What Does The Bible Say About Adversity? (35 Bible Verses)
Life is full of challenges, but how should we face adversity according to the Bible? From personal struggles to global crises, scripture offers wisdom on navigating difficult times with faith and resilience. Join us as we explore the comforting words and powerful examples found in the Bible that guide us through life’s toughest moments.
What Does The Bible Say About Adversity
1 Peter 5:10 – God Will Restore You
“And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.”
John 16:33 – Take Heart, Jesus Has Overcome
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
Psalm 34:19 – God Rescues the Righteous
“The righteous person may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all.”
2 Corinthians 4:8-9 – Troubles Are Temporary
“We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.”
James 1:12 – Blessings in Enduring Trials
“Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.”
Romans 8:18 – Our Present Suffering is Incomparable
“I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.”
2 Corinthians 12:9-10 – God’s Power in Weakness
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”
Psalm 23:4 – God’s Presence in the Valley
“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
Isaiah 41:10 – God Strengthens and Helps
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trust in the Lord
“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.”
Psalm 46:1 – God Is Our Refuge
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
Matthew 11:28-30 – Find Rest in Christ
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
2 Timothy 1:7 – God Has Given Us a Spirit of Power
“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love, and self-discipline.”
Psalm 91:1-2 – Find Shelter in the Most High
“Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.’
Psalm 37:23-24 – God Establishes Our Steps
“The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand.”
Romans 5:3-5 – Character is Built Through Endurance
“Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.”
Hebrews 12:11 – Discipline Yields a Harvest of Righteousness
“No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.”
Psalm 119:71 – Affliction Can Bring Spiritual Growth
“It was good for me to be afflicted so that I might learn your decrees.”
Matthew 5:11-12 – Blessed Are Those Persecuted
“Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad because great is your reward in heaven, for, in the same way, they persecuted the prophets who were before you.”
Romans 8:28 – All Things Work Together for Good
“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.”
2 Thessalonians 3:3 – The Lord is Faithful
“But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.”
Romans 12:12 – Rejoice in Hope, Be Patient in Affliction
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”
Psalm 55:22 – Cast Your Burdens on the Lord
“Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.”
2 Corinthians 1:3-4 – God Comforts Us in All Our Troubles
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.”
John 14:27 – Jesus Gives Peace
“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.”
1 Corinthians 10:13 – God Provides a Way Out
“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.”
Psalm 27:1 – The Lord is Our Light and Salvation
“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?”
Deuteronomy 31:6 – Be Strong and Courageous
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”
Philippians 4:13 – Strength Through Christ
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”
Psalm 55:16-17 – Evening, Morning, and Noon
“As for me, I call to God, and the Lord saves me. Evening, morning, and noon, I cry out in distress, and he hears my voice.”
Hebrews 13:5-6 – God Will Never Leave You
“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.’ So we say with confidence, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?’”
Matthew 10:29-31 – God Cares for You
“Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father’s care. And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.”
Psalm 138:7 – God Preserves and Empowers
“Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life; you stretch out your hand against the anger of my foes, with your right hand you save me.”
Isaiah 40:31 – Strength and Renewal
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
Psalm 37:7 – Be Still Before the Lord
“Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes.”
Romans 12:21 – Overcome Evil With Good
“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
Galatians 6:9 – Do Not Grow Weary
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time, we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”
Psalm 91:14-16 – God Sets Us on High
“‘Because he loves me,’ says the Lord, ‘I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name. He will call on me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him. With long life, I will satisfy him and show him my salvation.’
Matthew 6:34 – Do Not Worry About Tomorrow
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”
Psalm 62:8 – Trust in Him at All Times
“Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.”
2 Corinthians 4:17 – Our Light and Momentary Troubles
“For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.”
James 5:11 – The Lord is Full of Compassion
“As you know, we count as blessed those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen what the Lord finally brought about. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy.”
