Faith in the Bible isn’t just about belief—it’s about trusting in something greater than ourselves, something we can’t always see or touch. It’s a rock-solid confidence in God’s promises, even when life gets tough.
Throughout the Bible, from start to finish, faith is like a guiding light, showing us the way through dark times and inspiring us to keep going. It’s a powerful force that changes lives and shapes history, reminding us that we’re never alone on this journey.
Moreover, the Bible provides timeless inspiration through its verses on faith. This collection presents scripture categorized by various themes—power of faith, trusting God in difficult times, faith in times of trials, and more. Let these verses remind you of God’s presence and the transformative power of faith.
The scriptures used in this blog post are from the New International Version Bible.
Power of Faith
Psalm 145:13
Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and your dominion endures through all generations. The Lord is trustworthy in all he promises and faithful in all he does.
Matthew 21:21-22
Jesus replied, “Truly I tell you, if you have faith and do not doubt, not only can you do what was done to the fig tree, but also you can say to this mountain, ‘Go, throw yourself into the sea,’ and it will be done. If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.”
Psalm 91:9-12
If you say, “The Lord is my refuge,” and you make the Most High your dwelling, no harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent. For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.
Hebrew 11:6
And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.
John 7:38
“Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.”
Luke 1:37
For no word from God will ever fail.
Roman 8:31
What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?
John 11:40
Then Jesus said, “Did I not tell you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God?”
Mark 10:27
Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God.”
Matthew 17:20
He replied, “Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.”
Trusting God in difficult times
James 1:5-6
If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind.
Isaiah 41:10
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.
Psalm 23:4
Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
John 16:33
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
Isaiah 43:2
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you blaze.
Exodus 14:14
The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.
Psalm 37:5
Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this.
Psalm 46:1
God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.
Nahum 1:7
The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him.
Mark 11:22-24
“Have faith in God,” Jesus answered. “Truly I tell you, if anyone says to this mountain, ‘Go, throw yourself into the sea,’ and does not doubt in their heart but believes that what they say will happen, it will be done for them. Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.”
Ecclesiastes 3:1
There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.
1 Corinthians 2:5
“….. that your faith might not rest on human wisdom, but on God’s power.”
Faith as a shield
Ephesians 6:16
In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.
1 Peter 5:8-9
Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings.
Deuteronomy 31:6
“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.”
Psalm 28:7
The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me.
Galatians 3:26-27
So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.
Faith in times of trials
Romans 5:3-4
Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.
Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.
James 1:12
Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.
Romans 8:18
I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.
Luke 10:19
I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you.
Psalm 145:18
The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.
Trusting God’s plan with patience
Habakkuk 2:3
For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay.
Proverbs 16:3
Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.
2 Corinthians 5:7
For we live by faith, not by sight.
2 Thessalonians 3:3
But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.
Philippians 4:13
I can do all this through him who gives me strength.
Hebrews 10:36
You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.
Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Romans 10:11
“Anyone who believes in him will never be put to shame.”
Hebrews 11:1
Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.
Psalm 37:7
Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes.
Psalm 62:5
Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him.
Isaiah 40:31
But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Psalm 55:22
Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.
Psalm 27:14
Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.
Faith and healing
James 5:15
And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven.
Matthew 9:22
Jesus turned and saw her. “Take heart, daughter,” he said, “your faith has healed you.” And the woman was healed at that moment.
Mark 10:52
“Go,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you.” Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road.
Mark 5:34
He said to her, “Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.”
Matthew 15:28
Then Jesus said to her, “Woman, you have great faith! Your request is granted.” And her daughter was healed at that moment.
Matthew 9:27-30
As Jesus went on from there, two blind men followed him, calling out, “Have mercy on us, Son of David!” When he had gone indoors, the blind men came to him, and he asked them, “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” “Yes, Lord,” they replied. Then he touched their eyes and said, “According to your faith let it be done to you”; and their sight was restored.
Matthew 12:22
Then they brought him a demon-possessed man who was blind and mute, and Jesus healed him, so that he could both talk and see.
Psalm 103:2-3
Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits— who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases.
Isaiah 53:5
But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.
Stories of faith in the Bible
Mark 9:23-24
“If you can?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.” Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!”
Mark 4:39
He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm.
John 11:44
The dead man came out, his hands and feet wrapped with strips of linen, and a cloth around his face. Jesus said to them, “Take off the grave clothes and let him go.”
John 21:6
He said, “Throw your net on the right side of the boat and you will find some.” When they did, they were unable to haul the net in because of the large number of fish.
Luke 7:8-10
“For I myself am a man under authority, with soldiers under me. I tell this one, ‘Go,’ and he goes; and that one, ‘Come,’ and he comes. I say to my servant, ‘Do this,’ and he does it.” When Jesus heard this, he was amazed at him, and turning to the crowd following him, he said, “I tell you, I have not found such great faith even in Israel.” Then the men who had been sent returned to the house and found the servant well.
Matthew 15:34-37
“How many loaves do you have?” Jesus asked. “Seven,” they replied, “and a few small fish.” He told the crowd to sit down on the ground. Then he took the seven loaves and the fish, and when he had given thanks, he broke them and gave them to the disciples, and they in turn to the people. They all ate and were satisfied. Afterward the disciples picked up seven basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over.
Daniel 6:23
The king was overjoyed and gave orders to lift Daniel out of the den. And when Daniel was lifted from the den, no wound was found on him, because he had trusted in his God.
Matthew 8:26
He replied, “You of little faith, why are you so afraid?” Then he got up and rebuked the winds and the waves, and it was completely calm.
Matthew 17:27
“But so that we may not cause offense, go to the lake and throw out your line. Take the first fish you catch; open its mouth and you will find a four-drachma coin. Take it and give it to them for my tax and yours.”
Strengthening faith
Romans 10:17
Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ.
Philippians 4:6-7
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Isaiah 40:29
He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.
Psalm 119:105
Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.
Joshua 1:8
Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.
Hebrews 10:24-25
And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.
Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.
1 Thessalonians 5:11
Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.
John 15:7
If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.
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A prayer for strong faith
Heavenly Father,
I come before You, recognizing Your infinite wisdom and grace. You are the foundation of all faith, the source of strength in times of doubt and uncertainty.
Grant me the grace, O Lord, to cultivate a steadfast and unwavering faith in You and fill my heart with the assurance of Your presence.
Teach me to trust in Your divine plan, knowing that Your ways are higher than my own. Help me to surrender my fears and anxieties, placing my complete reliance on Your unfailing love and guidance.
May Your Word be a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path, illuminating the journey of faith before me. Give me the courage to stand firm in Your promises, even when faced with adversity or opposition.
Lord, deepen my faith with each passing day, that I may be rooted and grounded in Your truth. Strengthen my resolve to follow You wholeheartedly, no matter the cost.
In Jesus’ name, I pray,
Amen
