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80 Bible Quotes and Inspirational Scripture Passages to Guide You in Life

These short, powerful verses are about love, friendship, faith, and strength.

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The Bible is undoubtedly the most quoted book of all time. The Common English Bible, the one we reference in this article, has 66 canonical books and 18 non-canonical books. That’s a lot of reading. To capture the various highlights and meanings within the Great Text in a more digestible format, we put together a list of the best and most inspirational Bible quotes about life, love, faith, and more. Read these powerful quotes and short passages to study and extract the Lord’s many pearls of wisdom.

If you’re looking for something specific — perhaps an inspirational Bible quote or short Bible quote to add to an Instagram caption — this condensed list has just the thing, in a categorized, easy-to-find format. Even if you’re not looking for anything in particular, this all-encompassing list of the most famous Bible verses, motivational Bible verses, comforting Bible verses, and encouraging Bible verses will surely provide guidance you never knew you needed.

Continue on and soak in the Lord’s great messages through these 80 popular Bible verses about love, strength, and friendship, and let your soul feel renewed.

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Inspirational Bible Quotes

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  • "God promises to make something good out of the storms that bring devastation to your life." — Romans 8:28
  • “May the God of endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude toward each other, similar to Christ Jesus’ attitude.” — Romans 15:5
  • “This is my comfort in my affliction, that your promise gives me life.” — Psalm 119:50
  • "You have turned for me my mourning into dancing; you have loosed my sackcloth and clothed me with gladness." — Psalm 30:11
  • "You have been born anew, not from perishable but from imperishable seed, through the living and abiding word of God." — 1 Peter 1:23
  • "For I know the plans I have for you ... plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." — Jeremiah 29:11
  • "Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of the Father." — Matthew 13:43
  • "For the Lord takes delight in His people; He crowns the humble and salvation." — Psalm 149:4
  • "With God all things are possible." — Matthew 19:26
  • “I give thanks to you that I was marvelously set apart. Your works are wonderful — I know that very well.” — Psalm 139:14
  • “And my God will supply every need of yours, according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 4:19
  • "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." — Matthew 6:33

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Short Bible Quotes

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  • "For we walk by faith, not by sight." — 2 Corinthians 5:7
  • "Don't judge according to appearances. Judge with right judgment." — John 7:24
  • “So what are we going to say about these things? If God is for us, who is against us?” — Romans 8:31
  • "The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing." — Psalm 23:12
  • "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." — 1 Peter 5:7
  • When I called, you answered me; you made me bold and stouthearted." — Psalm 138:3
  • "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." — Matthew 11:28
  • "Old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new." — 2 Corinthians 5:17
  • "They joy before thee, according the joy in the harvest." — Isaiah 9:3
  • "A faithful man shall abound with blessings." — Proverbs 28:20
  • "Be strong and take heart, all who hope in the Lord." — Psalm 31:25

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Bible Quotes About Life

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  • "So be careful to live your life wisely, not foolishly." — Ephesians 5:15
  • "There’s a season for everything and a time for every matter under the heavens: a time for giving birth and a time for dying, a time for planting and a time for uprooting what was planted, a time for killing and a time for healing, a time for tearing down and a time for building up, a time for crying and a time for laughing, a time for mourning and a time for dancing, a time for throwing stones and a time for gathering stones, a time for embracing and a time for avoiding embraces, a time for searching and a time for losing, a time for keeping and a time for throwing away, a time for tearing and a time for repairing, a time for keeping silent and a time for speaking, a time for loving and a time for hating, a time for war and a time for peace." — Ecclesiastes 3:1
  • “Be happy in your hope, stand your ground when you’re in trouble, and devote yourselves to prayer.” — Romans 12:12
  • "Be not quick in your spirit to become angry, for anger lodges in the heart of fools." — Ecclesiastes 7:9
  • "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it." —Proverbs 22:6
  • “As for you, you will join your ancestors in peace and be buried after a good long life.” — Genesis 15:15
  • “You were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord, so live your life as children of light.” — Ephesians 5:8
  • “The Lord of heavenly forces proclaims: Make just and faithful decisions; show kindness and compassion to each other!” — Zechariah 7:9
  • “Who among you by worrying can add a single moment to your life?” — Luke 12:25
  • “‘In old age is wisdom; understanding in a long life.’” — Job 12:12
  • “There is more to life than food and more to the body than clothing.” — Luke 12:23

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Bible Quotes About Love

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  • "There is no fear in love; for perfect love casteth out fear." — John 4:18
  • "Mercy unto you, and peace and love be multiplied." — Jude 1:2
  • “Love is patient, love is kind, it isn’t jealous, it doesn’t brag, it isn’t arrogant, it isn’t rude, it doesn’t seek its own advantage, it isn’t irritable, it doesn’t keep a record of complaints, it isn’t happy with injustice, but it is happy with the truth.” — 1 Corinthians 13:4-6
  • “Now faith, hope, and love remain — these three things — and the greatest of these is love.” — 1 Corinthians 13:13
  • "Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good." — Romans 12:9
  • "And above all things, have fervent love for one another, for love will cover a multitude of sins." — 1 Peter 4:8
  • "Give thanks to the Lord for He is good: His love endures forever." — Psalm 107:1
  • “Jacob worked for Rachel for seven years, but it seemed like a few days because he loved her.” — Genesis 29:20
  • “This hope doesn’t put us to shame, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.” — Romans 5:5
  • “The goal of instruction is love from a pure heart, a good conscience, and a sincere faith.” — 1 Timothy 1:5
  • “Greet each other with the kiss of love. Peace to you all who are in Christ.” — 1 Peter 5:14

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Bible Quotes About Faith

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  • “Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man it is impossible, but not with God. For all things are possible with God.’” — Mark 10:27
  • "So, whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, you should do it all for God's glory." — 1 Corinthians 10:31
  • “Taste and see how good the Lord is! The one who takes refuge in him is truly happy!” — Psalm 34:8
  • “Jesus answered, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.’” — John 14:6
  • “I’ve said these things to you so that you will have peace in me. In the world, you have distress. But be encouraged! I have conquered the world.” — John 16:33
  • "Now, faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen." — Hebrews 11:1
  • "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." — John 3:16
  • "As a mother comforts her child, so I will comfort you; in Jerusalem, you shall find your comfort." — Isaiah 66:13
  • "Our faith can move mountains." — Matthew 17:20
  • "For whatever things were written before were written for our learning, that we, through the patience and comfort of the Scriptures, might have hope." — Romans 15:4
  • “Jesus said to the Jews who believed in him, 'You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teaching.'” — John 8:31
  • “Give thanks to the Lord because he is good because his faithful love endures forever.” — 1 Chronicles 16:34

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Bible Quotes About Strength

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  • “I can endure all these things through the power of the one who gives me strength.” — Philippians 4:13
  • “Pursue the Lord and his strength; seek his face always!” — 1 Chronicles 16:11
  • “Finally, be strengthened by the Lord and his powerful strength.” — Ephesians 6:10
  • “He only is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be shaken.” — Psalm 62:6
  • “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9
  • “The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress.” — Psalm 46:7
  • "Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong." — 1 Corinthians 16:13
  • "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you." — Deuteronomy 31:6
  • "But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint." — Isaiah 40:31
  • "He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless." — Isaiah 40:29
  • "But the Lord stood with me and gave me strength." — 2 Timothy 4:17
  • "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me." — Psalm 23:4

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Bible Quotes About Friendship

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  • “So welcome each other, in the same way that Christ also welcomed you, for God’s glory.” — Romans 15:7
  • “Be happy with those who are happy, and cry with those who are crying.” — Romans 12:15
  • “Dear friend, I’m praying that all is well with you and that you enjoy good health in the same way that you prosper spiritually.” — 3 John 1:2
  • “But you, dear friends: build each other up on the foundation of your most holy faith, pray in the Holy Spirit.” — Jude 1:20
  • “Peace be with you. Your friends here greet you. Greet our friends there by name.” — 3 John 1:15
  • “When Jesus saw their faith, he said, ‘Friend, your sins are forgiven.’” — Luke 5:20
  • “Now, dear friends, I am requesting that we love each other. It’s not as though I’m writing a new command to you, but it’s one we have had from the beginning.” — 2 John 1:5
  • “The person who lives free of blame, does what is right, and speaks the truth sincerely; who does no damage with their talk, does no harm to a friend, doesn’t insult a neighbor; someone who despises those who act wickedly, but who honors those who honor the Lord; someone who keeps their promise even when it hurts.” — Psalm 15:2-4
  • “You must not take revenge nor hold a grudge against any of your people; instead, you must love your neighbor as yourself; I am the Lord.” — Leviticus 19:18
  • “Dear friend, don’t imitate what is bad but what is good. Whoever practices what is good belongs to God. Whoever practices what is bad has not seen God.” — 3 John 1:11
  • “I tell you, use worldly wealth to make friends for yourselves so that when it’s gone, you will be welcomed into the eternal homes.” — Luke 16:9

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Kate Franke (she/her) is an editorial assistant in the Hearst Lifestyle Group, covering for Woman's Day and Good Housekeeping. She loves all things lifestyle, home, and market related. Kate has a BAJMC in Magazine Media and BA in Writing from Drake University. She is a proud ASME alum whose work has appeared in Food Network Magazine, The Pioneer Woman Magazine, Better Homes & Gardens, Modern Farmhouse Style, Beautiful Kitchens & Baths, and more. Next to writing, Kate’s two favorite things are chai lattes and pumpkin bread!

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