8 Bible Scriptures For When You Feel Discouraged

Bible Scriptures For When You Feel Discouraged

We may all feel discouraged from time to time, even as children of God. But as we meditate on God’s word and pray them over ourselves, the fear, worry, and anxiety – God will take care of it – Our mind is a battlefield of good and evil, so I encourage you to dwell on the what is good.

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. (Philippians 4:8 NIV)

In Joshua chapter 1

The Lord was telling Joshua, Moses’ aide (when Moses was now dead and leadership passed on to Joshua) The Lord was telling Joshua to get ready to cross the Jordan River into the land – The Lord is about to give to them (The Israelites). The Lord told Joshua He would never leave him nor forsake him. The Lord told Joshua to be strong and courageous because he (Joshua) will lead these people to inherit the land The Lord swore to their ancestors. The Lord told Joshua to be strong and courageous because The Lord will be with him wherever he goes.

Do Not Be Discouraged

Discouragement breeds worry, fear, and anxiety, but The Lord tells us not to worry or be fearful because, as a child of God, you know that God is with you in everything, even in your worst storms. God is right there by your side, guiding your steps and decisions; This is why in most trials, you always come out victorious – It is because when you thought you were all by yourself, God was there with you, bringing you to victory.

If you feel discouraged, fearful, and anxious – here are bible scriptures to pray over yourself and meditate daily.

“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.” (Joshua 1:9 NIV)

“Create in me a pure heart, O God,
and renew a steadfast spirit within me.” (Psalm 51:10 NIV)

“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” (Philippians 4:13 NIV)

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” (Romans 12:2 NIV)

“to be made new in the attitude of your minds;” (Ephesians 4:23 NIV)

“Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.” (Colossians 3:2 NIV)

“In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus:” (Philippians 2:5 NIV)

“and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator.” (Colossians 3:10 NIV)