“In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
bible verses about life not being easy
Facing Trials and Challenges
John 16:33
“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.”
James 1:2-3
“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.”
Romans 5:3-4
“Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.”
1 Peter 1:6-7
“In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith—of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed.”
2 Corinthians 4:8-9
“We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.”
Philippians 1:29
“For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him but also to suffer for him.”
Matthew 11:28-30
“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.”
Colossians 1:24
“Now I rejoice in what I am suffering for you, and I fill up in my flesh what is still lacking in regard to Christ’s afflictions, for the sake of his body, which is the church.”
Hebrews 12:1-2
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith.”
Finding Strength in God
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.”
1 Chronicles 16:11
“Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.”
Psalms 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
Philippians 4:13
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”
Psalms 73:26
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
2 Timothy 1:7
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”
Exodus 14:14
“The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.”
Isaiah 40:31
“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.”
Matthew 19:26
“Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.’
Romans 8:31
“What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?”
Perseverance Through Trials
1 Corinthians 10:13
“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.”
Genesis 50:20
“You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.”
Romans 8:18
“I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.”
2 Timothy 2:12
“If we endure, we will also reign with him; if we disown him, he will also disown us.”
Revelation 2:10
“Do not be afraid of what you are about to suffer. Be faithful, even to the point of death, and I will give you life as your victor’s crown.”
Hebrews 10:36
“You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.”
Psalms 34:19
“The righteous person may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all.”
Philippians 3:14
“I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”
2 Corinthians 12:9
“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.”
Acts 14:22
“We must go through many hardships to enter the kingdom of God.”
Hope in Difficult Times
Lamentations 3:22-23
“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
Psalms 42:11
“Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.”
Isaiah 43:2
“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.”
Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
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.”
Psalms 31:24
“Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord.”
Psalm 30:5
“For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.”
Isaiah 41:13
“For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, ‘Do not fear; I will help you.’
Hebrews 6:19
“We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.”
God’s Presence in Hard Times
Psalms 139:7-10
“Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there.”
The Proverbs 18:10
“The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.”
Psalms 91:1-2
“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.’
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.’
John 14:18
“I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.”
Matthew 28:20
“And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
2 Chronicles 15:2
“The Lord is with you when you are with him. If you seek him, he will be found by you; but if you forsake him, he will forsake you.”
Luke 12:6-7
“Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.”
Matthew 7:7-8
“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.”
John 16:20
“Very truly I tell you, you will weep and mourn while the world rejoices. You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy.”
Trusting God’s Plan
Proverbs 16:9
“In their hearts, humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
Jeremiah 33:3
“Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.”
Psalms 37:5
“Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this.”
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.”
Proverbs 3:7
“Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and shun evil.”
Psalms 55:22
“Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.”
Ephesians 3:20
“Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.”
1 Peter 5:7
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
Isaiah 55:8-9
“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.”
Psalms 119:105
“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”
Final Thoughts
Life can often be tough, and we may find ourselves overwhelmed with difficulties. But as we read God’s word, we’re reminded of His presence and support during our hardest moments. God loves us deeply and is always there to lend us His strength when we feel weak. We are encouraged to trust in Him and lean on His promises. Together, we can face life’s struggles with hope, standing firm in our faith.
We are not alone; many of us share similar experiences. Let’s hold on to the hope that God’s plan is a perfect one, and we can grow through our trials. If you’re feeling down, remember to turn to scripture. It offers comfort and guidance.
If you want to discover more encouraging messages, check out our other topics, like overcoming fear and finding peace in chaos. Trust that God is with us every step of the way.