Courage is the mental or moral strength to confront fear, adversity, or uncertainty. It involves the willingness to act by one’s beliefs or values, even in the face of difficulty or potential consequences. Courage can manifest in both physical bravery and moral resilience even when it’s difficult or unpopular. It could also involve making tough decisions, taking risks, and standing firm in the face of adversity, all while maintaining integrity and a clear sense of moral purpose.
In the bible, “good cheer” is often used to denote courage, which encompasses boldness and confidence. The Bible conveys that true courage stems from having faith and trust in God in the face of fear, adversity, and uncertainty. And when we put our trust in God, we can overcome fear with faith and face any situation with steadfast determination, knowing that God is guiding and strengthening us along the way.
The Bible is filled with stories of ordinary people who displayed extraordinary courage. Through their faith in God, these people dealt with difficult situations and adversities overcoming overwhelming odds and emerged triumphantly. Whether confronting physical dangers, moral dilemmas, spiritual challenges, or making a life-changing decision, these stories serve as powerful reminders that true courage is deeply rooted in our relationship with God and not our own abilities.
In this blog post, we will learn about some of these amazing courageous people through a collection of Bible verses on Courage to inspire and encourage us to make bold decisions amidst challenging moments with unwavering faith and confidence in the Lord toward a fulfilling life.
“Faith in God has not saved people from hardships and trials, but it has enabled them to courageously bear tribulations and emerge victoriously.” Lee Roberson
35 Inspirational Bible Quotes on Courage
- Joshua 1:9 – “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
- 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?”
- Deuteronomy 31:6 – “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.”
- Isaiah 41:10 – “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.”
- 2 Timothy 1:7 – “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.”
- 1 Chronicles 28:20 – “David also said to Solomon his son, ‘Be strong and courageous, and do the work. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you or forsake you until all the work for the service of the temple of the Lord is finished.'”
- Psalm 31:24 – “Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord.”
- 1 Corinthians 16:13 – “Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.”
- Proverbs 3:5-6 – “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.”
- Romans 8:31 – “What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?”
- Ephesians 6:10 – “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.”
- Psalm 56:3-4 – “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?”
- Isaiah 12:2 – “Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord himself, is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation.”
- Hebrews 13:6 – “So we say with confidence, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?'”
- Psalm 23:4 – “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 43:1 – “But now, this is what the Lord says—he who created you, Jacob, he who formed you, Israel: ‘Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.'”
- Philippians 1:28 – “Without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a sign to them that they will be destroyed, but that you will be saved—and that by God.”
- Zephaniah 3:17 – “The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.”
19. Matthew 10:28 – “Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather, be afraid of the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell.”
20. John 14:27 – “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.”
21. 1 Peter 5:7 – “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
22. Romans 8:15 – “The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship. And by him we cry, ‘Abba, Father.'”
23. Psalm 118:6 – “The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?”
24. Mark 5:36 – “Overhearing what they said, Jesus told him, ‘Don’t be afraid; just believe.'”
25. Revelation 1:17 – “When I saw him, I fell at his feet as though dead. Then he placed his right hand on me and said: ‘Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last.'”
26. Daniel 10:19 – “He said, ‘Do not be afraid, you who are highly esteemed. Peace! Be strong now; be strong.’ When he spoke to me, I was strengthened and said, ‘Speak, my lord, since you have given me strength.'”
27. Exodus 14:14 – “The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.”
28. 2 Chronicles 32:7 – “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged because of the king of Assyria and the vast army with him, for there is a greater power with us than with him.”
29. Nehemiah 6:9 – “They were all trying to frighten us, thinking, ‘Their hands will get too weak for the work, and it will not be completed.’ But I prayed, ‘Now strengthen my hands.'”
30. Psalm 46:1-2 – “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea.”
31. 2 Samuel 10:12 – “Be strong and let us fight bravely for our people and the cities of our God. The Lord will do what is good in his sight.”
32. Acts 18:9 – “One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: ‘Do not be afraid; keep on speaking, do not be silent.'”
33. Hebrews 11:1 – “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”
34. Jeremiah 1:8 – “‘Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you,’ declares the Lord.”
35. Matthew 14:27 – “But Jesus immediately said to them: ‘Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.'”
Conclusion
Reflect on these scriptures and cultivate a courageous heart, trusting in the unfailing promises of the faithful God. When doubts about our strength and faith in the Lord arise, we can turn to these scriptures to encourage us to live in ‘good cheer’. Allow His word to guide you as you pursue your dreams or deal with life’s adversities, courageously. If there’s breath in you, PERSIST!
