50 Famous Bible Quotes That Will Change Your Life Today

January 2, 2026

Introduction The right words can shift your perspective, ignite courage, and renew your hope. Famous Bible quotes have guided millions through trials, decisions, and everyday moments of doubt or celebration. Use these verses when you need courage, comfort, direction, or a reminder of God’s love—pin them to your mirror, share them with a friend, or meditate on one each morning to start your day with purpose.

Motivational quotes

"I can do all things through him who strengthens me." (Philippians 4:13)
"But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles." (Isaiah 40:31)
"With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible." (Matthew 19:26)
"For nothing will be impossible with God." (Luke 1:37)
"Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." (Joshua 1:9)
"If God is for us, who can be against us?" (Romans 8:31)
"For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control." (2 Timothy 1:7)
"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." (Psalm 46:1)
"The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?" (Psalm 27:1)

Inspirational quotes

"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope." (Jeremiah 29:11)
"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life." (John 3:16)
"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." (Psalm 23:1)
"But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us." (Romans 5:8)
"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you." (John 14:27)
"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you." (Isaiah 43:2)
"The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness." (Zephaniah 3:17)
"The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit." (Psalm 34:18)

Life wisdom quotes

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." (Proverbs 3:5–6)
"Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life." (Proverbs 4:23)
"For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven." (Ecclesiastes 3:1)
"Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness." (James 1:2–3)
"Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind." (Romans 12:2)
"He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?" (Micah 6:8)
"Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established." (Proverbs 16:3)
"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness." (Galatians 5:22)

Success & work quotes

"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men." (Colossians 3:23)
"But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." (Matthew 6:33)
"Do you see a man skillful in his work? He will stand before kings; he will not stand before obscure men." (Proverbs 22:29)
"Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap." (Luke 6:38)
"I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 3:14)
"Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it." (1 Corinthians 9:24)
"Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might." (Ecclesiastes 9:10)
"He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season." (Psalm 1:3)

Hope & comfort quotes

"And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good." (Romans 8:28)
"Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." (Matthew 11:28)
"Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen." (Hebrews 11:1)
"Be still, and know that I am God." (Psalm 46:10)
"My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." (2 Corinthians 12:9)
"I will never leave you nor forsake you." (Hebrews 13:5)
"Cast all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you." (1 Peter 5:7)
"This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." (Psalm 118:24)

Daily inspiration quotes

"Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." (Psalm 119:105)
"Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven." (Matthew 5:16)
"You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind." (Mark 12:30)
"Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances." (1 Thessalonians 5:16–18)
"I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." (John 8:12)
"Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude." (1 Corinthians 13:4)
"For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God." (Ephesians 2:8)
"Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart." (Psalm 37:4)
"You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you." (Isaiah 26:3)

Conclusion Quotes from Scripture carry timeless truth and power—short bursts of wisdom that can reframe a moment or reshape a life. Return to these famous Bible quotes when you need encouragement, direction, or solace. Let them guide your thoughts, steady your heart, and inspire the next step on your journey.