Encouragement News Journal

I am writing a news journal to encourage my sisters and brothers in Christ. I published my first book called Bible Truth Warrior Daughter in Christ. You can find my book on Amazon, iTunes, Barnes and Noble and you can get them on e-book.

             Have Courage in Yeshua

Courage is a quality every believer needs in their walk with God. Life brings challenges, trials, and moments of fear, but the Bible offers countless reminders that we can be strong and courageous through faith. This post will guide you through 40 powerful bible verses about courage to uplift your spirit and strengthen your heart.

What Does the Bible Say About Courage?

The Bible is rich with passages encouraging believers to be brave and strong. Courage, in a biblical sense, is not about the absence of fear but about standing firm in faith despite fear. Whether facing enemies, personal trials, or daunting tasks, God consistently calls His people to take heart, trust in Him, and move forward.

• Joshua 1:9 is a foundational verse on this subject: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”

Throughout Scripture, courage is often linked to God’s presence. When we know that God is with us, fear loses its grip, and faith rises within us. These verses will show that courage comes from trusting in God’s promises, relying on His strength, and standing firm in the face of adversity.

Here are 40 powerful bible verses about courage:

1. Joshua 1:9 – “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
2. Deuteronomy 31:6 – “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”
3. Isaiah 41:10 – “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.”
4. Psalm 27:1 – “The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?”
5. 2 Timothy 1:7 – “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.”
6. 1 Chronicles 28:20 – “Be strong and courageous and do the work. Do not be afraid or discouraged.”
7. Psalm 31:24 – “Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord.”
8. John 16:33 – “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
9. Proverbs 3:5-6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.”
10. Romans 8:31 – “If God is for us, who can be against us?”
11. 1 Corinthians 16:13 – “Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.”
12. Psalm 56:3-4 – “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.”
13. Hebrews 13:6 – “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid.”
14. Matthew 10:28 – “Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul.”
15. Ephesians 6:10 – “Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.”
16. Isaiah 43:2 – “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you.”
17. Psalm 112:7 – “They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord.”
18. Zephaniah 3:17 – “The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves.”
19. Philippians 1:28 – “Without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you.”
20. Acts 4:29 – “Enable your servants to speak your word with great boldness.”
21. Psalm 23:4 – “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil.”
22. Nehemiah 8:10 – “Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”
23. Mark 5:36 – “Don’t be afraid; just believe.”
24. Isaiah 35:4 – “Say to those with fearful hearts, ‘Be strong, do not fear.’”
25. Judges 6:12 – “The Lord is with you, mighty warrior.”
26. Daniel 10:19 – “Do not be afraid, you who are highly esteemed. Be strong now; be strong.”
27. 1 Peter 5:7 – “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
28. Psalm 118:6 – “The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid.”
29. Matthew 14:27 – “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.”
30. Colossians 3:15 – “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts.”
31. Isaiah 12:2 – “Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid.”
32. Psalm 46:1-2 – “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
33. Luke 12:32 – “Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom.”
34. 2 Chronicles 20:17 – “Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Go out to face them tomorrow, and the Lord will be with you.”
35. Philippians 4:13 – “I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”
36. Romans 15:13 – “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him.”
37. Psalm 91:4-5 – “You will not fear the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by day.”
38. Deuteronomy 3:22 – “Do not be afraid of them; the Lord your God himself will fight for you.”
39. 2 Samuel 10:12 – “Be strong and let us fight bravely for our people.”
40. Exodus 14:14 – “The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.”

How to Apply These Bible Verses About Courage in Your Life

Reading these bible verses about courage is just the beginning. Meditate on them daily, pray them over your situations, and memorize key scriptures that speak directly to your heart. The next time fear or doubt arises, declare God’s word boldly.

Remember that courage grows through small steps of obedience and trust. Surround yourself with people who encourage your faith and keep Yeshua’s promises at the forefront of your mind. Each verse listed here serves as a Spiritual Weapon against fear and discouragement.

These bible verses about courage remind me that strength comes not from our abilities but from God’s presence and promises. Whether you’re facing a new challenge, a difficult season, or a spiritual battle, let these scriptures strengthen your heart and fill you with unshakable confidence.

Have Vulnerability in and Through Yeshua

2 Timothy 3:6

For among them are those who enter into households and captivate weak women weighed down with sins, led on by various impulses,

Titus 1:11

who must be silenced because they are upsetting whole families, teaching things they should not teach for the sake of sordid gain.

2 Corinthians 11:30

If I have to boast, I will boast of what pertains to my weakness.

Leviticus 25:17

So you shall not wrong one another, but you shall fear your God; for I am the Lord your God.

Genesis 42:12

Yet he said to them, “No, but you have come to look at the undefended parts of our land!”

2 Timothy 3:5

holding to a form of godliness, although they have denied its power; Avoid such men as these.

John 5:27

and He gave Him authority to execute judgment, because He is the Son of Man.

Psalm 49:5

Why should I fear in days of adversity,

When the iniquity of my foes surrounds me,

Jude 1:4

For certain persons have crept in unnoticed, those who were long beforehand marked out for this condemnation, ungodly persons who turn the grace of our God into licentiousness and deny our only Master and Lord, Jesus Christ.

Exodus 32:25

Now when Moses saw that the people were out of control—for Aaron had let them get out of control to be a derision among their enemies—

Nehemiah 4:13

then I stationed men in the lowest parts of the space behind the wall, the exposed places, and I stationed the people in families with their swords, spears and bows.

Genesis 37:6

He said to them, “Please listen to this dream which I have had;

2 Timothy 3:7

always learning and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth.

1 Timothy 5:6

But she who gives herself to wanton pleasure is dead even while she lives.

Genesis 42:11

We are all sons of one man; we are honest men, your servants are not spies.”

Ecclesiastes 10:2

A wise man’s heart directs him toward the right, but the foolish man’s heart directs him toward the left.

Proverbs 22:22

Do not rob the poor because he is poor,

Or crush the afflicted at the gate;

Titus 3:3

For we also once were foolish ourselves, disobedient, deceived, enslaved to various lusts and pleasures, spending our life in malice and envy, hateful, hating one another.

Mark 14:31

But Peter kept saying insistently, “Even if I have to die with You, I will not deny You!” And they all were saying the same thing also.

Matthew 18:14

So it is not the will of your Father who is in heaven that one of these little ones perish.

Nehemiah 4:14

When I saw their fear, I rose and spoke to the nobles, the officials and the rest of the people: “Do not be afraid of them; remember the Lord who is great and awesome, and fight for your brothers, your sons, your daughters, your wives and your houses.”

Judges 16:19

She made him sleep on her knees and called for a man and had him shave off the seven locks of his hair. Then she began to afflict him, and his strength left him.

Isaiah 1:17

Learn to do good.

Seek justice,

Reprove the ruthless,

Defend the orphan,

Plead for the widow.

Genesis 42:13

But they said, “Your servants are twelve brothers in all, the sons of one man in the land of Canaan; and behold, the youngest is with our father today, and one is no longer alive.”

Exodus 22:23

If you afflict him at all, and if he does cry out to Me, I will surely hear his cry.

John 21:15

So, when they had finished breakfast, Jesus *said to Simon Peter, “Simon, son of John, do you love Me more than these?” He *said to Him, “Yes, Lord; You know that I love You.” He *said to him, “Tend My lambs.”

Job 41:7

“Can you fill his skin with harpoons,

Or his head with fishing spears?

Genesis 42:9

Joseph remembered the dreams which he had about them, and said to them, “You are spies; you have come to look at the undefended parts of our land.”

Jude 1:24

Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling, and to make you stand in the presence of His glory blameless with great joy,

Nehemiah 4:12

When the Jews who lived near them came and told us ten times, “They will come up against us from every place where you may turn,”

Genesis 37:7

for behold, we were binding sheaves in the field, and lo, my sheaf rose up and also stood erect; and behold, your sheaves gathered around and bowed down to my sheaf.”

Genesis 42:8

But Joseph had recognized his brothers, although they did not recognize him.

Nehemiah 4:18

As for the builders, each wore his sword girded at his side as he built, while the trumpeter stood near me.

2 Kings 3:26

When the king of Moab saw that the battle was too fierce for him, he took with him 700 men who drew swords, to break through to the king of Edom; but they could not.

Genesis 42:10

Then they said to him, “No, my lord, but your servants have come to buy food.

                            EVENTS

I have no Book Signings scheduled for now. I have my books locally at Books and Brush Bookstore.

1. I’m teaching at the Centralia Community   College for the Spring Quarter.

If you’re interested sign up to the class on the college website. Starting in April.

These classes will be on How to Make Shower Scrubs, and my other class is on How to Make Massage Oils of your own.

                    HOW TO FIND ME

I will let you know when more book signings are going on. I can be found on Spotify, my podcast (bibletruthwarriorwomen.com)

also, on Riverside. FM, my Blog called (bibletruthwarriordevotionals.com)

My news articles can be found on carmenhansen.substack.com

Life Coaching site to schedule an appointment with me call me at 360-880-4217 or on my email at writercarmenhansen@bibletruthwarriordevotionals.com

You can find me on (christianfaithpublishing.com), on my Author page to buy my book or read my Press Release.

My book is available for purchase on Amazon, I tunes, eBooks, Barnes and Noble.

              MY SOCIAL MEDIA SITES

Facebook, Instagram, Telegram and Linked in, Riverside.fm.

Find me at Carmen Hansen or Carmella.

              BIBLE TEACHING CLASSES

Please Check them out. They have helped me get through this process of stepping out and being bold in Christ. I enjoy Women of Faith classes, Proverb 31 Women writing classes.

              LIST OF MY BUSINESSES

1. Carmen’s Visual Effects store #1 and #2 on my Blog at (bibletruthwarriordevotionals.com) I make all kinds of body products such as body butters, massage oils, body scrubs, lip and cuticle butter with mango butter etc.

There is a way to buy my body products online or call me to buy. Take a look if you’d like. It’s always good to care for yourself.

• You can find my Artwork in card form on my Blog called (bibletruthwarriordevotionals.com)
• I take photos of Nature and Animals. I’ve been doing this business for a long time now. I am a Birder.
•  I am a Certified Life Coach. Bible Truth Warrior Women Life Coaching. Call me on 360-880-4217 or on my email at writercarmenhansen@bibletruthwarriordevotionals.com).

My first book published is called:

• Bible Truth Warrior Daughter in Christ. I am selling my book independently.

I am praying for you all! Thank you for subscribing to my news journal. I hope that it will encourage you to know you’re not alone.