What does the Bible say about being strong?
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The Bible teaches that true strength comes from God, who calls His people to trust, obey, and stand firm in His grace rather than rely on themselves. Joshua 1:9 joins courage to the Lord's abiding presence, while Ephesians 6:10 urges believers to be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Philippians 4:13 means Christ supplies strength for faithful contentment in every circumstance. Even suffering is not wasted, for Romans 8:18 points to coming glory, and 1 John 4:18 shows that God's perfect love drives out fear. This strength rests on salvation by grace through faith, not human merit, as Ephesians 2:8 teaches.
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- Joshua 1:9
Haven't I commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; don't be afraid, neither be dismayed: for Yahweh your God is with you wherever you go.
- Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.
- 1 John 4:18
There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear has punishment. He who fears is not made perfect in love.
- 2 Timothy 2:15
Give diligence to present yourself approved by God, a workman who doesn't need to be ashamed, properly handling the Word of Truth.
- Romans 8:18
For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which will be revealed toward us.
- Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope in your latter end.
- Ephesians 2:8
for by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God,
- Romans 12:19
Don't seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God's wrath. For it is written, "Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord."
- John 3:16
For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life.
- Ephesians 6:10
Finally, be strong in the Lord, and in the strength of his might.
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