In times of sadness and despair, many seek comfort and guidance from Scripture. The Bible is filled with verses that offer hope, encouragement, and assurance that you are not alone in your struggles. These timeless words remind us of God’s unwavering love and support during our most difficult moments.
When feeling down, it’s essential to turn to these verses that provide strength and uplift the spirit. Whether you need reassurance or a gentle reminder of God’s promises, these 30 Bible verses will help illuminate your path and bring solace to your heart. Take a moment to reflect on these passages and allow them to instill peace within you.
The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.
Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God.
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction.
For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.
Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.
To grant to those who mourn in Zion—to give them a beautiful headdress instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, the garment of praise instead of a faint spirit.
My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.
Where shall I go from your Spirit? Or where shall I flee from your presence?
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.
When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul.
Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad.
But they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.
The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.
For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin.
Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.
For he has not despised or abhorred the affliction of the afflicted, and he has not hidden his face from him, but has heard, when he cried to him.
Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.
I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
I have set the LORD always before me; because he is at my right hand, I shall not be shaken.
And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.
As a father shows compassion to his children, so the LORD shows compassion to those who fear him. For he knows our frame; he remembers that we are dust.
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us.
…for the joy of the LORD is your strength.
Famous and Strong Quotes about someone who is feeling down
There is a wisdom of the head, and a wisdom of the heart.
The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are strong at the broken places.
He who has a why to live can bear almost any how.
Let everything happen to you: beauty and terror. Just keep going. No feeling is final.
The best way to cheer yourself is to try to cheer someone else up.
Finding Light in the Darkness
Heavenly Father,
We come before You today, lifting up our dear friend who is feeling down. In times of trouble, remind them of Your unwavering love and presence. Surround them with Your comforting embrace, filling their heart with hope and peace. Help them to see beyond their struggles and find joy in the little things. May Your light shine upon their path, guiding them through this season of sadness. Grant them strength to face each day and the courage to lean on You. Amen.