It is difficult to make a list of the best Bible verses – I mean they are all great – right?
But, I decided to compile a list of the most famous Bible verses instead.
This too is difficult, because different Christian circles use certain verses a lot more than others.
That said, these are some of the popular gems that have become famous by their helpfulness and/or repetition.
If you know of some other famous scriptures that you think should be included in this list please add them in the comments below…
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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
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away. For we know in part and we prophesy in part, but when perfection comes, the imperfect disappears. When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put childish ways behind me. Now we see but a poor reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known. And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.
– 1 Cor 13:4-13
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his 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; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
– Psalm 23
You shall have no other gods before me. You shall not make for yourself an idol in the form of anything in heaven above or on the earth beneath or in the waters below. You shall not bow down to them or worship them; for I, the LORD your God, am a jealous God, punishing the children for the sin of the fathers to the third and fourth generation of those who hate me, but showing love to a thousand {generations} of those who love me and keep my commandments.
You shall not misuse the name of the LORD your God, for the LORD will not hold anyone guiltless who misuses his name.
Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy.
Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the LORD your God. On it you shall not do any work, neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your manservant or maidservant, nor your animals, nor the alien within your gates. For in six days the LORD made the heavens and the earth, the sea, and all that is in them, but he rested on the seventh day. Therefore the LORD blessed the Sabbath day and made it holy.
Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you.
You shall not murder.
You shall not commit adultery.
You shall not steal.
You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor.
You shall not covet your neighbor’s house. You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, or his manservant or maidservant, his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor.”
– Exodus 20:3-17
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
– Philippians 4:13
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.
– Isaiah 40:31
But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
– Matthew 6:33
Do not let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth; 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.
– Joshua 1:8
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints.
– Ephesians 6:10-18
Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.
– Proverbs 3:5-6
Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart.
– Psalms 37:4
This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.
– Psalms 118:24
You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you.
– Isaiah 26:3
Jesus replied: ” ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’
– Matthew 22:37-39
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
A merry heart does good like a medicine; but a broken spirit dries the bones.
– Proverbs 17:22
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
– Galatians 5:22-23
What good will it be for a man if he gains the whole world, yet forfeits his soul? Or what can a man give in exchange for his soul?
– Matthew 16:26
No one can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and Money.
– Matthew 6:24
Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.
– John 14:6
The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.
– Proverbs 18:10
Jabez was more honorable than his brothers. His mother had named him Jabez, saying, “I gave birth to him in pain.” Jabez cried out to the God of Israel, “Oh, that you would bless me and enlarge my territory! Let your hand be with me, and keep me from harm so that I will be free from pain.” And God granted his request.
– 1 Chronicles 4:9-10
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.
– Hebrews 11:6
For even more!
For more collections of Bible verses, check out an article I did about encouraging Bible verses, or 5 bible verses about money every Christian should know, or the Bible verses about money page – where I have money related verses divided by topic.
Feel free to share your own in the comments below!
Jeremiah 29:11-13
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. 12 Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. 13 You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.
This is one of my absolute favories.
right on! Sheila, that is a goodie!
Sheila, love this one, read it before starting my work day…so needed to hear this, he is all that I have ! : )
loved all the beautifull and meaningfull quotes, thanks
God bless you
Loved the quote! So encouraging!
Mine also, I have this one memorized…
Thank you so much! I just purchased an NIV Bible for Christmas, for my 18 year old grandson, and I needed to find some verses to write inside the cover for him. Your verses are such a blessing and a reminder of some of my favorites! God Bless you and Happy and Blessed Holidays!
May I download & share your sites Proverbs 3:5-6 & Psalms 37:4 images, strictly non-commercially, Sir/Ma’am/s?
Yep, sure thing!
Oh, this was a wonderful post!
For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God – Romans 3:23
and
Study to show yourself approved unto God, a workman that needs not be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth – 2 Timothy 2:15
Thank you. Great post.
You forgot one of my favorites!
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.
1 Corinthians 13:4-8
My very favorite too !!!
Lovely one !!!
they did post this one above!! love it
“And now abideth faith,hope, and love; these three, but the greatest of these is love” 1 Corinthians 13:13
Galatians 2:20
I have been crucified with Christ, and it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. The life I now live in the flesh, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me.
THIS IS MY MOST FAVOURATE SCRIPTURE: Psalms 9:9 The LORD also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble.
Psalms 9:10 And they that know thy name will put their trust in thee: for thou, LORD, hast not forsaken them that seek thee.
Isaiah 26:4 Trust ye in the LORD for ever: for in the LORD JEHOVAH is everlasting strength:
i i love the scripture it give me courage and hope in life.
amen
ITS BECOME CLEAR TO ME NOT 2 STRAY & BECOME DICOURAGED.BUT PUT ON THE ARMOR OF GOD EVERY MORNING 2 CHAPTERS NOURISHES OUR SOULS STRENTHENING OUR FAITH….
you forgot a good one
And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.
Matthew 10:28
another
And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving on another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you
Ephesians 4:32
John 11: 35- Jesus wept.
Same here.
It speaks how Jesus is intimately so close to us – fully human fully divine.
Please help me to find the Bible verse…………………….
Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, that is all I know, many thanks for your help. Dr. Robert Schular uses this Quote often.
Thanks and Blessings to you Ed
Jude 1:24
Jude 1:24
ed keith September 21, 2009 at 7:52 pm
Please help me to find the Bible verse…………………….
Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, that is all I know, many thanks for your help. Dr. Robert Schular uses this Quote often.
Thanks and Blessings to you Ed
Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy,
Jude 1:24 (KJV)
-Great list of Bible verses Bob.
It is not Jude 1: 24, It is Jude 24. There is only one chapter in Jude
well its the 1st and the last chapter so yea technically it is chapter 1
Well, actually, saying Jude 24 implies that Jude has 24 chapters, not verses. So, technically, Jude 1:24 is correct.
Ok how about, the 24th verse of Jude lol great verses everybody! 🙂
Well said Jarred! lol Keep the peace.
“Many are the plans in a man’s heart,
but it is the LORD’s purpose that prevails.”
-Proverbs 19:21
“To do what is right and just
is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.”
-Proverbs 21:3
We loved because he loved us first.
isaiah 41:10 Fear thou not for I am with thee. be not dismayed for I am thy god. I will strengthen thee;yea, I will help thee;yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. – this one has helped me for a very long time
Isaiah-51:11,phil-4:6-8,john-14:27,heb.-10:35-36,1pet.1:6-9.
(Pray for God’s will to be done, and not ours)
Lord, my heart is restless until it finds its rest in You. Thank You that
in You all things are made new!
All things are wearisome, more than one can say. The eye never has enough of seeing, nor the ear its fill of hearing (Ecclesiastes 1:8)
Solomon’s thesis here is, All things are restless. He has observed that there is an inherent restlessness in everything. In fact, it is so widespread that no one can possibly describe all the restlessness of life.
I hope these verses will be encouraging..
I love jeremiah- 29:11
For I know the plans and thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not evil, to give you an expected end.
(before we do)
keep in touch….Kathy
Do you know which scripture this is from?
Please pray for financial miracle Blessing from Heaven … for Work & Good pay for each Family Live on Same road I Live on.
I Pray for Prayers for Your Finances Blessing from Heaven. Only God in Heaven can Do, Bless Mine Hubby, Son & I. & rest of mine Family’s. Bless Finances Blessing from God, for each family That Live on Same road I Live on, I Pray for the ones who do not know Jesus as Their Saver, Will get saved in the Blood of Jesus Christ. I do pray In Jesus Name, For Young Children’s, Teens, And Young Adults. That lives on the same rode I live on, For Peace, Love, Joy, & Learn to Forgive there self, & others In Jesus Name… I Pray For Each School Age to stay in school, In Jesus Christ Name… I Do love U Jesus Christ in heaven what you is going Do, Bless You Lord Jesus Christ. In Jesus Christ name I Pray. Father in heaven you Get All the Praise & Glory & Honor Amen. Praise God.
Please Pray For Street Bullies & Schools. In The Name Of Jesus Christ. Please Pray for People that been attack by Witch Craft In The name of Jesus Christ. Pray for Enemies… If any of you are having trouble, pray. If you are happy, sing psalms. (James 5:13) Come to me, all who are tired from carrying heavy loads, and I will give you rest. (Matthew 11:28) That is why we are not discouraged. Though outwardly we are wearing out inwardly we are renewed day by day. (2 Corinthians 4:16)
King James Bible
And Hannah prayed, and said, My heart rejoiceth in the LORD, mine horn is exalted in the LORD: my mouth is enlarged over mine enemies; because I rejoice in thy salvation. <>
God Bless Jews. & USA. In God I trust. Please Pray For Teens & Adults Abortion. Abortion is murder the Babys. In Jesus Name Please do not do Abortion In The Name O Jesus Christ
SEE YOURSELF AS GOD SEES YOU”
King James Bible
If a soul sin, and commit a trespass against the LORD, and lie unto his neighbor in that which was delivered him to keep, or in fellowship, or in a thing taken away by violence, or hath deceived his neighbor; <>
“YOU ARE A CHILD OF THE MOST HIGH”<BR.
DO NOT, Worry About Tomorrow,
~~ GOD Is Already There~~!
LET US LIVE OUR LIVES SO THAT EVERY MORNING WHEN WE WAKE,
Always~in~Jesus
Let Go, Let God Worry about Your Future. In The name Of Jesus Christ… God Bless you. I pray all you’re Prayers & Dream come true In Jesus Christ Name
Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful."
Colossians 4:2
"I called on the Lord in distress; the Lord answered me."
Psalm 118:5
Thanksgiving. Christ set an example of.
Matthew 11:25 At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes.
Matthew 26:27 And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all of it;
John 6:11 And Jesus took the loaves; and when he had given thanks, he distributed to the disciples, and the disciples to them that were set down; and likewise of the fishes as much as they would.
John 11:41 Then they took away the stone from the place where the dead was laid. And Jesus lifted up his eyes, and said, Father, I thank thee that thou hast heard me.
Here are a few Thanksgiving Bible verses to assist you in giving thanks and praise at Thanksgiving time or anytime throughout the year.
Psalm 31:19 (NIV) How great is your goodness, which you have stored up for those who fear you, which you bestow in the sight of men on those who take refuge in you.
Whoever posts these verses should check them first. They are not all accurate and they need to be.
Not accurate according to what version of the bible ? The bible is the oldest print we have and there are many versions in every known language…. MEN have translated this book again and again over the years. At this point it is wise to merely pray to God to open our minds, heart, and eyes so that HE may give us the understanding we need.
This is why we should use the King James.
Please Pray For Street Bullies & Schools. In The Name Of Jesus Christ. Please Pray for People that been attack by Witch Craft In The name of Jesus Christ. Pray for Enemies… If any of you are having trouble, pray. If you are happy, sing psalms. (James 5:13) Come to me, all who are tired from carrying heavy loads, and I will give you rest. (Matthew 11:28) That is why we are not discouraged. Though outwardly we are wearing out inwardly we are renewed day by day. (2 Corinthians 4:16)
King James Bible
1 Corinthians 10:13
13No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.
Romans 8:38-39
38For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, 39neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Matthew 5:13-16
13″You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men.
14″You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. 15Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. 16In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.”
Theses are my favorite verses that I have memorized:]
i really love the verses at least it gives me strength in life because i was someone who got lost, please i need someone to give courage and hope in life.
In God We Still Trust
In God We Still Trust. God Bless USA. God Bless & Peace For the Jews
I will cry unto God most high; unto God that performeth all things for me. <>
Please Pray For Street Bullies & Schools. In The Name Of Jesus Christ. Please Pray for People that been attack by Witch Craft In The name of Jesus Christ. Pray for Enemies… If any of you are having trouble, pray. If you are happy, sing psalms. (James 5:13) Come to me, all who are tired from carrying heavy loads, and I will give you rest. (Matthew 11:28) That is why we are not discouraged. Though outwardly we are wearing out inwardly we are renewed day by day. (2 Corinthians 4:16) Prayer for Employment
You govern your creation, O God,
and bring it to perfection by the work of our hands.
Hear the prayers of your people who ask for work
that will enhance their human signity
and promote the upbuilding of your kingdom.
Enable them to provide for those confided to their care
either by family ties or by charity we owe to one another
for the betterment of human life.
We ask this blessing in the name of Jesus
who laboured with his own hands while he lived on earth. In Jesus Christ Name. I Pray
Amen.
Pray for In jesus Christ name. For. • Salvation
• Prayer
• Health and Healing
• Finance
• Relationships
• Prophecies
• Successful Living
• Faith and Hope
• Protection
Pray For People Who need Prayer For In
• Suicide
Depression. Addiction. Loneliness. Immorality
Abuse. Comfort . Worry . Guidance . Illness/Pain . New Life . Prayer. Jealousy . Failure . And Others. In The Name Of Jesus Christ I Pray. Through The Blood of Jesus Christ I Pray Amen PRAYER FOR THE WORLD
BLESSER OF THOSE WHO PRAY Oh, Blesser of those who pray, hear us today as we pray for the Heavens and the Earth. We pray for a world washed with peace, flooded in love, and overflowing in provision. Let the lame walk, the blind see, the deaf hear, the hungry eat, the thirsty drink, the sad happy, the needy without need. Turn the page on homelessness and lack and fill this world with YOUR PRESENCE AND PROVISION. Bless those who pray that they may pray always. Amen Please pray for financial miracle Blessing from Heaven … for Work & Good pay for each Family Live In USA. God bless USA. I Pray for Prayers for Your Finances Blessing from Heaven. Only God in Heaven can Do. God Bless my Hubby, , Son & I. & rest of mine Family’s. God Bless Finances Blessing from Heaven God, for each family LIVE In USA , I Pray for the ones who do not know Jesus as Their Saver, Will get saved in the Blood of Jesus Christ. I do pray In Jesus Name, Pray For Young Children’s, Teens, And Young Adults. That lives In USA , For Peace, Love, Joy, & Learn to Forgive there self, & others In Jesus Name… I Pray For Each School Age to stay in school, In Jesus Christ Name… I Do love U Jesus Christ in heaven what you is going Do, Bless You Lord Jesus Christ. In Jesus Christ name I Pray. Father in heaven you Get All the Praise & Glory & Honor Amen. Praise God.
The verses have encouraging and comforting words i request for daily verses
@ ed keith we say this at end of church every sunday. its jude 1:24
The Lord’s Prayer: Matthew 6:9-13
Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
1 John 5:13-15 NIV
I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life. This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he will hear us. And if we know that he hears us – whatever we ask- we know that we have what we asked of him.
Romans 9:35-39
Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? As it is written, For thy sake we are killed all the day long; we are accounted as sheep for the slaughter. Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come. Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to seperate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Thank ypu for sharing one of my very favorites from all of scripture!
*Note: I believe it is from Romans 8 though 😉
@michael you are right! I love this scripture @rosa so much thank you sharing this gives me hope! God bless you!
John 3:16-18
For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send His Son into the world to comdemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through Him. Whoever believes in Him is not condemned, but whoever does not believeis condemned already, becausehe has not believed in the name of the only Son of God.
But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.
1John 1:9
Ask me and I will tell you remarkable secrets you do not know about things to come.
Jeremiah 33:3
“I knew you before I formed you in your mother’s womb.
Before you were born I set you apart
and appointed you as my prophet to the nations.”
Jeremiah 1:5
They will fight you, but they will fail.
For I am with you, and I will take care of you.
I, the Lord, have spoken!”
Jeremiah 1:19
Lord, don’t terrorize me!
You alone are my hope in the day of disaster.
Jeremiah 17:17
These are some of my favourite verses in the order of importance. Most of the others have already been featured here. Though I’d usually read and relate well with the King James’ Version, I hope this version would minister to the many contemporary users of English Language. I hope you are blessed by them.
Good…God bless…
Very Good…..GOD Bless………..
My fav scripture of all time…im having it tattooed on soon 🙂
3:1 For everything 1 there is an appointed time, 2
and an appropriate time 3 for every activity 4 on earth: 5
3:2 A time to be born, 6 and a time to die; 7
a time to plant, and a time to uproot what was planted;
3:3 A time to kill, and a time to heal;
a time to break down, and a time to build up;
3:4 A time to weep, and a time to laugh;
a time to mourn, and a time to dance.
3:5 A time to throw away stones, and a time to gather stones;
a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing;
3:6 A time to search, and a time to give something up as lost; 8
a time to keep, and a time to throw away;
3:7 A time to rip, and a time to sew;
a time to keep silent, and a time to speak.
3:8 A time to love, and a time to hate;
a time for war, and a time for peace.
I think it’s hilarious when people say they love scripture and say they want it tattoed on them even though there is a very specific verse in Leviticus that says you shouldn’t tattoo any part of you skin or make cuts in your flesh for the dead. It’s just really enterntaining to me.
I remember a time when I was so thrilled to understand one or two bible verses. As time went on, I grew and learned more and more. I’ll always be learning. I have learned to that there is a log in my eye much greater than the speck in my brothers eys. Let’s be patient with our brothers. We all started somewhere and we all loved the scripture we learned even if it was one at a time…I didn’t learn about piercings until after I had my ears pierced. It made me very sad, but I know God loves me anyway. I pray Christ’s Peace adn His Love to reign in our lives.
i think it’s hilarious when people like you look down on people that aren’t perfect. Did you ever think that maybe they wanted to be reminded of it everyday? Or are you the only person in the world that can follow the Bible perfectly every seconed of your life? You must be the missing piece in the Trinity…..
Relax dude, it’s not the end of the world. Yet.
Have you ever read the whole chapter of Leviticus 19? There are lots of things we are told not to do, for example verse 27 says ““ ‘Do not cut the hair at the sides of your head or clip off the edges of your beard.” (Leviticus 19:27 NIV84) I’m pretty sure Christians have done that one before. You included. There are some things that you have to take as cultural, God was talking to Israel. And yes many of those things we are still suppose to follow. But you also have to look at the way it is being said. When it says ““ ‘Do not cut your bodies for the dead or put tattoo marks on yourselves. I am the Lord.” (Leviticus 19:28 NIV84) God was talking about the practice of mourning the dead. Not about getting a bible verse tattooed on yourself. I think a tatto of a bible verse could lead to great oppeetunities to witness to people.
I am a believer in our Saviour and I am proud and privileged to be one of his children. I do have ear and a nose piercing, if I were to get a tattoo I would like something religious, as God and my faith are the only things that won’t go out of fashion for me! 🙂 I think we need to realise that young people like to express themselves and sometimes aren’t aware of parts of the bible that includes no inking or bleeding; however I interpreted that as a sacrifice of other religions at ‘funerals’. I am not nearly as well read as you obvously are but I do believe and I don’t think anyone who gets a religious tattoo would ever try to be offending anyone! I hope that this doesn’t upset you but I think faith is such a strong thing; we need to celebrate peoples different ways of celebrating their faith in God! I hope some agree! I would like a quote regarding forgiving others who trespass against us, I know the basics but am looking for more of a forgiveness quote, something perhaps that is slightly inspirational!??! Sorry if Im asking too much! 🙂
Emma, what about the “faithful and just to forgive us” verse?
But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.
1John 1:9
excellent point Stephanie, I like opening up to people interested and educating them when i can ,and my tatoos remind me of certain times and events in my life that might some day down the road help even just one person. God bless you
Hey Ryan, You have to realize the context. God was guiding the Israelites at the time, morally as well as literally. God set down rules that would of helped the Israelites stay pure and keep them away from other tribes ritual’s, some of these rules (like tattoos) don’t pertain to us anymore in the 21st century. For example at this time other tribes around the israelites would tattoo themselves all over, for their tribe or rituals or for mourning the dead, which would keep the focus off God and on to whatever idol they were worshiping. When reading the old testament you have to realize not everything that God told the Israelites at the time, while it was the right thing to do in the circumstances, applies to us today. (Stephanie makes great points below, My youth pastor has a tatoo of a bible verse on his wrist)
Let he who is without sin cast the first stone. ; )
it also says not to judge for u will be judged as u judge others….only GOD can judge and if I’m not mistaken that is in the old testament and we were told that we do not have to follow some of the things he once judged us for such as the animals that were forbiden to eat are no longer forbiden and etc…..
GOD IS ALWAYS GOOD GOD BLESS EVERY ONE
I’m not particularly religious, but I do have a favorite verse.
John 8:12 Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.
Therefore there is now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus.
Romans 8:1 (NASB)
Bob,
Great information. Very helpful to me about a potential beginning into the blogosphere! I have two sister-in-laws encouraging me to write and I love to do it. I too have a favorite verse(s). I personally believe it is when Jesus, himself, tolds us exactly who he was by quoting Isaiah 61, who himself was referencing the 25th Chapter of Leviticus and the Year of Jubilee! It is the first “sermon” Jesus spoke. I believe they are some of the most beautiful words ever spoken. ” The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because He hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor;He hath sent me to heal the broken hearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and the recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised. To preach the acceptable year of the Lord.” Luke 4:18,19 (KJV)
“be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)
“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” (Isaiah 41:10)
“when the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears, and rescues them from all their troubles” (Psalm 34:17)
i saw these three verses when i was going through hard times and learned these things
1. do not be so depressed
2. stay strong in faith
3. God is always here for me
“God dosent require us to succeed, he only requires that you try” -Mother Teresa
Isaiah 54:17
No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is of me, saith the Lord.
Romans 8:38-39
Iam convinced that nothing can ever separate us from Gods love,Our fears for today ,our worries of tommorrow and even the powers of hell cant keep Gods love away.
Whether we are high up in the sky or on yhe deepest ocean ,nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the loive of God that is reveal in christ jesus our lord.
” Yahweh is tenderness and pity, slow to anger, full of faithful love. ”
Psalms 145:8
I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through him who gives me strength.
Philippians 4: 12-13
Amen, Paul.
“Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other. Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically. Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying. When God’s people are in need, be ready to help them. Always be eager to practice hospitality.”
Romans 12:9-13
Believe in God everytime…….
Nothing is impossible in Him
He can do the things you can’t do…..He is the most powerful in this world
…….for all you know………..i ignore the value of God in the past few years but now I truly believe that there is only one God in this worldwide world…………….He is always there in order to guide me all the time.He lightens my path since then. Ilove Him very much;;;;;;;;
hi can u share what u have been through before believing that there is God?. In what way that God communicate u?..
JESUS SAVES. YOU KNOW IT HE WILL GIVE YOU PEACE
Proverbs 16, vs 3
“Commit to the Lord all that you do , and your plans will be fulfilled.
God bless you all.
Could someone help me find a verse??
A while ago I read a verse about keeping on praying for those that are falling away/have walked away from God. I know it was somewhere in the New Testament but I can’t remember where…
Thanks alot,
Rosie
hi rosie, maybe what you are looking for is in Hebrews chapter 6 somewhere. it talks of the falling away from God subject.
Can somebody help me to find the complete verse of this:
“Dont let anybody look down on you because you are young. But set an example for..”
1 Tim. 4:12 Let no man despise your youth; but be an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
Wow..these verses have just answered the questions in my heart that i never knew was there..i feel really happy right now..i am trying to get closer with the Savior but it is time taking i am hoping to progress..because i know i have him on my side..
“Be Thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belongs to Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Isaiah 40:31 speaks to me it makes me feel to keep going God will always be with me!!! 😀
Joshua 1:9 “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”