Inspiration
5 of My Favorite Scriptures!
Written by Christi Given | July 17, 2012
PI readers, as many of you know, reading the Word of God is vital to growing closer to Him, understanding the Lord and His character, and becoming Christ-like. The Bible is filled with examples of people like you and me who learned by experience how to hear the voice of God–whether in joyful times or hard ones. The Word of God is truth, all-powerful and never fails.
The Word will help you walk into a stronger relationship with Jesus and with the Father. You will continue to know and understand the wisdom and revelation, and what your purpose is in life! God’s Word is vital for our growth, just like food is for our bodies and water is to keep us hydrated! The Bible is like our daily bread and the Holy Spirit the living water.
Some of my favorite scriptures have helped me through both dry and abundant seasons, and I want to share them with you. I hope you are blessed by these verses! I want to motivate you to read the Word of God daily, even if it is just one scripture a day. Think on the scripture, dwell on that for the day and you will see the fruit of the blessings in your life! You will see how God will reveal himself to you through His powerful Word, the Bible.
5 of my favorite Scriptures:
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: REJOICE! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus…I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do EVERYTHING through him who gives me strength (Philipians 4:4-7, 12-13).
And we that in ALL things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose…What, then, shall we say in response to this? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all–how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? (Romans 8:28, 31-32).
I tell you the truth, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you (Matthew 17:20).
The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me because the Lord has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor and the day of vengeance of our God, to comfort all who mourn, and provide for those who grieve in Zion–to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor. They will rebuild the ancient ruins and restore the places long devasted; they will renew the ruined cities that have been devastated for generations…Instead of their shame my people will receive a double portion, and instead of disgrace they will rejoice in their inheritance, and so they will inherit a double portion in their land and everlasting joy will be theirs (Isaiah 61:1-4,7).
I sought the Lord, and he answered me; He delivered me from all my fears. Those who look to Him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame…The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him, and He delivers them. Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him. Fear the Lord, you His saints, for those who fear Him lack nothing. The lions may grow weak and hungry, but those who seek the Lord lack no good thing (Psalm 34:4-5, 7-10).
I have so many more scriptures I just delight in and love, but these are some that have been so powerful and have spoken to my life personally. PI readers, what is your favorite scripture verse? Do you know it by heart?
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Posted by GodsmyHope on July 31, 2012 at 11:06
Matthew 21:21-Jesus answered and said unto them, “Verily, I say unto you, if ye have faith and doubt not, ye shall not only do this which is done unto the fig tree, but also if ye shall say unto this mountain, be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea, it shall be done.” I memorized it in 4th grade 🙂
Posted by Jeanni on August 1, 2012 at 14:27
My 5 favorite’s are…
John 10:28
Romans 8:38-39
Revelation 21:4
Joshua 1:9
I LOVE these Verses!!
Posted by Jeanni on August 1, 2012 at 14:30
The other one is…
Psalm 91:1
Another GREAT verse!
Posted by Josie4Jesus on July 23, 2012 at 19:17
I am unsure of its location in the Bible, but my favorite verse is “faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not yet seen”! Thank you for this wonderful post.
Posted by GodsmyHope on July 31, 2012 at 11:09
Hebrews 11:1 That is a great verse 🙂
Posted by Josie4Jesus on July 23, 2012 at 19:20
Also, Galatians 5:20 – 5:22, the fruits of the spirit is something I try (some days with success others without)to act out day to day. God is so gracious in his forgiveness of my slip-ups!
Posted by SunshineGirl on July 23, 2012 at 09:28
Proverbs 31:10-31 is my goal!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by ApphiaRose on July 22, 2012 at 09:44
Thank you so much for this article! 🙂 (It is so uncommon, but I just love this rush of excitement I get when I memorize a beautiful new verse; just think, you are placing in your mind a piece of God’s Holy Word! SO incredible.) Here is one of my favorite verses; I have been going over it in my mind before I go to sleep, and reading it again when I wake up. Psalm 143:8…”Let me hear in the morning of your steadfast love, for in you I trust. Make me know the way I should go, for to you I lift up my soul.”
Posted by SunshineGirl on July 21, 2012 at 09:59
I favorite and my goal: Proverbs 31:10-31
Posted by Christ4life on July 20, 2012 at 12:48
My favorite is: psalm 32:8 and isaiah 51:12-13/14
Posted by LynneOceanTide on July 19, 2012 at 22:30
I love this! It’s so inspiring. 🙂
Posted by a2j on July 19, 2012 at 09:31
Whenever I share my testimony, I always talk about Jeremiah 29:11 because that is the verse that helped me work through my struggles (depression, attempting suicide, cutting, etc) and it is still the verse that i look to today whenever i feel overwhelmed, like life is pointless. To me, i see it as God’s promise that He’ll give me a life worth living and a happy ending 🙂
Posted by Christ4life on July 20, 2012 at 12:53
I also used to struggle with depression and suicidal thoughts but the joy of the lord hit me one day and thank you for sharing this scripture because it will remind me when life seems pointless
Posted by Sarisa on July 18, 2012 at 22:57
My favorite chapter in the bible is 1 Corinthians Chapter 13.
Posted by violinist4Him on July 18, 2012 at 12:28
Psalm 16:8 “I have set the Lord always before me, because He is at my right hand, I WILL NOT BE SHAKEN”
My favorite!!^^^^
Posted by ApphiaRose on July 22, 2012 at 09:45
soo beautiful. One of my favorites!!
Posted by Christ4life on July 20, 2012 at 12:51
Amen!
Posted by Nef on July 17, 2012 at 20:28
My 3 favorite .. 🙂
1. “Charm is deceptive, beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised” proverbs 31
2. “No weapon formed against you shall prosper”
3. “Trust in the Lord with all of your heart, and lean not on your own understanding, look to him in all of your ways and he will make your path straight”. Proverbs 3:5-6
Posted by Roseinthebush on July 18, 2012 at 11:56
“I lift my eyes up to the hills, where does my help come from? It comes from the lord the creator of the heavens and the Earth.”-Psalm 121:1-2
Posted by Christ4life on July 20, 2012 at 12:51
Thank u so much for sharing 🙂 i love it!
Posted by sierra nevada on July 17, 2012 at 20:01
He redeemed my soul from going down into the pit and I will LIVE to enjoy the light. Job 33:28
Posted by Beth1096 on July 17, 2012 at 18:53
This really helped me today. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by cococookies on July 17, 2012 at 16:07
this is really encouraging!
my favorite verse is Psalms 119: 9 “How can a young person live a pure life? By obeying your word.”
Posted by Paris on July 17, 2012 at 15:18
Isaiah 9:6
For unto us a child is born,unto us a son is given,the government will be upon his shoulders,and he shall be called: Wonderful,Counsler,MIGHTY God,Prince Of Peace,EVERLASTING Father.
(I know it by heart!)
Posted by SONshine14 on July 17, 2012 at 10:19
You have definitely blessed my day <3 Thank you!
Posted by countrychic143 on July 17, 2012 at 08:39
Philippians 2:14
Posted by Rusa on July 17, 2012 at 08:25
My favorite verse is 1 Timothy 4:12
“Do not let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in the way you live, your love, your faith, and your purity.” I know it by heart 🙂
Posted by leahgrace99 on July 17, 2012 at 13:32
I love this verse but, my fave bible verse is Philippians 4:13…I can do everything through Christ who gives me strength.
Posted by redheadjess123 on July 17, 2012 at 19:33
I love Philippians 4:13!
Posted by Alex1990 on July 17, 2012 at 05:19
Awesome! Thank you for sharing 🙂