What does the Bible say about never giving up?
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The Bible teaches that believers endure with hopeful perseverance because God is faithful, present, and powerful to sustain them. Galatians 6:9 calls Christians not to grow weary in doing good, trusting that God will bring a harvest in his appointed time. Romans 12:12 joins patience in affliction with joy in hope and steadfast prayer. This endurance is not self-reliance: Philippians 4:12-13 teaches contentment and strength through Christ, while Isaiah 41:10 and Joshua 1:9 assure God’s fearful people of his presence and help. When burdens weigh heavily, Matthew 11:28-30 invites us to Christ for rest. Philippians 1:6 grounds confidence in God’s preserving grace: he will complete the good work he began.
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- Psalms 31:24
Be strong, and let your heart take courage, All you who hope in Yahweh.
- Philippians 4:12-13
[12] I know how to be humbled, and I know also how to abound. In everything and in all things I have learned the secret both to be filled and to be hungry, both to abound and to be in need. [13] I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.
- Galatians 6:9
Let us not be weary in doing good, for we will reap in due season, if we don't give up.
- Romans 12:12
rejoicing in hope; enduring in troubles; continuing steadfastly in prayer;
- 1 Corinthians 13:7
bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.
- 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 1:6
being confident of this very thing, that he who began a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.
- Isaiah 41:10
Don't you be afraid, for I am with you; don't be dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you; yes, I will help you; yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.
- Matthew 11:28-30
[28] "Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. [29] Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. [30] For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light."
- Psalms 71:14
But I will always hope, And will add to all of your praise.
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