Bible Verses About Strength

When our own strength fails, God's power becomes most evident. These verses remind us that true strength comes not from our own efforts, but from the One who never grows weary.

Isaiah 40:31

"But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not faint."

Isaiah's promise links renewed strength to waiting on God — expectant hope that allows us to receive His power.

Philippians 4:13

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

Paul writes from prison, declaring that Christ's strength enables him to face any circumstance.

Psalm 46:1

"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble."

The psalmist names God as both refuge and strength, emphasizing His constant availability in times of need.

2 Corinthians 12:9-10

"But He said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness." Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me."

Paul shares God's response to his prayer, revealing that divine strength works most powerfully through human weakness.

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Nehemiah 8:10

"Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength."

Nehemiah redirects people from grief to joy as the source of spiritual strength.

Psalm 28:7

"The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and I am helped."

David connects trust in God's strength with both practical help and heartfelt joy.

Habakkuk 3:19

"The LORD God is my strength; He makes my feet like those of a deer; He makes me walk upon my heights."

The prophet declares trust in God's strength even when circumstances offer no visible reason for hope.

Psalm 73:26

"My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever."

Asaph acknowledges human frailty while affirming God as an unfailing, eternal source of strength.

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