Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.”
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Bible Verses About Strength
The Bible consistently redirects believers away from self-reliance toward a strength that comes from God — one that is made perfect in human weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). These verses have sustained people through impossible circumstances throughout history.
Isaiah 40:31
“But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.”
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“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
Read verse2 Corinthians 12:9
“And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”
Read verseEphesians 6:10
“Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.”
Read versePsalm 28:7
“The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.”
Read verseNehemiah 8:10
“...for this day is holy unto our LORD: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the LORD is your strength.”
Read versePsalm 73:26
“My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.”
Read verseJoshua 1:9
“Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.”
Read verse1 Chronicles 16:11
“Seek the LORD and his strength, seek his face continually.”
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Common Questions
What does the Bible say about strength?
The Bible consistently frames strength as something received from God rather than mustered from within. Philippians 4:13 ('I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me') and Isaiah 40:31 ('they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength') both describe a strength that comes through dependence on God.
What is the most famous Bible verse about strength?
Philippians 4:13 is likely the most recognized: 'I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.' Isaiah 40:31 is also widely loved: 'But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles.'
What does '2 Corinthians 12:9' mean about strength in weakness?
God told Paul 'my strength is made perfect in weakness' — meaning divine power is most fully displayed when human resources are exhausted. Paul concludes he will 'glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.' Weakness becomes the container for God's strength.
How can I find strength in hard times according to the Bible?
Nehemiah 8:10 offers a surprising source: 'the joy of the LORD is your strength.' Psalm 46:1 calls God 'a very present help in trouble.' The pattern in Scripture is to seek God's presence first, and find strength as a result.