Short Bible Verses to Guide Your Journey with God

12/28/2024

Very short Bible verses


Here are some very short Bible verses:

1. **John 3:16**: "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." (Just 28 words!)
2. **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 comfort me."
3. **Romans 8:1**: "Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus."
4. **Matthew 22:37-40**: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.' This is the first and greatest commandment. And a second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.'"
5. **Colossians 3:23**: "Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men."
6. **Isaiah 40:29-31**: "He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength." (Just 39 words!)
7. **Galatians 6:2**: "Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you."
8. **Luke 11:9-10**: "So I say to you: Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you." (Just 29 words!)
9. **Ephesians 2:8-9**: "For by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast."
10. **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 or worried."

These short verses offer powerful reminders and encouragement from God's Word!


Short Bible verses about life


Here are some short and powerful Bible verses that relate to various aspects of life:

**Hope and Encouragement**

* "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." - Jeremiah 29:11
* "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." - Psalm 46:1

**Faith**

* "And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him." - Hebrews 11:6
* "Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding." - Proverbs 3:5

**Forgiveness**

* "Love covers a multitude of sins." - 1 Peter 4:8
* "Get rid of all sin that is still clinging to you, and have been constantly rebaptized in newness of the Holy Spirit, and put on your new clothes. For there should never be any sin in your life." - Ephesians 4:22-24

**Perseverance**

* "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds." - James 1:2
* "I can do all this through him who gives me strength." - Philippians 4:13

**God's Love**

* "This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him." - John 3:16
* "God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." - John 3:16

**Wisdom**

* "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom." - Proverbs 9:10
* "Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding." - Proverbs 4:7

**Gratitude**

* "Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever!" - Psalm 107:1
* "Thank you for your wonderful words of encouragement and guidance. May my heart be filled with gratitude and praise for all that God has done in my life." - Unknown

**Trust**

* "Cast your cares on the Lord and he will care for you." - Psalm 55:22
* "I seek you, my God, because I am always mindful of you." - Psalm 5:3

These short Bible verses about life offer words of encouragement, hope, faith, forgiveness, perseverance, love, wisdom, gratitude, and trust. They can be a great way to start your day or provide comfort during challenging times.


100 short Bible verses


Here are 100 short Bible verses, each with a brief explanation and application:

**Verse 1-10: Creation and God's Power**

1. Genesis 1:1 - "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." (God is all-powerful)
2. Psalm 33:6 - "By the word of the Lord the heavens were made, their starry host by the breath of his mouth." (God speaks creation into existence)
3. Isaiah 42:5 - "This one will cry out for me and I will answer him; I will save him and honor him." (God is all-knowing)
4. Job 38:1 - "Then the Lord answered Job out of the storm." (God is sovereign over nature)
5. Psalm 8:3-4 - "When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars which you have set in place... what is mankind that you are mindful of them?" (We are small compared to God's greatness)

**Verse 11-20: Salvation and Redemption**

6. John 1:12 - "Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God." (Salvation is available through Jesus)
7. Romans 3:23 - "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." (We are all sinners)
8. Ephesians 2:8-9 - "For by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is a gift from God— not by works, so that no one can boast." (Salvation is a free gift from God)
9. Isaiah 53:5 - "But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by whose wounds we have been healed." (Jesus took our place and paid our debt)

**Verse 21-30: Guidance and Wisdom**

10. Psalm 32:8 - "I will instruct you and teach you in the way which you should go; I will guide you with My eye." (God guides us through His Word)
11. Proverbs 3:5-6 - "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." (God's wisdom is better than our own)
12. Isaiah 9:2 - "The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; those who dwell in the land of deep darkness—on them has a light shone." (Jesus is the Light of the world)

**Verse 31-40: Faith and Perseverance**

13. Hebrews 11:6 - "And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him." (Faith is essential for pleasing God)
14. James 1:2-4 - "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. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." (Trials help us grow in faith)

**Verse 41-50: Prayer and Intercession**

15. Matthew 6:9 - "This, then, is how you should pray: 'Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name...'” (The Lord's Prayer)
16. Luke 18:1 - "Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up." (Persistence in prayer is key)

**Verse 51-60: Love and Compassion**

17. John 13:34 - “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” (Love is the greatest commandment)
18. Galatians 6:2 - "Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." (We are to help carry each other's load)

**Verse 61-70: Trust and Faithfulness**

19. Psalm 9:10 - “And those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.” (God is faithful to those who seek Him)
20. Hebrews 11:1 - "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see." (Faith trusts in the unseen)

**Verse 71-80: Wisdom and Discernment**

21. Proverbs 9:10 - “The fear of the Lord is wisdom, and to shun evil is understanding.” (Wisdom comes from fearing God)
22. James 1:5 - "If any of you lacks wisdom, let them ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to them." (God gives wisdom to those who ask)

**Verse 81-90: Humility and Obedience**

23. Philippians 2:3-4 - "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or pride, but in humility consider others more valuable than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others." (Humility is essential for obedience)

**Verse 91-100: Hope and Encouragement**

24. Romans 8:28 - "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose." (God works all things together for our good)
25. Hebrews 13:5-6 - “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.’” (God's presence is our greatest comfort)

These short Bible verses cover a range of themes, including creation, salvation, guidance, faith, prayer, love, trust, wisdom, humility, and hope.


Short Bible verses for students


Here are some short and powerful Bible verses that are perfect for students:

**Focus on God's Word**

* "For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart." - Hebrews 4:12
* "All Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness." - 2 Timothy 3:16

**Trust and Faith**

* "And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him." - Hebrews 11:6
* "Fear not, for I have overcome the world." - John 16:33

**Hope and Encouragement**

* "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.”" - Jeremiah 29:11
* "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." - Philippians 4:6

**Wisdom and Guidance**

* "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." - Proverbs 3:5-6
* "The wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, 'God has chosen those who are poor in spirit to be rich in spirit.’" - 1 Corinthians 3:19

**Resilience and Perseverance**

* "Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, yet your heavenly Father feeds them. And don't you value far more than they? If that is how God causes geese to live, and you will not be able to travel on their account." - Matthew 6:26
* "And we are confident that the one who began a good work in you will see it through to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." - Philippians 1:6

These short Bible verses can be a great reminder for students to stay focused, trust God, and persevere through challenges.


Short Bible verses about strength


Here are some short Bible verses about strength:

1. **"I can do all this through him who gives me strength."** - Philippians 4:13
2. **"The Lord is my strength; he makes my way straight."** - Psalm 27:7
3. **"My flesh may fail, but God is the strength of my heart."** - Psalm 73:26
4. **"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble."** - Psalm 46:1
5. **"The Lord gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak."** - Isaiah 40:29
6. **"For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power and love and self-discipline."** - 2 Timothy 1:7
7. **"You are strong, and you will keep my covenant. You have seen what I did to the Egyptians. You know how I carried you on eagles' wings and brought you to myself."** - Exodus 19:5-6
8. **"He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak."** - Isaiah 40:29
9. **"The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?"** - Psalm 118:6
10. **"We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed."** - 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

These short Bible verses remind us that our strength comes from God and that we can trust Him to give us the power and courage we need in times of weakness or uncertainty.


60 short Bible verses


Here are 60 short Bible verses, each with a brief description:

**Faith and Trust**

1. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart..." (Proverbs 3:5)
2. "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son..." (John 3:16)
3. "Do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; nor about your body, what you will wear... But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness..." (Matthew 6:25-33)

**Love and Forgiveness**

4. "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind...' (Matthew 22:37)
5. "Love your neighbor as yourself." (Mark 12:31)
6. "Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors." (Matthew 6:12)

**Hope and Encouragement**

7. "And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." (1 Corinthians 13:13)
8. "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Philippians 4:6)
9. "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." (Psalm 46:1)

**Wisdom and Guidance**

10. "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom." (Proverbs 9:10)
11. "Seek his face continually!" (Psalm 105:4)
12. "Teach me to do your will, for you are my God; may your good Spirit guide me." (Psalm 143:10)

**Peace and Joy**

13. "May the peace of God be with you..." (Philippians 4:7)
14. "I have told you these things so that you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." (John 16:33)
15. "Rejoice in the Lord always; again, rejoice!" (Philippians 4:4)

**Prayer and Praise**

16. "Pray without ceasing." (1 Thessalonians 5:17)
17. "Praise be to the God of heaven, for he had prospered Judith..." (Judges 15:9)
18. "Shout for joy! For the Lord has heard your cry and will not delay..." (Psalm 34:3)

**Humility and Servanthood**

19. "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves." (Philippians 2:3)
20. "Consider others more important than yourself." (Philippians 2:4)
21. "Whoever wants to be first must be last of all and servant of all." (Mark 9:35)

**God's Love and Presence**

22. "This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him." (1 John 4:9)
23. "The Lord is with you whenever you go." (Deuteronomy 31:8)
24. "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also..." (Matthew 6:21)

**Discipleship and Following**

25. "Come, follow me," Jesus said... (Matthew 4:19)
26. "And I pray that all of them may be one, just as you Father are in me and I am in you." (John 17:21)
27. "You did not choose me, but I chose you..." (John 15:16)

**Perseverance and Endurance**

28. "Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, yet your heavenly Father feeds them..." (Matthew 6:26)
29. "Do not be afraid of those who threaten you. Persecute them not, but rather offer them a drink." (Matthew 5:44)
30. "The Lord will keep you from all harm—he will watch over you life and guard your coming and going both now and forevermore..." (Psalm 121:7-8)

**Truth and Integrity**

31. "Speak the truth to each other, and render true judgment in your courts." (Zechariah 8:16)
32. "Let your words be always ready to answer the person who asks you to give an account of the hope that is within you..." (1 Peter 3:15)
33. "The Lord tests the heart; he is pleased with those whose way is blameless." (Proverbs 20:23)

**Healing and Restoration**

34. "God heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." (Psalm 147:3)
35. "I will restore the years you have spent in wasting time, because they were wasted on you, not by me..." (Ezekiel 34:26)
36. "The Lord has heard my cry for mercy; the Lord accepts my prayer..." (Psalm 30:8)

**Wisdom and Folly**

37. "The wise will inherit honor, but the eyes of fools are ruined." (Proverbs 11:29)
38. "There is nothing hidden that will not be disclosed, and no secrets that will not be revealed." (Luke 12:2-3)
39. "A fool finds no pleasure in learning, but only in sharing what he already knows." (Proverbs 18:2)

**Humor and Joy**

40. "A merry heart doth good like a medicine..." (Proverbs 17:22)
41. "I will give you the treasures of darkness—riches of secret places—that you may know that I am the Lord, the God of Israel, who summons you by name." (Isaiah 45:3)
42. "You put more joy in my heart than they have when their grain and new wine abound." (Psalm 104:15)

**Gratitude and Thankfulness**

43. "Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever!" (Psalm 107:1)
44. "Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!" (2 Corinthians 9:15)
45. "The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing." (Psalm 23:1)

**God's Character and Nature**

46. "God is love." (1 John 4:8)
47. "The Lord is good to all; he has compassion on all that he has made." (Psalm 145:9)
48. "He will judge the world in righteousness; he will govern people fairly." (Acts 17:31)

**Covenant and Promises**

49. "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." (Psalm 46:1)
50. "The Lord has sworn: 'As surely as I live, every knee will bow before me; every tongue will acknowledge me.'" (Isaiah 45:23)
51. "I am with you always, until the end of the age." (Matthew 28:20)

**Suffering and Persecution**

52. "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds." (James 1:2)
53. "Blessed are those who are persecuted because they are considered good by others." (Matthew 5:10)
54. "When the world around us is falling apart, we may find that God is our only safe haven." (Psalm 46:1)

**God's Presence and Guidance**

55. "And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." (Matthew 28:20)
56. "I will guide you along the best pathway for your life..." (Psalm 32:8)
57. "The Lord is my shepherd; I lack nothing." (Psalm 23:1)

**God's Word and Wisdom**

58. "For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it cuts both to the right and to the left." (Hebrews 4:12)
59. "The Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding." (Proverbs 2:6)
60. "This is what the Lord says: 'Let not the wise boast of their wisdom or the strong boast of their strength.'" (Jeremiah 9:23)

These short Bible verses are meant to be a starting point for your journey with God, providing encouragement, guidance, and inspiration along the way.


Short Bible verses about love


What a wonderful topic! Here are some short and powerful Bible verses about love:

1. **"Love is patient, love is kind..."** - 1 Corinthians 13:4
2. **"You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind."** - Matthew 22:37
3. **"God is love."** - 1 John 4:8
4. **"Love one another as I have loved you."** - John 15:12
5. **"The greatest of these is love."** - 1 Corinthians 13:13
6. **"Love your neighbor as yourself."** - Mark 12:31
7. **"I pray that they may be united in their love for each other, and that we all might have the same concern."** - Philippians 1:9 (NLT)
8. **"Let us love one another, for love is from God..."** - 1 John 4:7
9. **"Love covers a multitude of sins."** - 1 Peter 4:8
10. **"This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him."** - 1 John 4:9-10

These verses remind us that love is not just a feeling, but a choice to prioritize others and God above ourselves. May they inspire you to show love to those around you!


Short Bible verses for kids


Short and sweet Bible verses are perfect for kids to remember and apply to their daily lives. Here are some examples:

**Friendship**

* "Love your neighbor as yourself." - Mark 12:31 (NIV)
* "Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." - Ephesians 4:32 (NIV)

**Courage**

* "Do not be afraid or terrified, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you." - Deuteronomy 31:6 (NIV)
* "For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power and love and self-discipline." - 2 Timothy 1:7 (NLT)

**Gratitude**

* "Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever!" - Psalm 107:1 (NIV)
* "Every good gift comes from heaven, from God, who is the Father of lights." - James 1:17 (TLB)

**Perseverance**

* "Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be afraid because the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” - Joshua 1:9 (NIV)
* "You are my hiding place; you, Lord, are my rock of salvation." - Psalm 32:7 (NLT)

**Love**

* "Love each other as I have loved you." - John 15:12 (NIV)
* "God so loved the world that he gave his one and only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." - John 3:16 (NIV)

**Trust**

* "Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.” - Proverbs 3:5-6 (NLT)
* “The Lord is good; let the Israelites rejoice in what has happened.” - Psalm 35:27 (NIV)

These short Bible verses are great for kids to memorize and apply to their daily lives. They can be used as a reminder of God's love, guidance, and protection.