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Bible Verses About Courage

Courage in the Bible isn't the absence of fear — it's moving forward because God goes with you. These Bible verses about courage steel the heart for hard obediences.

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Joshua 1:9

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“Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.””

Deuteronomy 31:6

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“Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.””

Psalms 27:14

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“Wait patiently for the LORD; be strong and courageous. Wait patiently for the LORD!”

1 Corinthians 16:13

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“Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage. Be strong.”

Isaiah 41:13

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“For I am the LORD your God, who takes hold of your right hand and tells you: Do not fear, I will help you.”

Psalms 31:24

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“Be strong and courageous, all you who hope in the LORD.”

2 Timothy 1:7

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“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.”

Psalms 27:1

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“The LORD is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life— whom shall I dread?”

Proverbs 28:1

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“The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion.”

Acts 4:29-31

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“And now, Lord, consider their threats, and enable Your servants to speak Your word with complete boldness, as You stretch out Your hand to heal and perform signs and wonders through the name of Your holy servant Jesus.” After they had prayed, their meeting place was shaken, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the word of God boldly.”

Esther 4:14

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“For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father’s house will perish. And who knows if perhaps you have come to the kingdom for such a time as this?””

John 16:33

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“I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!””

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Bible say about Courage?

Courage in the Bible isn't the absence of fear — it's moving forward because God goes with you. These Bible verses about courage steel the heart for hard obediences.

What is a good Bible verse about Courage?

Joshua 1:9: “Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.””

Where should I start reading about Courage in the Bible?

Start with Deuteronomy 31:6, one of the 12 verses gathered here on this topic.

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