What is a good Bible verse for encouragement?

Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

What’s a good Psalm for encouragement?

Psalm 23:1–6 –

“God, You are my shepherd, I lack nothing. You make me lie down in green pastures, You lead me beside still waters, You restore my soul. You lead me in paths of righteousness for Your name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me!

Why is encouragement so important?

Encouragement is vital to child maturation and adult optimal health. The healing benefits of encouragement outweigh criticism and can build self-confidence. Encouragement can help with self-confidence, effort, motivation, success, self-esteem and validation.

How many times does the Bible say to encourage one another?

The phrase “one another” is derived from the Greek word allelon which means “one another, each other; mutually, reciprocally.” It occurs 100 times in the New Testament.

What is the meaning of Psalm 46 5?

This psalm reminds us that, if we are filled with the spirit of God, we may experience falls and failures but He is right there to pick us up and help us during those times. God will rescue us if we are being defeated.

How do you pray for strength in difficult times?

I pray to you as I am desperate for help. I need to know that you care, that you love me, be my refuge from pain, replacing my distress with peace, and be my strength when I feel weak and find it hard to carry on.

What does the Bible say about helping others too much?

Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.

What does Bible say about hope?

“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.” “Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him. Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken.”

What does the Bible say about lazy people?

Proverbs 13:4 – “The soul of the lazy man desires, and has nothing; but the soul of the diligent shall be made rich.” The lazy man desires what hard working people want: house, food, vacations, money for college and retirement. But the lazy man’s desires remain unsatisfied, while the diligent gain wealth.

What does Jesus say about taking care of others?

“Be kind, compassionate, and forgiving to each other, in the same way God forgave you in Christ.”

What does the Bible say about giving to beggars?

As we turn to the Bible for wisdom and discretion, let’s meditate on this piece of encouragement: Don’t close off your heart when you’re in the situation of being asked to give to beggars. “Do to others whatever you would like them to do to you” (Matthew 7:12).

How do I fight the spirit of laziness?

What causes laziness?

Laziness may reflect a lack of self-esteem, a lack of positive recognition by others, a lack of discipline stemming from low self-confidence, or a lack of interest in the activity or belief in its efficacy. Laziness may manifest as procrastination or vacillation.

What does God say about a man working?

For even when we were with you, we gave you this rule: “If a man will not work, he shall not eat.” We hear that some among you are idle. They are not busy; they are busybodies. Such people we command and urge in the Lord Jesus Christ to settle down and earn the bread they eat.

What is the meaning of Proverbs 10 4?

The idle poor far outnumber the idle rich. This proverb, however, is not about having no job, nor is it about other reasons for poverty, such as oppression, war, illness, natural disasters, and even Satan’s permitted malice (see Book of Job). It is about how one does a job, with a “slack hand” or with diligence.

What does the Bible say about tattoos?

Per Leviticus 19:28, “You shall not make gashes in your flesh for the dead, or incise any marks on yourselves.”

What does the Bible say about being too comfortable?

(Matthew 5:1-12 ) You’re not going to be “hungry for righteousness sake” if you’re too comfortable. There were many times Jesus asked pointed questions or told stories that greatly disturbed some of those listening.

What is the meaning of Proverbs 10 8?

It compares two different people – “the wise in heart” and “a chattering fool.” The distinguishing characteristic of the wise person here is that he or she chooses to “accept commands.” To do that, means they must first listen so they can follow directions!

What does slack hand mean in the Bible?

idleness; carelessness; inefficiency; sloth. See also: Hand.

Do not love sleep or you will grow poor?

Do not love sleep or you will grow poor; stay awake and you will have food to spare. A common theme in Proverbs, this verse is about laziness. It’s message is simple – “get up and go to work!”

What does the memory of the just is blessed mean?

The memory of the righteous is a blessing that makes us vigilant, that warns us of man’s inhuman capacities, that leads us to confess our own sin and alerts us to perils of complicity with evil.