What does the Bible say about giving up?
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The Bible calls believers not to give up in doing good, but to persevere by God’s strength, trusting his faithful purposes even when the way is hard. Galatians 6:9 promises a harvest in due season for those who do not grow weary, while Joshua 1:9 and 2 Chronicles 15:7 urge courage because the Lord is with his people. Romans 12:11-12 joins diligent service with hope, patience in affliction, and prayer. Christ welcomes the weary in Matthew 11:28, and Philippians 4:13 reminds us that our strength is found in him. Our endurance does not earn salvation, but reflects the preserving grace of God, as Paul testified in 2 Timothy 4:7.
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- Galatians 6:9
Let us not be weary in doing good, for we will reap in due season, if we don't give up.
- 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.
- 2 Chronicles 15:7
But be you strong, and don't let your hands be slack; for your work shall be rewarded.
- Romans 12:11-12
[11] not lagging in diligence; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; [12] rejoicing in hope; enduring in troubles; continuing steadfastly in prayer;
- 2 Timothy 4:7
I have fought the good fight. I have finished the course. I have kept the faith.
- 1 Corinthians 16:13
Watch! Stand firm in the faith! Be courageous! Be strong!
- Mark 10:27
Jesus, looking at them, said, "With men it is impossible, but not with God, for all things are possible with God."
- Matthew 11:28
"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest.
- 2 Peter 3:8-9
[8] But don't forget this one thing, beloved, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day. [9] The Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but is patient with us, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
- Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.
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