In the Bible, numerous verses speak of God’s presence and promise to be with us always, even amid challenging times.
These verses offer hope and encouragement to those struggling with difficult circumstances or seeking reassurance of God’s love and care.
This article will explore some of the most powerful Bible verses about God being with us and how they can inspire us daily.
Bible Verses About God Being With Us
1. Deuteronomy 31:8
“The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”
2. Psalm 118:6
“The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?”
3. Isaiah 41:10
“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.”
4. Psalm 23:4
“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
5. Joshua 1:9
“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.”
6. Psalm 145:18
“The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.”
7. Isaiah 43:2
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.”
8. Philippians 4:6-7
“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.”
9. Zephaniah 3:17
“The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.”
10. Jeremiah 1:19
“I am with you and will rescue you,” declares the Lord.”
Introduction to God’s Presence: Understanding the Biblical Perspective
11. Deuteronomy 31:8
“The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”
12. Psalm 139:7-8
“Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there.”
13. Psalm 145:18
“The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.”
14. Matthew 18:20
“For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”
15. John 14:26
“But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.”
16. Matthew 28:20b
“And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
17. Romans 8:38-39
“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
18. Hebrews 13:5b
“God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.'”
Encouraging Verses from the Old Testament
19. Exodus 33:14
“The LORD replied, ‘My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.”
20. Psalm 18:2
“The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.”
21. Psalm 23:6
“Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.”
22. Psalm 91:15
“He will call on me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him.”
23. Joshua 1:9
“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.”
24. Psalm 23:4
“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
25. Zephaniah 3:17
“The LORD your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love, he will no longer rebuke you but rejoice over you with singing.”
26. Jeremiah 29:13
“You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.”
God with Us in the New Testament
27. Matthew 1:23
“The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”).”
28. Matthew 18:20
“For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”
29. John 10:10
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”
30. Matthew 28:20b
“And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
31. John 14:23
“Jesus replied, ‘Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them.'”
32. John 15:5
“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.”
33. John 3:16
“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.”
34. Romans 5:8
“But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
35. John 14:26
“But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.”
36. Acts 1:8
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”
37. John 14:16-17
“And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever— the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you.”
38. Romans 8:26
“In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans.”
39. Galatians 5:22-23
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”
40. Ephesians 4:30
“Do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.”
41. Romans 8:14
“For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God.”
42. 2 Corinthians 3:17
“Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.”
The Assurance of God’s Presence
43. Isaiah 41:10
“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.”
44. Psalm 27:1
“The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?”
45. Nahum 1:7
“The LORD is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him.”
46. 1 Peter 5:7
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
47. Isaiah 43:2
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.”
48. Psalm 34:17-18
“The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
49.Isaiah 43:1-2
“But now, this is what the LORD says— he who created you, Jacob, he who formed you, Israel: ‘Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.'”
50. Romans 8:38-39
“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
51. 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.”
52. Deuteronomy 31:8
“The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”
53. Joshua 1:9
“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.”
54. Psalm 23:4
“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
What Does The Bible Say About Letting Go Of Someone You Love
One of the key teachings in the Bible related to letting go is forgiveness. In Matthew 18:21-22, Jesus tells his disciples to forgive those who have wronged them, not just seven times, but seventy-seven times.
This doesn’t mean that we should allow people to continue hurting us, but it does mean that we should strive to let go of any anger or bitterness we may feel toward them.
This can be incredibly challenging, but the Bible reminds us that forgiveness is not just for the benefit of the person who hurt us but for our well-being as well.
Another important aspect of letting go is surrendering our will to God. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, “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.”
When we are struggling with letting go, it can be tempting to try to control the situation and hold on to what we know. But the Bible reminds us that God is in control and that we can trust Him to guide us through even the most difficult situations.
In addition to forgiveness and surrender, the Bible encourages us to seek comfort in prayer and community. Philippians 4:6-7 says, “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.”
When we are struggling with letting go, it can be helpful to pray to God and ask for His guidance and comfort. Additionally, seeking support from a community of believers can give us the encouragement and strength we need to move forward.
Conclusion
The verses about God’s presence in our lives provide comfort, strength, and guidance. They remind us that we are not alone, even in the darkest times. God is a constant presence in our lives, and we can trust Him to lead us through every situation.
As we meditate on these verses and put our faith in God, we can find peace knowing He will never leave or forsake us.
Whether facing trials, temptations, or uncertainties, we can take comfort in the promise that God is always with us and trust in Him to guide us on our journey.