Bible Verses About Strength
The Bible's strongest promises of strength are almost always paired with weakness — they are written for people running out of their own.
From Joshua facing a new land to Paul writing from prison, biblical strength is rarely self-generated. It is asked for, given, and renewed. The verses collected here span courage before a hard task, endurance in a long season, and the quieter strength of waiting.
Featured verses
“but those who wait for Yahweh will renew their strength. They will mount up with wings like eagles. They will run, and not be weary. They will walk, and not faint.”
Isaiah 40:31 · WEB
“I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.”
Philippians 4:13 · WEB
“Haven't I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Don't be afraid. Don't be dismayed, for Yahweh your God is with you wherever you go.”
Joshua 1:9 · WEB
“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”
2 Corinthians 12:9 · WEB
“Yahweh is my strength and my shield. My heart has trusted in him, and I am helped.”
Psalm 28:7 · WEB
More verses
“the joy of Yahweh is your strength.”
Nehemiah 8:10 · WEB“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
Psalm 46:1 · WEB
Questions about strength
What does the Bible say about finding strength in hard times?
Isaiah 40:31 describes strength as something renewed by waiting on God rather than produced by effort alone — a recurring pattern across the strength verses in both testaments.