Best Christian Quotes to Support your Faith, Edited by Melkisedeck Leon Shine

Resting in God's Promises: 15 Bible Verses for Assurance and Peace

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Author/Editor: Melkisedeck Leon Shine, 2015-2017: AckySHINE.com

🕊️ As believers, we are blessed to have the Word of God, which serves as a guiding light in our lives. In times of uncertainty and doubt, we can find strength, assurance, and peace by resting in God's promises. These promises are like precious gems, providing us with the comfort and reassurance we need to navigate through life's challenges. Let's explore 15 Bible verses that will help us find rest in God's promises, drawing inspiration from biblical examples and the teachings of Jesus.

1️⃣ "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." - Jeremiah 29:11

✝️ Just as God had a plan for Jeremiah's life, He has a plan for each one of us. We can find assurance and peace knowing that God's plans for us are good, filled with hope and a promising future.

2️⃣ "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." - Matthew 11:28

👣 Jesus invites us to come to Him when we're feeling tired and overwhelmed. He promises to provide rest for our souls, soothing our anxieties and bringing us into a place of peace.

3️⃣ "Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." - Proverbs 3:5-6

🎯 When we surrender our plans to God and trust in His wisdom, He promises to direct our paths. Even when things seem uncertain, we can find assurance that God will lead us in the right direction.

4️⃣ "The LORD is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul." - Psalm 23:1-3

🌿 Just like a shepherd cares for his sheep, God promises to provide for all our needs and lead us to places of peace and refreshment. In His presence, we can find rest for our weary souls.

5️⃣ "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." - John 14:27

🌟 Jesus assures us that the peace He gives is unlike anything the world can offer. Even in the midst of chaos, we can rest in His peace and live without fear, knowing that He is with us.

6️⃣ "And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus." - Philippians 4:19

💰 God promises to provide for all our needs according to His abundant riches. We can find assurance in knowing that He is faithful and will meet our every need.

7️⃣ "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." - 1 Peter 5:7

👐 God cares deeply for us, and He encourages us to cast our anxieties upon Him. When we surrender our worries to God and trust in His love, we can experience His peace that surpasses all understanding.

8️⃣ "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." - Isaiah 41:10

🛡️ God promises to be with us, even in the most challenging times. When fears arise, we can find solace in knowing that God is our strength and will uphold us with His righteous hand.

9️⃣ "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." - Romans 5:1

🤝 Through faith in Jesus, we are justified and reconciled with God. This brings us peace, knowing that we have a restored relationship with our Creator.

🔟 "But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." - Isaiah 40:31

🦅 By placing our hope in the Lord, we can find renewed strength and endurance. Just as eagles soar above the storms, we can rise above our challenges, knowing that God will sustain us.

1️⃣1️⃣ "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, 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." - Philippians 4:6-7

🙏 When we bring our concerns before God in prayer, with a heart of gratitude, His peace will guard our hearts and minds. Through this, we can find assurance and rest in His presence.

1️⃣2️⃣ "The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." - Psalm 34:18

💔 God is near to those who are hurting and brokenhearted. He promises to save and restore them. In our times of pain, we can find solace in knowing that God is with us and will bring healing.

1️⃣3️⃣ "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." - Romans 8:28

🔀 God works all things for the good of those who love Him. Even in our trials and hardships, we can find comfort knowing that God will use them to shape and refine us according to His purpose.

1️⃣4️⃣ "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." - John 3:16

💖 God's love for us is immeasurable, as shown through the sacrifice of His Son, Jesus. By believing in Him, we can have eternal life and experience the depth of God's love.

1️⃣5️⃣ "Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you." - 2 Thessalonians 3:16

🙌 As we rest in God's promises, may the Lord of peace Himself grant us peace in every aspect of our lives. May we always remember that the Lord is with us, guiding and comforting us through every season.

✨ May these 15 Bible verses serve as a reminder of God's faithfulness, love, and promises. In times of uncertainty, may we find assurance and peace by placing our trust in Him. Let us love God, love one another, and always remember that we are deeply loved by God. May the blessings of God be upon you always. Amen. 🙏

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👥 Benjamin Masanja Guest May 7, 2021

You are never alone; God is with you

👥 Baridi Guest Apr 28, 2021

The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead, he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. – 2 Peter 3:9

👥 Janet Sumaye Guest Apr 25, 2021

How do you always find the perfect quotes for any mood? Love it!

👥 Samuel Were Guest Apr 21, 2021

Wow, so thought-provoking!

👥 Alice Mwikali Guest Apr 20, 2021

To one who has faith, no explanation is necessary. To one without faith, no explanation is possible. – Thomas Aquinas

👥 Alex Nyamweya Guest Apr 16, 2021

Faith grows stronger in trials

👥 Lucy Mahiga Guest Apr 7, 2021

Matthew 7:24-27 – "Therefore, everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock. But everyone who hears these words of mine and does not put them into practice is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell with a great crash."

👥 Rabia Guest Apr 7, 2021

Acts 2:42-47 – "They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common. They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved."

👥 Simon Kiprono Guest Apr 6, 2021

Adding this to my favorites! ❤️ This quote is not only inspiring but also timeless. It’s one of those quotes that you can return to again and again, finding new meaning in it each time. I’m definitely saving this one because I know I’ll want to revisit it whenever I need a little extra encouragement. It’s amazing how certain words can have such a lasting impact on your mindset. Thank you for sharing something so meaningful!

👥 Anna Sumari Guest Apr 4, 2021

The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus be with you. – Romans 16:20

👥 Thomas Mwakalindile Guest Mar 30, 2021

For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. – Philippians 1:21

👥 Grace Wairimu Guest Mar 9, 2021

Faith is like Wi-Fi, it’s invisible but it has the power to connect you to what you need. – Unknown

👥 Nancy Kawawa Guest Mar 8, 2021

If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. – James 1:5

👥 Josephine Guest Mar 6, 2021

Faith isn’t believing without proof but trusting without reservation. – Unknown

👥 Mohamed Guest Mar 6, 2021

2 Corinthians 4:7-10 – "But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body."

👥 Janet Sumari Guest Mar 1, 2021

Timely reminder, thank you! ⏰ I didn’t realize how much I needed to hear this today. Sometimes, we get so caught up in our daily lives that we forget the bigger picture, and this quote helped me pause and reflect on what truly matters. It’s such a timely reminder to stay grounded and focused on what’s important. I’ll be carrying this message with me throughout the day, and I’m sure it will continue to inspire me in the days to come.

👥 Betty Akinyi Guest Feb 23, 2021

Let your faith be bigger than your fears

👥 Margaret Anyango Guest Feb 21, 2021

1 Timothy 6:17-19 – "Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. In this way, they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life."

👥 Grace Mligo Guest Feb 15, 2021

This one really hit home. I’m going to share it with my friends.

👥 Mwalimu Guest Feb 14, 2021

Ephesians 4:1-3 – "As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace."

👥 Jamila Guest Feb 9, 2021

And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. – Hebrews 10:24

👥 Halimah Guest Feb 4, 2021

Such a powerful message! 💪

👥 Rose Lowassa Guest Feb 3, 2021

Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. – Romans 12:21

👥 Asha Guest Feb 2, 2021

This really resonates with me. 💬 It’s amazing how words can connect with you on such a personal level. This quote speaks to exactly what I’ve been feeling lately, and it’s comforting to know that others have felt the same way. It’s given me a new perspective on my situation and reminded me that I’m not alone in what I’m going through. Thank you for posting something so meaningful and relatable!

👥 Andrew Mahiga Guest Jan 30, 2021

Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. – John 14:1

👥 Stephen Malecela Guest Jan 29, 2021

There is hope for a future, for God knows the plans He has for you

👥 Ibrahim Guest Jan 26, 2021

Faith is resting in the fact that God has everything under control. – Unknown

👥 Nasra Guest Jan 23, 2021

This quote is a game-changer! 🔥 I’ve read a lot of quotes in my life, but this one really stands out. It’s one of those rare quotes that has the power to completely shift your mindset and make you see things from a whole new perspective. I’m feeling so inspired after reading this, and I know it’s going to have a lasting impact on how I approach life’s challenges. Thank you for posting something so transformative!

👥 James Malima Guest Jan 20, 2021

Faith is seeing light with your heart when all your eyes see is darkness. – Unknown

👥 George Tenga Guest Jan 19, 2021

He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds

👥 Nancy Komba Guest Jan 14, 2021

Luke 15:20-24 – "So he got up and went to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him. The son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’ But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let’s have a feast and celebrate. For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’ So they began to celebrate."

👥 Thomas Mtaki Guest Jan 11, 2021

For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. – Jeremiah 29:11

👥 Makame Guest Jan 8, 2021

Hebrews 13:1-3 – "Keep on loving one another as brothers and sisters. Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it. Continue to remember those in prison as if you were together with them in prison, and those who are mistreated as if you yourselves were suffering."

👥 Ruth Kibona Guest Jan 1, 2021

Galatians 3:26-28 – "So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus."

👥 Nora Lowassa Guest Dec 21, 2020

Do everything in love. – 1 Corinthians 16:14

👥 Kiza Guest Dec 21, 2020

Such a powerful message!

👥 David Musyoka Guest Dec 21, 2020

James 4:7-10 – "Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Grieve, mourn and wail. Change your laughter to mourning and your joy to gloom. Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up."

👥 Mwanahawa Guest Dec 20, 2020

Faith sees the invisible, believes the unbelievable, and receives the impossible. – Corrie ten Boom

👥 Moses Kipkemboi Guest Dec 2, 2020

Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law. – Romans 13:10

👥 Salima Guest Nov 20, 2020

For with God nothing shall be impossible. – Luke 1:37

👥 Edward Lowassa Guest Nov 14, 2020

When God closes a door, He opens a window. But it’s up to you to have the faith to find it. – Unknown

👥 Sofia Guest Nov 2, 2020

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. – 2 Timothy 4:7

👥 Benjamin Kibicho Guest Oct 31, 2020

In our weakness, God's mercy gives us strength

👥 Victor Kamau Guest Oct 30, 2020

God is good, all the time!

👥 Jamila Guest Oct 20, 2020

So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. – 2 Corinthians 4:18

👥 Khadija Guest Oct 14, 2020

And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. – Colossians 3:17

👥 Grace Mushi Guest Oct 13, 2020

Matthew 6:19-21 – "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."

👥 Mchuma Guest Oct 4, 2020

Faith is the courage to face uncertainty with the assurance that God is in control. – Unknown

👥 Rabia Guest Sep 27, 2020

I’ve bookmarked this page—so many gems here to come back to.

👥 Mary Kendi Guest Sep 26, 2020

I tell you, 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

👥 Umi Guest Sep 23, 2020

The righteous person may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all. – Psalm 34:19

👥 Grace Mligo Guest Sep 18, 2020

For nothing will be impossible with God. – Luke 1:37

👥 Simon Kiprono Guest Sep 18, 2020

1 John 5:14-15 – "This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of him."

👥 James Malima Guest Sep 10, 2020

Perfect timing for this quote.

👥 Nancy Kabura Guest Jul 26, 2020

God is good, all the time!

👥 Christopher Oloo Guest Jul 20, 2020

May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. – Philippians 4:23

👥 Anna Mchome Guest Jul 17, 2020

2 Timothy 4:6-8 – "For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time for my departure is near. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing."

👥 Zawadi Guest Jul 15, 2020

Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. – Hebrews 11:1

👥 Edith Cherotich Guest Jul 9, 2020

John 8:12 – "When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, 'I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.'"