17 Bible Verses about People Encouraging Others

Jonathan went to see David. God helped him encourage David.

Joses, who was surnamed Barnabas by the apostles, (this meaning: The son of consolation,) was a Levite, and of the country of Cyprus.

When he arrived he saw the grace of God and was glad. He exhorted them all to remain true to the Lord as their only purpose of heart.

They strengthened the disciples and encouraged them to continue in the faith. They said, We must enter the kingdom of God through much tribulation.

Judas and Silas, being prophets, said much to encourage and strengthen the brothers.

When they read it they rejoiced over the encouragement.

Then they were all cheerful and ate some food.

that you and I may be mutually encouraged by each other's faith.

I do this that they may be filled with courage and be united (knit) together in love. I have the full assurance that only true understanding brings. In this way they will accurately know God's secret, which is Christ himself.

I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know our situation, and that he may comfort your hearts.

and Jesus that is called Justus, who are of the circumcision: these only are my fellow-workers for the kingdom of God, men that have been comfort (encouragement) (consolation) to me.

You know how we dealt with each one of you. It was like a father with his own children, exhorting you, and encouraging and showing you.

Most of the brothers trust in the Lord and boldly speak the word of God without fear because of my bonds.

When the brothers had news for us they came out from town as far as Appius Forum (Market place on the Appian Road) and the Three Taverns to have a meeting with us. Paul saw them and praised God. He was encouraged.

If there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any tender affection (tender mercy) and compassions,

You have discouraged righteous people with your lies, even though I had not brought them any grief. You encouraged wicked people not to turn from their wicked ways to save their lives.

Each helps the other and says to his brother: Be strong! The craftsman encourages the goldsmith. He who smooths with the hammer spurs on him who strikes the anvil. He says of the welding: It is good. He nails down the idol so it will not topple.