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50 Bible Verses About Eternal Life

Explore Bible verses about eternal life. Discover hope and assurance through scripture, including John 10:28 and others, for a future with God.

By The Editorial Team

Verses sourced from the World English Bible (public domain). Selection follows our editorial policy. Last reviewed 2026-04-23. See all sources.

Eternal life, as presented in Scripture, refers to a lasting relationship with God that begins in the present and continues beyond physical death. It is often associated with faith in Jesus Christ, who promises security and assurance to believers. Key verses like John 10:28 highlight this promise of eternal life.

“I give eternal life to them. They will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand.”
— John 10:28 WEB

The promise of eternal life offers peace and hope in a world full of uncertainty. Moments of doubt and fear can cloud our hearts, but the assurance of life beyond this one provides comfort. In John 10:28, Jesus declares, “I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand.” This powerful promise reminds us that our lives are secure in His care. God’s love and protection never waver.

Throughout scripture, the theme of eternal life is woven into the fabric of God’s promises. Deuteronomy 30:20 encourages us to cling to God, for He is our life. Psalm 23:6 assures us of dwelling in the Lord’s house forever. Each verse speaks of a life that transcends our current existence, one filled with love and divine presence. As we explore these verses, we see a consistent message of hope and assurance, inviting us to trust in the eternal God. His promises extend beyond the here and now, offering a future with Him that is everlasting.

50 verses

  1. 1

    “to love Yahweh your God, to obey his voice, and to cling to him; for he is your life, and the length of your days; that you may dwell in the land which Yahweh swore to your fathers, to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob, to give them.”

  2. 2

    “For it is no vain thing for you; because it is your life, and through this thing you shall prolong your days in the land, where you go over the Jordan to possess it.””

  3. 3

    “The eternal God is your dwelling place. Underneath are the everlasting arms. He thrust out the enemy from before you, and said, ‘Destroy!’”

  4. 4

    “He asked life of you, you gave it to him, even length of days forever and ever.”

  5. 5

    “Surely goodness and loving kindness shall follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in Yahweh’s house forever.”

  6. 6

    “For Yahweh is good. His loving kindness endures forever, his faithfulness to all generations.”

  7. 7

    “Let Israel now say that his loving kindness endures forever.”

  8. 9

    “like the dew of Hermon, that comes down on the hills of Zion: for there Yahweh gives the blessing, even life forever more.”

  9. 10

    “Even a heritage to Israel his servant; for his loving kindness endures forever:”

  10. 11

    “Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom. Your dominion endures throughout all generations. Yahweh is faithful in all his words, and loving in all his deeds.Some manuscripts omit these last two lines.”

  11. 12

    “That which is has been long ago, and that which is to be has been long ago: and God seeks again that which is passed away.”

  12. 13

    “The grass withers, the flower fades; but the word of our God stands forever.””

  13. 14

    “Aren’t you from everlasting, Yahweh my God,The Hebrew word rendered “God” is “אֱלֹהִ֑ים” (Elohim). my Holy One? We will not die. Yahweh, you have appointed him for judgment. You, Rock, have established him to punish.”

  14. 15

    “Behold, one came to him and said, “Good teacher, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life?””

  15. 16

    “Everyone who has left houses, or brothers, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my name’s sake, will receive one hundred times, and will inherit eternal life.”

  16. 17

    “These will go away into eternal punishment, but the righteous into eternal life.””

  17. 18

    “Behold, a certain lawyer stood up and tested him, saying, “Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?””

  18. 19

    “A certain ruler asked him, saying, “Good Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?””

  19. 20

    “who will not receive many times more in this time, and in the world to come, eternal life.””

  20. 21

    “that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life.”

  21. 22

    “For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life.”

  22. 23

    “One who believes in the Son has eternal life, but one who disobeys The same word can be translated “disobeys” or “disbelieves” in this context. the Son won’t see life, but the wrath of God remains on him.””

  23. 24

    “but whoever drinks of the water that I will give him will never thirst again; but the water that I will give him will become in him a well of water springing up to eternal life.””

  24. 25

    ““Most certainly I tell you, he who hears my word, and believes him who sent me, has eternal life, and doesn’t come into judgment, but has passed out of death into life.”

  25. 26

    ““You search the Scriptures, because you think that in them you have eternal life; and these are they which testify about me.”

  26. 27

    “Most certainly, I tell you, he who believes in me has eternal life.”

  27. 28

    “This is the bread which came down out of heaven—not as our fathers ate the manna, and died. He who eats this bread will live forever.””

  28. 29

    “I give eternal life to them. They will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand.”

  29. 30

    “He who loves his life will lose it. He who hates his life in this world will keep it to eternal life.”

  30. 31

    “I know that his commandment is eternal life. The things therefore which I speak, even as the Father has said to me, so I speak.””

  31. 32

    “even as you gave him authority over all flesh, so he will give eternal life to all whom you have given him.”

  32. 33

    “This is eternal life, that they should know you, the only true God, and him whom you sent, Jesus Christ.”

  33. 34

    “to those who by perseverance in well-doing seek for glory, honor, and incorruptibility, eternal life;”

  34. 35

    “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

  35. 36

    ““that it may be well with you, and you may live long on the earth.” Deuteronomy 5:16”

  36. 37

    “For bodily exercise has some value, but godliness has value in all things, having the promise of the life which is now, and of that which is to come.”

  37. 38

    “who alone has immortality, dwelling in unapproachable light; whom no man has seen, nor can see: to whom be honor and eternal power. Amen.”

  38. 39

    “Therefore I endure all things for the chosen ones’ sake, that they also may obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory.”

  39. 40

    “in hope of eternal life, which God, who can’t lie, promised before time began;”

  40. 41

    “Be free from the love of money, content with such things as you have, for he has said, “I will in no way leave you, neither will I in any way forsake you.”Deuteronomy 31:6”

  41. 42

    “to an incorruptible and undefiled inheritance that doesn’t fade away, reserved in Heaven for you,”

  42. 43

    “having been born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, through the word of God, which lives and remains forever.”

  43. 44

    “but the Lord’s word endures forever.”Isaiah 40:6-8 This is the word of Good News which was preached to you.”

  44. 45

    “(and the life was revealed, and we have seen, and testify, and declare to you the life, the eternal life, which was with the Father, and was revealed to us);”

  45. 46

    “This is the promise which he promised us, the eternal life.”

  46. 47

    “The testimony is this, that God gave to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son.”

  47. 48

    “These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life, and that you may continue to believe in the name of the Son of God.”

  48. 49

    “Keep yourselves in God’s love, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to eternal life.”

  49. 50

    “and the Living one. I was dead, and behold, I am alive forever and ever. Amen. I have the keys of Death and of Hades.or, Hell”

For your week

Reflect

Consider how the promise of eternal life affects your daily life. Knowing that God's love is eternal can change how you face challenges and joys. Trusting in His promise brings peace and purpose to each day.

Pray

Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of eternal life. Help me to hold onto Your promises and find peace in Your everlasting love. Amen.

Apply

Each day this week, read one verse about eternal life. Meditate on its meaning and journal how it impacts your understanding of God's promises.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about eternal life?

Eternal life is a promise from God, given through faith in Jesus Christ. In John 10:28, Jesus promises eternal life to His followers, ensuring they will never perish. This life is not just unending existence but a quality of life spent in the presence of God. Deuteronomy 33:27 reminds us of the eternal God as our dwelling place, suggesting a life of security and peace with Him.

Who gets eternal life?

Eternal life is granted to those who believe in Jesus Christ. John 3:16 states, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life." This promise is for everyone who trusts in Jesus as their Savior, regardless of background or past actions. Faith in Christ is the key to receiving this gift.

What will eternal life be like?

Eternal life is characterized by dwelling in God's presence, full of joy and peace. Revelation 21:4 describes a place where "He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain." It's a life free from suffering, filled with God's perfect love. Psalm 23:6 assures us of goodness and loving kindness all our days, even into eternity.

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