Favorite Bible Verses
I received a letter from a reader, asking if I would share a bit about my faith as well as my favorite Bible verses. I responded to her, and decided I would share the verses here as well, along with why each is important to me. I’ve probably shared at least a few of these here before, but I suppose God’s Word can never be repeated too often!
“Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father’s care. And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” —Matthew 10:29-31 (One of the first Bible passages I actually heard and took to heart in my 20s. I grew up believing in God as a distant being, not as one who knew me personally and cared for me. This was an “aha!” moment for me.)
“For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them.” —Ephesians 2:10 (I believe God has wired me to be creative and graciously allows me to write Christian fiction as a “good work.” I’m so thankful!)
“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” —John 15:5 (One I need to remind myself of often!)
“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” —Philippians 4:6-7 (This one I have memorized and repeat often when worries arise.)
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through Him, and without Him nothing was made that was made. In Him was life, and the life was the light of men. And the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it.” —John 1:1-5 (As someone who loves and values words, I love that Jesus is the Word of God!)
Do we share any favorites?
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I love all those verses, Julie. So much encouragement and purpose to be found there. One of my favorites, and one that I have drawn on quite a bit over the last year, is from Jeremiah 17:7-8.
“But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord,
whose confidence is in him.
They will be like a tree planted by the water
that sends out its roots by the stream.
It does not fear when heat comes;
its leaves are always green.
It has no worries in a year of drought
and never fails to bear fruit.”
That imagery speaks to my heart with such power. The more deeply I trust in Him, the more my roots drink from the Water of Life. When hardship comes, I can remain healthy and fruitful so that I may offer shade and nourishment to those around me.
That’s beautiful, Karen–the verses and what you wrote about them. Thanks for sharing!
Oh, I love your selection of scriptures. They are all so perfect. But then this is the Word of God, so of course its perfect. Ephesians 2:10 hit me strong this morning as I read your post. I need to memorize that one. My mother taught me years ago to pray Psalm 37:5, “Commit your way to the Lord; trust in Him, and He will act.” My family, my friends, my writing, all the things that God has asked me to do, I put it all in His hands, I trust Him and I believe He will and is acting for my good. And more importantly for His glory.
So glad! For years, I had the Ephesians verse near my laptop. So good. And yes, all for His glory!
You picked some great ones! I also love Proverbs 16:9: The mind of a man plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps.
I clung to this verse in the years I was writing and hoping to be published. It reminds me that even though I plan, it is ultimately the Lord who directs my path.
Thanks, D’Ann. Yes, the older I get, the more I find myself adding, “Lord willing” to any discussion of future hopes and plans. His plans are best.
What wonderful verses that anchor the soul! Thanks for sharing, Julie. Words are powerful, and none more powerful than the Word!
Amen! Thanks, J.M.!
Love these scriptures. Thank you so much for sharing.
I begin each morning with Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
That’s a great reminder, too, Betty. Thank you.
What beautiful verses! Philippians 4:6-7 is a favorite of mine, too. Another passage that has been an encouragement to me is Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the Lord with all thy heart, and lean not on thy own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He will direct thy paths.”