25 Bible Verses for Comfort During Hard Times
These Bible verses for comfort have been a source of encouragement for people throughout time. Life can be hard and sometimes it may feel like we are alone in our struggles. But in times like these, it can be incredibly reassuring to remember that God is with us. He is our ultimate source of comfort. The Bible contains promises that remind us that we are never alone and provide us with the hope that we need to carry on.
One of the most comforting verses in the Bible is found in Deuteronomy 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."
Psalm 23:4 also provides comfort by reminding us of God’s constant presence, “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me."
Isaiah 41:10 offers assurance when faced with difficult circumstances, “Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you."
When we experience hardships it can be easy to fall into despair, but as Christians we have access to countless promises from scripture that offer words of comfort.
May the following Bible verses about comfort serve as reminder we can trust God in every circumstance, knowing that God will never leave us or forsake us, and that the presence of God's indwelling Spirit will be with us forever (John 14:15-17).
Bible Verses for Comfort
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.
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.
Psalm 71:21
You will increase my greatness and comfort me again.
Psalm 119:50
This is my comfort in my affliction, that your promise gives me life.
Psalm 119:76
Let your steadfast love comfort me according to your promise to your servant.
Isaiah 12:1
You will say in that day, “I will give thanks to you, O Lord, for though you were angry with me, your anger turned away, that you might comfort me.
Isaiah 49:13
Sing for joy, O heavens, and exult, O earth; break forth, O mountains, into singing! For the Lord has comforted his people and will have compassion on his afflicted.
Isaiah 61:1-2
The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me to bring good news to the poor; he has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to those who are bound; to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all who mourn.
Jeremiah 31:13
Then shall the young women rejoice in the dance, and the young men and the old shall be merry. I will turn their mourning into joy; I will comfort them, and give them gladness for sorrow.
Matthew 5:4
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
2 Corinthians 13:11
Finally, brothers, rejoice. Aim for restoration, comfort one another, agree with one another, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you.
2 Thessalonians 2:16-17
Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God our Father, who loved us and gave us eternal comfort and good hope through grace, comfort your hearts and establish them in every good work and word.
Philemon 1:7
For I have derived much joy and comfort from your love, my brother, because the hearts of the saints have been refreshed through you.
More Comforting Bible Verses
Deuteronomy 31:8-9
The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.
Job 5:11
He sets on high those who are lowly, and those who mourn are lifted to safety.
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.
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?
Psalm 27:12
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?
Psalm 145:18-19
The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them.
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.
Isaiah 43:1-2
Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.
John 16:22
So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy from you.
Colossians 1:11
May you be strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy.
Hebrews 13:5-6
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?"
The Holy Spirit is Our Comforter
John 14:15-17
If you love me, you will keep my commandments. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you.
