Bible Verses About Encouragement (KJV)
Thirteen Bible verses about encouragement from the King James Version, for days when you feel tired or discouraged, with a short reflection and prayer.
A Prayer for Encouragement
Lord, some days I feel worn thin. The work is heavy, the news is hard, and I forget that You are near.
Speak a word of courage into my heart today. Remind me that I am not walking alone, that what I carry is not too much for You, and that small faithful steps still count.
Make me an encourager too. Let me notice who around me is struggling, and give me the right word at the right time.
Strengthen my heart, and let me hope in You. Amen.
How to Use These Verses
Encouragement in Scripture is rarely just a cheerful thought. Again and again the Bible says be of good courage because the Lord is with thee. The comfort rests on God's presence, not on how we feel.
Choose one verse that speaks to you today. Read it slowly, twice. Then say it back to God in your own words, and carry it with you: write it on a card, or set it as your phone's lock screen. Many people find one verse repeated through the day does more than ten read quickly.
The last verses here, from Paul's letters, are also a reminder that encouragement is something we give to one another.
Scripture to Pray With
Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and 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 (KJV)
And 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 (KJV)
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 (KJV)
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
Isaiah 40:31 (KJV)
Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD.
Psalm 31:24 (KJV)
The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.
Psalm 34:18 (KJV)
Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Matthew 11:28 (KJV)
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 (KJV)
Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.
Romans 15:13 (KJV)
And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.
Galatians 6:9 (KJV)
Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4 (KJV)
Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do.
1 Thessalonians 5:11 (KJV)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good Bible verse for encouragement?
Joshua 1:9 is one of the most loved: "Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid... for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest." Isaiah 41:10 and Psalm 31:24 are also common choices.
What does the Bible say about encouraging others?
1 Thessalonians 5:11 says to comfort one another and build each other up. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 adds that God comforts us so that we can comfort others.
Which Bible verse helps when you feel like giving up?
Galatians 6:9 says not to grow weary in doing good, for in due season we shall reap. Isaiah 40:31 promises that those who wait on the LORD will renew their strength.
Which verses encourage a broken heart?
Psalm 34:18 says the LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart. Matthew 11:28 invites the weary to come to Jesus for rest.
Last updated 2026-10-09