20 Encouraging Bible Verses for Overwhelming Times

1. Psalm 9: 9-10

The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.

2. Psalm 46: 1

God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.

3. Romans 8:28

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.

4. Philippians 4:6-7

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

5. Jeremiah 29:11

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.

6. Isaiah 40:31

But they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.

7. Psalm 71:5

For you, O Lord, are my hope, my trust, O LORD, from my youth.

8. Proverbs 23:18

Surely there is a future, and your hope will not be cut off.

9. Isaiah 41:10

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.

10. Deut 31:6

Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.

11. 1 Peter 5:7

Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.

12. Joshua 1:9

13. Mark 9:23

If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.

14. Psalm 55:22

15. Mark 10:27

Jesus looked at them and said, With man, this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God.

16. 1 Cor 10:13

17. Psalm 27:1

The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?

18. Proverbs 18:10

The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run into it and are safe.

19. John 14:27

But they who wait for the LORD shall renew Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.

20. Psalm 34:17-18

The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.