What does the Bible say about bad day?
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The Bible teaches that God is a present refuge in bad days, calling His people to cast their cares on Him, trust His wise providence, and hope in His steadfast love. Psalm 9:9 declares that the Lord is a stronghold for the oppressed, while Psalm 23:4 assures believers of His presence even in the darkest valley. He hears the cries of the righteous and is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:17-18). Christians may bring anxiety to God in prayer and receive His guarding peace through Christ (Philippians 4:6-7; 1 Peter 5:7). Though trouble is real, God works all things for the good of those who love Him, and His mercies are new every morning (Romans 8:28; Lamentations 3:22-23).
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- Psalms 9:9 6 votes
Yahweh will also be a high tower for the oppressed; a high tower in times of trouble.
- 1 Peter 5:7 5 votes
casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.
- Psalms 30:5 5 votes
For his anger is but for a moment. His favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may stay for the night, but joy comes in the morning.
- Psalms 23:4 4 votes
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me. Your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
- Romans 8:28 4 votes
We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, for those who are called according to his purpose.
- Philippians 4:6-7 4 votes
In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.
- Psalms 34:17-18 3 votes
The righteous cry, and Yahweh hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles. Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit.
- Psalms 50:15 3 votes
Call on me in the day of trouble. I will deliver you, and you will honor me.”
- Psalms 55:22 3 votes
Cast your burden on Yahweh and he will sustain you. He will never allow the righteous to be moved.
- Lamentations 3:22-23 3 votes
It is because of Yahweh’s loving kindnesses that we are not consumed, because his mercies don’t fail. They are new every morning. Great is your faithfulness.
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