The Holy Bible Verses

50 Bible Verses About Strength

Discover Bible verses about strength, including Philippians 4:13, reminding us of God's empowering presence in our lives. Embrace His strength daily.

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.

Strength in the Bible is often associated with reliance on God, who empowers believers to face challenges. Philippians 4:13 emphasizes that through Christ, one can find the strength to endure all circumstances. This theme encourages individuals to embrace God's presence and support in their daily lives, fostering resilience and confidence.

“I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.”
— Philippians 4:13 WEB

Sometimes, life feels like a battlefield. Challenges loom, and doubts creep in. Yet, within the pages of the Bible, strength is a recurring theme. From Genesis to Revelation, God’s strength empowers His people. Joseph’s journey in Genesis shows us this truth. Despite trials, his “bow remained strong” (Genesis 49:24). His hands were strengthened by God, the Mighty One of Jacob. This strength wasn’t just physical; it was a deep, inner resilience.

Throughout scripture, we see God’s strength offered to His people. Exodus 15:2 declares, “Yah is my strength and song. He has become my salvation.” Moses sings this after witnessing God’s power in delivering Israel. Similarly, Joshua’s life reflects this strength. “As yet I am as strong today as I was in the day that Moses sent me” (Joshua 14:11). Joshua’s strength wasn’t just for battle; it was for faithfulness. These stories remind us that strength is more than might. It’s courage and trust in God, who “will not fail you nor forsake you” (Deuteronomy 31:6).

50 verses

  1. 1

    “But his bow remained strong. The arms of his hands were made strong, by the hands of the Mighty One of Jacob, (from there is the shepherd, the stone of Israel),”

  2. 2

    “Yah is my strength and song. He has become my salvation. This is my God, and I will praise him; my father’s God, and I will exalt him.”

  3. 3

    “Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid or scared of them; for Yahweh your God himself is who goes with you. He will not fail you nor forsake you.””

  4. 4

    “As yet I am as strong today as I was in the day that Moses sent me. As my strength was then, even so is my strength now for war, to go out and to come in.”

  5. 5

    “God is my rock in whom I take refuge; my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my high tower, and my refuge. My savior, you save me from violence.”

  6. 8

    “An arm of flesh is with him, but Yahweh our God is with us to help us and to fight our battles.” The people rested themselves on the words of Hezekiah king of Judah.”

  7. 9

    “Is my strength the strength of stones? Or is my flesh of brass?”

  8. 10

    “Many there are who say of my soul, “There is no help for him in God.”The Hebrew word rendered “God” is “אֱלֹהִ֑ים” (Elohim). Selah.”

  9. 12

    “the God who arms me with strength, and makes my way perfect?”

  10. 13

    “Wait for Yahweh. Be strong, and let your heart take courage. Yes, wait for Yahweh.”

  11. 14

    “Yahweh is my strength and my shield. My heart has trusted in him, and I am helped. Therefore my heart greatly rejoices. With my song I will thank him.”

  12. 15

    “Yahweh is their strength. He is a stronghold of salvation to his anointed.”

  13. 16

    “Yahweh will give strength to his people. Yahweh will bless his people with peace.”

  14. 17

    “Be strong, and let your heart take courage, all you who hope in Yahweh.”

  15. 18

    “For you are the God of my strength. Why have you rejected me? Why do I go mourning because of the oppression of the enemy?”

  16. 19

    “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”

  17. 20

    ““Behold, this is the man who didn’t make God his strength, but trusted in the abundance of his riches, and strengthened himself in his wickedness.””

  18. 21

    “Behold, God is my helper. The Lord is the one who sustains my soul.”

  19. 22

    “In God, I praise his word. In God, I put my trust. I will not be afraid. What can flesh do to me?”

  20. 23

    “Oh, my Strength, I watch for you, for God is my high tower.”

  21. 24

    “My God will go before me with his loving kindness. God will let me look at my enemies in triumph.”

  22. 25

    “To you, my strength, I will sing praises. For God is my high tower, the God of my mercy.”

  23. 26

    “With God is my salvation and my honor. The rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God.”

  24. 27

    “God, you are my God. I will earnestly seek you. My soul thirsts for you. My flesh longs for you, in a dry and weary land, where there is no water.”

  25. 28

    “Your God has commanded your strength. Strengthen, God, that which you have done for us.”

  26. 29

    “Ascribe strength to God! His excellency is over Israel, his strength is in the skies.”

  27. 30

    “You are awesome, God, in your sanctuaries. The God of Israel gives strength and power to his people. Praise be to God!”

  28. 31

    “My flesh and my heart fails, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”

  29. 32

    “Sing aloud to God, our strength! Make a joyful shout to the God of Jacob!”

  30. 33

    “Blessed are those whose strength is in you; who have set their hearts on a pilgrimage.”

  31. 34

    “Yahweh, God of Armies, who is a mighty one, like you? Yah, your faithfulness is around you.”

  32. 37

    “My soul is weary with sorrow: strengthen me according to your word.”

  33. 38

    “Behold, God is my salvation. I will trust, and will not be afraid; for Yah, Yahweh, is my strength and song; and he has become my salvation.””

  34. 39

    “Strengthen the weak hands, and make firm the feeble knees.”

  35. 40

    “Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.”

  36. 41

    “Yahweh, my strength, and my stronghold, and my refuge in the day of affliction, the nations will come to you from the ends of the earth, and will say, “Our fathers have inherited nothing but lies, vanity and things in which there is no profit.”

  37. 42

    “Don’t be afraid, you animals of the field; for the pastures of the wilderness spring up, for the tree bears its fruit. The fig tree and the vine yield their strength.”

  38. 43

    “Yahweh, the Lord,The word translated “Lord” is “Adonai.” is my strength. He makes my feet like deer’s feet, and enables me to go in high places. For the music director, on my stringed instruments.”

  39. 44

    “Yet now be strong, Zerubbabel,’ says Yahweh. ‘Be strong, Joshua, son of Jehozadak, the high priest. Be strong, all you people of the land,’ says Yahweh, ‘and work, for I am with you,’ says Yahweh of Armies.”

  40. 45

    “An angel from heaven appeared to him, strengthening him.”

  41. 46

    “For these things happened, that the Scripture might be fulfilled, “A bone of him will not be broken.”Exodus 12:46; Numbers 9:12; Psalm 34:20”

  42. 47

    “Therefore I take pleasure in weaknesses, in injuries, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses, for Christ’s sake. For when I am weak, then am I strong.”

  43. 50

    “and in knowledge, self-control; and in self-control perseverance; and in perseverance godliness;”

For your week

Reflect

God’s strength is always available. It isn't about might alone but about courage and trust. Philippians 4:13 reminds us, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." This strength is sufficient for every moment.

Pray

Heavenly Father, grant me Your strength in my weakness. Help me rely on Your power and presence each day. Guide my heart to trust deeply in You.

Apply

This week, memorize Philippians 4:13. Reflect on it during your daily moments of struggle. Let it remind you of the strength available in Christ.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does the Bible say strength comes from?

The Bible consistently shows that strength comes from God. In Exodus 15:2, Moses declares, "Yah is my strength and song. He has become my salvation." Deuteronomy 31:6 advises, "Be strong and courageous," because "Yahweh your God... goes with you." Strength isn't just physical. It's the courage and faith found in relying on God's presence.

How can I be strong in the Lord?

To be strong in the Lord, one must rely on Him. Philippians 4:13 states, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Strength comes from trusting in God’s promises and presence. Deuteronomy 31:6 urges us to "Be strong and courageous," because God accompanies us. Prayer and scripture meditation help deepen this reliance.

What does the Bible say about weakness?

The Bible teaches that God’s strength is revealed in our weakness. Paul writes in 2 Corinthians 12:9, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Weakness isn’t a flaw; it's an opportunity for God's power to shine. It invites us to depend on Christ's strength, as seen in Philippians 4:13.

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