In times of transition and new beginnings, those who have served in the military often seek guidance and reassurance from scripture. The life-changing experience of being marine discharged is filled with uncertainty, yet it is also a time for reflection and growth. The Bible offers wisdom and comfort that can help navigate this important moment in life.
Exploring these 30 Bible verses can provide strength, encouragement, and hope for all who have served. As you read through these scriptures, you may find messages that resonate deeply and inspire courage as you move forward into the next chapter of your life.
To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven.
Commit your works to the LORD, and your thoughts will be established.
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you.
He calms the storm, so that its waves are still.
But the LORD provided a great fish to swallow Jonah, and Jonah was inside the fish three days and three nights.
And he directed the people to sit down on the grass. Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, he gave thanks and broke the loaves.
He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down, and it was completely calm.
There is the sea, vast and spacious, teeming with creatures beyond number—living things both large and small.
Speak to the earth, and it will teach you; and the fish of the sea will declare to you.
Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea.
For as Jonah was three days and three nights in the belly of a huge fish, so the Son of Man will be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth.
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.
Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowd.
When he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Put out into deep water, and let down the nets for a catch.”
Fish will abound in the Dead Sea, and there will be many fish because this water flows there; it makes the salty water fresh.
Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.
Praise the LORD from the earth, you great sea creatures and all ocean depths.
And God said, “Let the water teem with living creatures, and let birds fly above the earth across the vault of the sky.”
The sea rises over Babylon; she is covered by its turbulent waves.
The birds of the air, and the fish of the sea, all that swim the paths of the seas.
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.
It contained all kinds of four-footed animals, as well as reptiles and birds.
Not all flesh is the same: People have one kind of flesh, animals have another, birds another and fish another.
As they sailed, he fell asleep. A squall came down on the lake, so that the boat was being swamped, and they were in great danger.
And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.
Of all the creatures living in the water, you may eat any that have fins and scales.
The way of an eagle in the sky, the way of a serpent on a rock, the way of a ship on the high seas, and the way of a man with a young woman.
Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.
The Lord says: “I will bring them from Bashan; I will bring them from the depths of the sea.”
Then you will look and be radiant, your heart will throb and swell with joy; the wealth on the seas will be brought to you, to you the riches of the nations will come.
Famous and Strong Quotes about marine discharged for
The sea is the greatest teacher of all.
We are not the sum of our parts; we are the sum of our choices.
The ocean is a mighty harmonist.
We may brave human laws, but we cannot resist natural ones.
A whale ship was my Yale College and my Harvard.
A Prayer for Those Discharged from the Marine Corps
Heavenly Father,
We come before You today with heavy hearts, lifting up those who have been discharged from the Marine Corps. In this time of transition, we ask for Your peace to envelop them. May they feel Your presence closely guiding them as they navigate the challenges that lie ahead.
Lord, grant them strength and clarity in their new paths. Help them to find purpose and direction in their lives beyond military service. May Your wisdom fill their minds as they seek employment, education, and meaningful relationships.
We pray for healing for any wounds, both visible and invisible, that they may carry from their time in service. Surround them with support and understanding, and let them find comfort in the love of family and friends.
As they walk forward, may they always feel the valor and courage instilled in them during their service. Help them to be leaders in their communities, drawing upon their experiences to inspire others.
We trust in Your unfailing love, knowing You have plans for each one of them. May they embrace the future with hope and faith, confident in the path You have laid before them.
In Jesus’ name, we pray, Amen.