36 Bible Verses about Strength
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But God said to me, "My unearned favor is enough for you, for my power is made complete in [your] weakness." Therefore, I will most gladly boast, so that the power of Christ can rest on me.
[We also pray that you will be] strengthened with great power, according to God's glorious might, so that you will have great endurance and patience [coupled] with joy.
For the "foolish things" of God are wiser than men's [wisdom], and the "weakness" of God is stronger than men's [strength].
From Thematic Bible
Brass » Characterized by » Strength
Girdles » Illustrative of » Strength
Privileges of saints » Having God for their » Strength
Strength » The lord being strong
Strength » Being strong
You people should be alert; stand firm in the faith; act like [godly] men; be [spiritually] strong.
Strength » Moral and spiritual promised
[We also pray that you will be] strengthened with great power, according to God's glorious might, so that you will have great endurance and patience [coupled] with joy.
[I pray] that, according to God's glorious abundance, He would empower you to become [spiritually] strong through His Holy Spirit in your inner person,
Strength » God, our
Strength » In weakness, promised
For He was weak when He was crucified [i.e., by assuming a human body capable of suffering and death], but [now] He lives by God's power. For we too are weak, [along] with Him [i.e., each of us experiences the frailties of a human body], but by [this same] power from God, we will live with Him to serve you. [Note: The various translations differ widely on how to properly translate this difficult verse].
But God chose what the world considers foolish [i.e., people with little apparent ability], in order to shame the "wise people." And He chose what the world considers weak in order to shame what it considers strong.
But God said to me, "My unearned favor is enough for you, for my power is made complete in [your] weakness." Therefore, I will most gladly boast, so that the power of Christ can rest on me. So, I am pleased to [endure] weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions and difficulties, [all] for Christ's sake. For when I am weak [physically], then I am strong [spiritually].
who, by [having] faith, conquered kingdoms, practiced what was right, and obtained what was promised [by God]. They shut the mouths of lions, they put out raging fires, and they escaped being killed by swords. They were strengthened when weak, became mighty in battle, and defeated foreign armies.
Strength » Who the lord strengthens
Strength » Physical
Strength » Who is strong
[Now] you already have all you want! You have already become wealthy! You have begun to rule as kings without our help! How I wish that you had [really] begun to rule as kings, so that we also could rule with you! For I think that God has displayed us apostles last in line, as men doomed to die. [Note: The picture here is that of gladiators in the arena]. We are being stared at [i.e., as performers on a theater stage] for the whole world to see, both angels and people. We are "fools" for Christ's sake, but you people [think you] are "wise" in [the fellowship of] Christ. We are weak, but you people [think you] are "strong." You are honored, but we are despised.
since you are looking for proof that Christ is speaking through me. Christ is not weak in His dealing with you, but is powerful among you. [Note: Paul probably refers to the positive effects of his ministry there in Corinth]. For He was weak when He was crucified [i.e., by assuming a human body capable of suffering and death], but [now] He lives by God's power. For we too are weak, [along] with Him [i.e., each of us experiences the frailties of a human body], but by [this same] power from God, we will live with Him to serve you. [Note: The various translations differ widely on how to properly translate this difficult verse]. Put yourselves to a test; see if you are [really] in the faith [i.e., see if you are genuine Christians]; examine yourselves! Or, do you not realize that Jesus Christ is in your hearts, unless [of course] you fail the test [i.e., unless you are counterfeit Christians].
I am writing to you fathers, because you have known Him [i.e., Christ], [who has existed] from the beginning [See John 1:1]. I am writing to you young men, because you have overcome the [power of the] evil one [i.e., through faith they had gained victory over Satan, See 5:4]. I have written to you little children [i.e., dear ones], because you have known the Father [as your God]. I have written to you fathers, because you have known Him [i.e., Christ], [who has existed] from the beginning. [See verse 13]. I have written to you young men, because you are [spiritually] strong and the word of God continues to live in your hearts, and you have overcome the [power of the] evil one [See verse 13].
I pled with the Lord about this matter three times, that He would remove this problem from me. But God said to me, "My unearned favor is enough for you, for my power is made complete in [your] weakness." Therefore, I will most gladly boast, so that the power of Christ can rest on me. So, I am pleased to [endure] weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions and difficulties, [all] for Christ's sake. For when I am weak [physically], then I am strong [spiritually].
Strength » The strength of the lord
I pled with the Lord about this matter three times, that He would remove this problem from me. But God said to me, "My unearned favor is enough for you, for my power is made complete in [your] weakness." Therefore, I will most gladly boast, so that the power of Christ can rest on me. So, I am pleased to [endure] weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions and difficulties, [all] for Christ's sake. For when I am weak [physically], then I am strong [spiritually].
Strength » Strength belonging to God
Strength » Where strength is
Strength » What is strength
Strength » Strong people
Strength » What is better than strength
Strength » What strengthens the wise
Strength » What has strength
Strength » Whose strength is small
Strength » Those that do not make God their strength
Strength » What the mighty should not do
Strength » A title given to jehovah
Topics on Strength
Bow And Arrows, Symbol Of Strength
Revelation 6:2So, I looked, and before me [stood] a white horse, and the man riding on it had a bow. And he was given a crown, and he rode out as a conqueror [going out] to conquer [someone].
Courage And Strength
2 Timothy 1:7For God did not give us a spirit [i.e., a disposition] that makes us cowards but one that gives us power and love and self-control.
faith and strength
Romans 5:4and endurance [produces God's] approval; and [His] approval [produces] hope.
Family Strength
Ephesians 3:15from whom every family in heaven and on earth receives its name. [Note: Here Paul resumes the prayer he began in verse 1].
Guidance And Strength
1 Peter 4:11If someone's gift is speaking, he should [be sure to] say only what God wants him to. If a person's gift is serving, he should do so by the strength provided by God [who supplies all such gifts]. This is so that, in using all gifts, God may be honored through Jesus Christ, to whom belongs honor and power forever and ever. May it be so.
Her Strength
Hebrews 11:11By [having] faith, Sarah herself received the ability to have children, even though she was [sterile, being] past the age of child-bearing, since she considered God faithful to His promise. [Note: Some translations consider "Abraham" to be the subject of this highly controversial verse. See Lightfoot, pages 222-225].
Hope And Strength
Romans 5:4and endurance [produces God's] approval; and [His] approval [produces] hope.
Limitations Of Strength
Matthew 12:29Or, how can someone enter a strong man's house and steal his belongings unless he first ties up the strong man? Only then will he be able to steal [his belongings] from his house.
Love And Strength
Luke 10:27And the man answered Him, [Deut. 6:5], "You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your strength and with all your mind." And [Lev. 19:18 says], " [You must love] your neighbor just as [you love] yourself."
No Strength To Cope
Mark 5:4He had often been bound with ropes and chains but had broken the chains off and torn the ropes to pieces. And no one had enough strength to subdue him.
Peace And Strength
2 Thessalonians 3:16Now may the Lord Himself, [who is the source] of peace, give you peace at all times and in every circumstance. May the Lord be with all of you.
Seeking God's Strength
Luke 21:36But you should be alert at all times, offering earnest prayers, so that you will be strong enough to escape all these things that will happen, and to appear [acceptable] in front of the Son of man [on that day]."
Strength And Faith
Romans 5:4and endurance [produces God's] approval; and [His] approval [produces] hope.
Strength And Love
Mark 12:33And that to love Him with all one's heart, with all one's understanding, and with all one's strength, and to love one's neighbor the same way he loves himself, are far more [important] than all the burnt offerings and sacrifices [in the world]."
Strength In Battle
Hebrews 11:34they put out raging fires, and they escaped being killed by swords. They were strengthened when weak, became mighty in battle, and defeated foreign armies.
Strength In Hard Times
2 Timothy 3:1But you should know this: There will be terrible times in the last days [of the Christian age].
Strength Of Angels
Revelation 10:1And I saw another mighty angel coming down from heaven. He was covered by a cloud and there was a rainbow above his head. His face was like the sun and his legs were like pillars of fire.
Strength Of God
Luke 1:51He has demonstrated power with His arm. He has scattered those who are proud in the thoughts of their heart.
Strength Of People
1 Corinthians 16:13You people should be alert; stand firm in the faith; act like [godly] men; be [spiritually] strong.
Strength, Divine
Romans 1:20For since the creation of the world, God's invisible qualities of eternal power and divine nature have been clearly seen, [capable of] being perceived through the things that He has made. So, these people have no excuse [i.e., for not believing in Him].
Strength, God Is Our
Philippians 4:13I can do everything through Christ, who gives me the strength.
Strength, Human
1 Corinthians 1:22Now Jews ask for [miraculous] signs and Greeks [i.e., Gentiles] are looking for wisdom,
Strength, Spiritual
Ephesians 6:10Finally, be [spiritually] strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.
Without Strength
Luke 16:3Then the property manager said to himself, What am I going to do since my master is taking away my job? I am not strong enough to dig [i.e., as a farm laborer], and I am too ashamed to beg.
Women's Strength
1 Corinthians 11:15But if a woman wears long hair, it is a glory to her, for her hair is given to her for a covering [i.e., in place of the cloth shawl].
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