“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
Bible Verses About Personality
Understanding Our Unique Personalities
Psalm 139:14
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”
Romans 12:6
“We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith.”
1 Corinthians 12:7
“Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good.”
Galatians 5:22-23
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”
Jeremiah 1:5
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”
Psalm 8:5
“You have made them a little lower than the angels and crowned them with glory and honor.”
Ephesians 2:10
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
Proverbs 20:5
“The purposes of a person’s heart are deep waters, but one who has insight draws them out.”
1 Peter 4:10
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”
Colossians 3:23
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”
Developing Positive Traits in Our Personality
Philippians 4:8
“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”
Proverbs 16:24
“Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.”
Matthew 5:16
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”
1 Corinthians 13:4-5
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.”
Titus 3:2
“To slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and to show true humility toward all men.”
Romans 15:5
“May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had.”
Ephesians 4:32
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”
James 1:19
“My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.”
Proverbs 22:11
“One who loves a pure heart and who speaks with grace will have the king for a friend.”
Philippians 2:3
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.”
Embracing Our True Selves
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.”
Romans 8:1
“Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”
2 Corinthians 5:17
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”
Psalm 46:10
“Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”
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 4:24
“God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.”
Ephesians 4:24
“And to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.”
1 John 1:9
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.”
Philippians 1:6
“Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
James 1:5
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.”
The Impact of Our Personalities in Relationships
Hebrews 10:24-25
“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.”
1 Thessalonians 5:11
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.”
Colossians 3:14
“And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.”
Proverbs 27:17
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.”
John 13:34-35
“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”
Ephesians 5:21
“Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.”
Romans 14:19
“Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.”
Philippians 2:4
“Not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.”
Matthew 7:12
“So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets.”
Proverbs 15:1
“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.”
Using Personality for God’s Glory
Matthew 28:19-20
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.”
Romans 12:1
“Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship.”
1 Peter 2:9
“But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.”
Acts 20:24
“However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.”
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.”
2 Timothy 1:7
“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.”
Psalm 37:4
“Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
1 Corinthians 10:31
“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”
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.”
Philippians 4:13
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”
Finding Confidence in Our Personality
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.”
2 Corinthians 3:5
“Not that we are competent in ourselves to claim anything for ourselves, but our competence comes from God.”
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?”
1 John 4:4
“You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.”
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.”
Ephesians 6:10
“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.”
Psalm 139:13
“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.”
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 3:26
“For the Lord will be at your side and will keep your foot from being snared.”
Romans 8:31
“What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?”
Final Thoughts
In looking at these verses about personality, I am reminded of how uniquely created we are by God. Each of us has different gifts, strengths, and traits that come together to create our individual personalities. It’s beautiful to see how we can use our personalities to build each other up and serve our communities.
By embracing our true selves and recognizing that we are loved by God, we can grow in confidence and make a positive impact on those around us. Our unique personalities not only reflect who we are but also the love and grace of our Creator.
As we continue to explore our personalities and how they relate to our faith, let us remember the importance of loving one another and embracing each other’s differences. I encourage you to check out more topics like communicating with each other or expand your perspective on how we can grow together in Christ.