toughest times, what Bible Scripture do you refer to? Many Christians cite Corinthians 13:4-8, which speaks about love, or John 3:16, which refers to eternal life.
“During your time of need, which Scripture do you refer to most?” was the question we asked a few of our readers on social media. Following are some of their responses.
“Just say the name of Jesus” – Pamela Gray
“Be not afraid neither be thou dismayed for the Lord thy God is with thee wheresoever thou goest” – Jackie McGhee-Ambulance
Philippians 3:13 – TaShae H.
In addition to these verses highly mentioned to by our readers, there are also a few others that can be referenced to depending on your current needs:
When you need to feel loved:
“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”
John 15:13
When you need to resolve conflict:
“If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over.”
Matthew 18:15
When you feel it’s impossible:
“Jesus replied, “What is impossible with man is possible with God.”
Luke 18:27
When you’re looking to forgive yourself:
“Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”
Romans 8:1
When you need confidence:
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
Proverbs 3:5-6
When you feel it’s not worth it:
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
Romans 8:28
When you feel as if you can’t complete a task:
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Philippians 4:13
When you are afraid:
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”
II Timothy 1:7
When you feel alone:
“Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, ’Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.’
Hebrews 13:5
When you seek bravery:
“The Lord is my strength, my bravery. He will walk me through places of trouble and suffering.”
Habakkuk 3:19
When others disappoint you:
“Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.”
Luke 23:34
