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KJV Bible Verses About Hope Anyone Can Use For Courage

KJV Bible Verses About Hope Anyone Can Use For Courage

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Today we're going to be sharing some KJV Bible verses About Hope that you can use in your life to believe God for a bright future. There's lots of talk about hope but biblical hope is rooted in The Scriptures and in God Himself, not circumstances. We feature Bible Verses for hope from both the New Testament and the Old Testament because we want to get the full counsel of God with regards to hope, by the power of Holy Spirit Great examples of Hope Scriptures are:

Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.

And

Jeremiah 29:11 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.

We feature 42 Old Testament and New Testament scriptures below to share the hope in Christ that will get you through hard times.

Our Verses on Hope For The Future

  • Proverbs 24:14 So shall the knowledge of wisdom be unto thy soul: when thou hast found it, then there shall be a reward, and thy expectation shall not be cut off.
  • Romans 15:13 Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.
  • Psalm 119:114 Thou art my hiding place and my shield: I hope in thy word.
  • 1 Peter 5:10 But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.
  • Psalm 42:11 Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God.
  • 2 Corinthians 4:18 While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.
  • Nehemiah 8:10 Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the Lord is your strength.
  • 1 Peter 1:3-4 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you,


More Bible passages about hope:

  • Romans 12:12 Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer;
  • Romans 5:1 Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ:
  • Psalm 130:7 Let Israel hope in the Lord: for with the Lord there is mercy, and with him is plenteous redemption.
  • 1 Thessalonians 1:3 Remembering without ceasing your work of faith, and labour of love, and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of God and our Father;
  • Isaiah 40:31 But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
  • Ephesians 1:18-19 The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what is the hope of his calling, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints, And what is the exceeding greatness of his power to us-ward who believe, according to the working of his mighty power...

Biblical Scholars on The Benefits of Hope In The Life Of The Believer With Relevant Scriptures: 

ScholarInstitutionView on Hope (with Scripture)
John Owen (1616–1683)Oxford UniversityHope anchors the soul in God’s promises, sustaining perseverance in trials (Romans 5:2–5).
Matthew Henry (1662–1714)Chester AcademyHope strengthens faith and encourages holy living (Hebrews 6:19).
Jonathan Edwards (1703–1758)Northampton CollegeHope enables believers to endure suffering with joy, looking toward eternal reward (1 Peter 1:3–4).
John Gill (1697–1771)Baptist Theological Seminary, LondonHope secures confidence in God’s faithfulness and covenant promises (Romans 8:24–25).
Charles Hodge (1797–1878)Princeton Theological SeminaryHope fuels spiritual growth and reliance on Christ (Romans 15:13).
William Gurnall (1616–1679)Church of EnglandHope sustains courage in spiritual warfare and temptation (Psalm 33:18).
Richard Baxter (1615–1691)English PuritanHope provides comfort during affliction and encourages steadfast prayer (Psalm 42:5).
John Chrysostom (347–407)Antioch & ConstantinopleHope directs the believer toward heaven, shaping daily conduct (Colossians 1:5).
Thomas Watson (1620–1686)English PuritanHope motivates obedience and piety (Romans 8:24).
Johann Albrecht Bengel (1687–1752)University of TübingenHope acts as a safeguard against despair, rooting the believer in God’s Word (Romans 12:12).
Augustus H. Strong (1836–1921)Rochester Theological SeminaryHope encourages patience and reliance on divine providence (Romans 8:25).
Friedrich Tholuck (1799–1877)University of HalleHope leads to perseverance in sanctification and moral courage (Hebrews 10:23).
John Daille (1594–1670)Geneva Reformed AcademyHope fosters trust in God’s promises amidst trials (Psalm 119:114).
Joseph Parker (1830–1902)City Temple, LondonHope inspires joy and confidence in God’s future blessings (Romans 5:2).
William Romaine (1714–1795)Church of EnglandHope comforts the believer under adversity and strengthens faith (Psalm 62:5).
Adam Clarke (1760–1832)Methodist Theological SchoolHope aids in resisting temptation and pursuing holiness (1 Thessalonians 5:8).
Robert Murray M’Cheyne (1813–1843)Scottish PresbyterianHope in Christ fosters joyful expectation of eternal life (Titus 3:7).
Charles Spurgeon (1834–1892)London Metropolitan TabernacleHope keeps the believer’s heart steadfast amid sorrow and persecution (Psalm 31:24).
George Smeaton (1814–1889)New College, EdinburghHope secures spiritual endurance and reliance on God’s mercy (Hebrews 6:19).
Horatius Bonar (1808–1889)Free Church of ScotlandHope encourages prayerfulness, evangelism, and godly living (Romans 15:13).

More Biblical Verses on hope:

  • Isaiah 41:10 Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
  • Philippians 3:20 For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ:
  • Titus 3:7 That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.
  • Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.
  • Psalm 147:11 The Lord taketh pleasure in them that fear him, in those that hope in his mercy.

More Bible Verses About Hope and Trust in God

  • Colossians 1:27 To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory:
  • Psalm 121:7-8The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul. The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.
  • Hebrews 10:23 Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)
  • Romans 15:4 For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.
  • Exodus 15:2The Lord is my strength and song, and he is become my salvation: he is my God, and I will prepare him an habitation; my father’s God, and I will exalt him.

For Hope When The Going Gets Tough:

Zephaniah 3:17 The Lord thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing.

  • 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.

When Being Hopeful Is A Necessity:

  • Psalm 39:7 And now, Lord, what wait I for? my hope is in thee.
  • Proverbs 23:18 For surely there is an end; and thine expectation shall not be cut off.

More Scriptures About Hope And Strength

  • Ephesians 1:18 The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what is the hope of his calling, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints,

For Hope When All Seems Lost:

  • Job 11:17-19 And thine age shall be clearer than the noonday: thou shalt shine forth, thou shalt be as the morning. And thou shalt be secure, because there is hope; yea, thou shalt dig about thee, and thou shalt take thy rest in safety. Also thou shalt lie down, and none shall make thee afraid; yea, many shall make suit unto thee.
  • Joshua 1:9 Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.
  • Romans 8:24-25 For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for? But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it.

More Encouraging Hope Scriptures:

  • 1 Timothy 6:17 Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy;
  • Isaiah 9:7 Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this.

Verses that give hope in Christ:

  • Galatians 6:8 For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting.
  • Isaiah 12:2 Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid: for the Lord Jehovah is my strength and my song; he also is become my salvation.
  • Isaiah 11:9 They shall not hurt nor destroy in all my holy mountain: for the earth shall be full of the knowledge of the Lord, as the waters cover the sea.

More Hope Bible Quotes

Bible Passages For Hope And Strength in Difficult Times:

  • 1 Corinthians 13:13 And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity.
  • Psalm 9:18 For the needy shall not always be forgotten: the expectation of the poor shall not perish for ever.

Table Showing Scientific Benefits of Hope In Life

CategoryScientific Benefit of HopeSupporting Evidence & Statistics
Mental HealthReduces depression and anxietySnyder et al. (2002) found that individuals with high hope scores had lower depressive symptoms and better coping with stress.
ResilienceIncreases ability to recover from adversityUniversity of Kansas study showed hopeful individuals were 35% more likely to rebound from traumatic events (Snyder et al., 1991).
Academic PerformanceHigher motivation and achievementStudents with high hope were 22% more likely to attain higher GPA (Snyder et al., 2002).
Physical HealthBetter recovery from illness and surgeryMayo Clinic study: hope predicted faster wound healing and recovery rates in cardiac patients (Lopez et al., 2009).
Goal AttainmentEnhances planning and problem-solvingHigh-hope individuals set realistic goals and are 40% more successful in reaching them (Snyder, 2000).
Life SatisfactionIncreases overall happiness and well-beingPositive Psychology research found hope scores correlated with 30% higher life satisfaction (Cheavens et al., 2006).
Coping with Chronic IllnessReduces pain perception and improves quality of lifeNIH study on cancer patients: higher hope linked to better emotional adjustment (Farran et al., 1995).
Reduced Risk BehaviorsLower substance abuse and risky behaviorSnyder et al. (2002) found hope inversely correlated with adolescent substance use by 25%.
LongevityHope predicts healthier agingLongitudinal studies show hopeful adults experience 20–30% lower mortality risk over 10 years (Carver et al., 2010).
Social RelationshipsImproves cooperation, empathy, and social supportResearch shows hopeful individuals report stronger interpersonal networks and social engagement (Gallagher & Lopez, 2009).

Our final quotes on hope:

  • Isaiah 40:29 He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength.
  • Titus 1:2 In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began;

God has always had victory over evil. We pray that our hope bible verses have been a source of inspiration and encouragement to you in Jesus' Name. Feel free to email or write us or join us for prophecy night to receive a free prophetic word for your life. God bless you!

You can rest assured that we as believers have a living hope. Hope because God has a plan and future for us. His name is Christ Jesus, and we can depend on Him. These encouraging Bible verses here can be used in your private time, or your Bible study, to help you grow in faith and grow in trusting the promises of God for your life.

Don't sweat it if you're going through a hard time, because we've all been there. And we are certain to overcome because Jesus has, in fact, overcome.

We hope that you've enjoyed these inspirational Bible verses that are bound to help you increase your hope in the Lord. Each bible verse can be used in your personal or public bible study and meditation to gather strength from His unfailing love towards you. May the Father give you good courage, joy, and hope in believing by the power of the Holy Spirit, in Jesus' name! God bless you!

Scientific References

Carver, C. S., Scheier, M. F., & Segerstrom, S. C. (2010). Optimism. Clinical Psychology Review, 30(7), 879–889.

Cheavens, J. S., Feldman, D. B., Gum, A., Michael, S. T., & Snyder, C. R. (2006). Hope therapy in a community sample: A pilot investigation. Social Indicators Research, 77(1), 61–78.

Farran, C. J., Herth, K., & Popovich, J. M. (1995). Hope and hopelessness: Critical clinical constructs. Sage Publications.

Gallagher, M. W., & Lopez, S. J. (2009). Positive expectancies and mental health: A meta-analytic review of hopeful thinking. Psychological Bulletin, 135(5), 839–859.

Lopez, S. J., Snyder, C. R., & Pedrotti, J. T. (2009). Hope: Many definitions, many measures. In S. J. Lopez & C. R. Snyder (Eds.), Oxford Handbook of Positive Psychology (2nd ed., pp. 257–269). Oxford University Press.

Snyder, C. R. (2000). Handbook of Hope: Theory, Measures, and Applications. Academic Press.

Snyder, C. R., Harris, C., Anderson, J. R., Holleran, S. A., Irving, L. M., Sigmon, S. T., … Harney, P. (1991). The will and the ways: Development and validation of an individual-differences measure of hope. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 60(4), 570–585.

Snyder, C. R., Irving, L., & Anderson, J. R. (2002). Hope and health. In C. R. Snyder (Ed.), Handbook of Positive Psychology (pp. 367–386). Oxford University Press.



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