I’m so thankful for all the Bible verses about peace during hard times.
These past few years have been rough! Whether you’ve lost someone to illness or maybe you are facing financial struggles due to job loss, the struggle is real!
Some families are dealing with blow after blow and may be feeling anxious about what might come next.
Perhaps you, too are struggling to find peace in the circumstances you find yourself in.
No matter the situation, we can all find peace and comfort in God’s Word.
The Bible tells us that, not only can we endure these hard times, but we can also find perfect peace and joy in the midst of them.
Ultimately, the perfect peace we find when leaning on God during struggles is a byproduct of trust and faith.
It is an assurance that God is in control, working for our good, and guiding us through every trial.
It’s an understanding that our burdens are shared with a loving and omnipotent God who provides comfort, strength, and hope in the midst of adversity.
As we deepen our relationship with God and lean on Him, this perfect peace becomes a tangible reality, sustaining us through life’s most challenging moments.
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What Does the Bible Say About Peace in Hard Times
I’m thankful for the Word of God and the hope it offers us. The Scriptures are full of promises that give us the hope and strength we need to endure all these hard seasons that life brings.
They remind us over and over that He is the God of Peace!
Bible Verses About Peace in Hard Times
Here are a few scriptures about peace during hard times in the Bible.
If you are going through a difficult season, these would be great passages for you to meditate on periodically throughout each day.
Share these promises with someone you know who needs to be encouraged.
Even in the darkest moments of our lives, we can find peace in knowing that there is nothing that can separate us from the love of God. He is always close by and watching over us as His children.
Colossians 3:15
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Colossians 3:15 NIV
This is one of my favorite Bible verses to turn to when I’m feeling the weight of the world come down on me!
Ezekiel 37:26-27
I will make a covenant of peace with them; it will be an everlasting covenant. I will establish them and increase their numbers, and I will put my sanctuary among them forever. My dwelling place will be with them; I will be their God, and they will be my people. Ezekiel 37:26-27 NIV
God loves us so much that He made a promise to care for us through all of the hard times we face.
But we have to believe in that promise and believe in His unfailing love for us. That means giving your burdens over to Him and letting Him take the wheel.
Matthew 6:26-27
Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life? Matthew 6:26-27 NIV
As children of God, we must always remember that God values us and wants us to be happy.
When I’m feeling a bit stressed, this verse brings me peace and reminds me that God cares for my wellbeing and will carry me through whatever I’m going through.
Psalm 46:4
God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1 NIV
Whenever we are feeling overwhelmed with anything here on Earth, we only need to cry out to the Lord and draw near to Him.
God’s peace is truly a place of rest and comfort in the most trying of times.
Don’t try to hand things on your own or get stressed out over what you can’t control.
God’s got this!
Romans 8:38-39
“For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (NASB)
This verse serves to remind us that no matter what crazines that is happening around us in the world, we have the peace of knowing that none of it will ever separate us from God.
He is in control now and forever – so there is no reason for us to worry!
Jeremiah 31:3
“The Lord appeared to him long ago, saying, “I have loved you with an everlasting love; Therefore I have drawn you out with kindness.”
Galatians 2:20
I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. Galatians 2:20 NIV
This profound love and sacrifice assures us that we are deeply valued and cherished by our Creator.
In knowing that Christ died for us, we find reassurance that we are not alone in our journey, but rather, we are recipients of God’s immeasurable love.
That knowledge alone brings a sense of inner peace.
John 15:13
Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. John 15:13 NIV
We find the strength to endure as we intentionally set our gaze on things that are unseen. The things that we can see are only temporary.
However, things that are unseen, the spiritual things like faith and hope, will last forever.
Philippians 4:12-13
I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:12-13 NIV
When we take this verse to heart, it can help us develop resilience in the face of adversity.
We learn to adapt and find contentment even in challenging situations, knowing that Christ’s strength empowers us to endure and overcome.
This resilience brings about thoughts of peace that persists even when life presents difficulties.
Hebrews 12:1-2
Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Hebrews 12:1-2
2 Corinthians 4:18
So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. 2 Corinthians 4:18 NIV
Psalm 84:5
Blessed are those whose strength is in you, whose hearts are set on pilgrimage. Psalm 84:5 NIV
Not only has God sent His Son to take away our sins and offer us eternal life, but He also has given us His Spirit.
The Holy Spirit is also known as “the Comforter”. We have the very presence of God dwelling within us.
We can experience joy in His presence at any time and in any situation.
Philippians 4:6
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6 NIV
When you remember that God is literally the Prince of Peace, you are reminded that He commands us to find rest in Him.
When you are going through hard times, go to Him in prayer and lay your burdens on Him.
He will bring you an abundance of peace if you let Him.
Matthew 11:28
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28 NIV
There is great peace in knowing the I can just rest in God’s presence.
He take pleasure when His children turn to Him during their struggles instead of leading on their own understanding of things.
Psalm 23:1-2
The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, Our God is the God of all comfort. We have peace in knowing the He will always lead us out of or through our struggles if we just let Him take the lead. Psalm 23:1-2 NIV
Hebrews 4:16
Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need. Hebrews 4:16 NIV
When talking about the different bible verses about peace and comfort, we can’t leave out scriptures that proclaim the hope we have in Christ!
These verses are closely related to the scriptures we looked at about finding strength in the Lord.
Our hope in Christ is what gives us the strength to move forward in faith through difficult times.
John 3:16
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 NIV
The Good News of the Gospel is meant to give us peace.
Peace in knowing that, no matter what happens or what struggles you face here, God has promised you eternity with Him in Heaven.
1 Peter 1:3
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 1 Peter 1:3 NIV
He is the God of all grace! Nothing we can do can earn or lose His love for us.
When we mess up or make bad decisions and those decisions cause turmoil in our lives, He has already given us grace!
There is so much peace in knowing that He isn’t going to place blame or fault. Or that I don’t have to earn back his love. His grace covers me always!
Romans 15:13
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 NIV
When we lean on God, we comprehend that He is not distant or indifferent to our struggles but is intimately concerned about our well-being.
1 John 3:2-3
Dear friends, now we are children of God, and what we will be has not yet been made known. But we know that when Christ appears, we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is. All who have this hope in him purify themselves, just as he is pure. 1 John 3:2-3 NIV
2 Corinthians 4:17
For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. 2 Corinthians 4:17
Regularly immersing ourselves in Scripture and meditating on its truths can deepen our understanding of God’s character and His promises.
The Bible is a rich source of comfort and guidance, offering stories of faith, resilience, and divine intervention during challenging times.
By meditating on God’s Word, we gain insight and wisdom that enhance our capacity to rest in His peace.
Romans 8:18
I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. Romans 8:18 NIV
Resting in God’s peace often requires letting go of self-reliance.
It involves recognizing that we don’t have to bear the weight of our burdens alone, as God stands ready to provide guidance, strength, and comfort.
This act of surrender brings relief from the exhausting burden of trying to control every aspect of our lives and fosters a sense of peace that comes from trusting in God’s provision.
1 Peter 4:3-4
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to obtain an inheritance which is imperishable, undefiled, and will not fade away, reserved in heaven for you, 1 peter 1:3-4
The resurrection is the ultimate proof of Jesus’ divinity and the promise of eternal life for all who believe in Him. The hard times we face here on earth are only temporary.
We can find immense peace in knowing that through Christ’s resurrection, we too can conquer death and look forward to an eternal life in God’s presence.
Revelation 21:3-4
And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” Revelation 21:3-4 NIV
Aren’t those first two verses awesome! All the trials and tribulations we experience here in this life are not worth comparing to the glory that is coming.
What an amazing promise!
While there are many sweet moments that we will experience in this life, this world is also full of evil and corruption. Heartache and pain.
Isn’t it comforting to know that this life is only temporary? We have a forever home waiting for us.
A kingdom in which there will be no tears or sadness. No sickness or disease. A place that is full of life and light.
A place where we will share and behold the fullness of the eternal glory of God.
What a great day that will be!
Prayer for Peace and Comfort in Difficult Times
Here is a prayer that you can use as you walk through your difficult season. Use it as is, or use it as the foundation to form your own prayer to the Lord.
Everlasting Father, I thank you so much for all the sweet and precious promises contained in Your Word. Would you please help me, Lord God, to endure this difficult time?
Help me to keep my eyes fixed on You and all the precious promises you have given me in your word.
Help me, O Lord, to remember that you can use this affliction for good in my life and that all the trials I am facing now are not worth comparing to what my future holds. You are the Lord of peace!
All the days and moments of my life are in Your hands and I believe that You will carry me through. Show me all the things I can be thankful for in the midst of this dark time.
No matter what this life may bring I always have a reason to praise You! Thank you for saving me. Thank you for giving me new life in Christ.
Thank you for never leaving me or forsaking me and that I may come to You at any time to receive mercy, comfort, and joy in Your presence. In the name of the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, Amen
Resting in the peace of God during hard times is a testament to faith and trust in His unchanging character and promises.
It’s a process of letting go of anxiety, seeking His presence through prayer and Scripture, and embracing His sovereignty.
In doing so, believers can find a deep and abiding peace that transcends their circumstances, sustaining them through life’s trials and uncertainties.
It is a peace that reassures, strengthens, and ultimately leads to a profound sense of tranquility in the midst of life’s storms.
During times of trouble, just lean into God and find peace in His presence.
This perfect peace is not the absence of difficulties, but rather, it’s a sense of assurance amid life’s storms.
It’s a peace that arises when we realize that God is our refuge and fortress.
Understanding this peace means recognizing that even in the darkest moments, we can find safety and shelter in God’s presence.
My hope is, whatever circumstances you find yourself in today, that God’s Promises help you to keep your gaze fixed on the love of God. He is constant and unchanging. His promises remain faithful.
While there may be times in life when we feel like God is far off, or we struggle to see any reason to persevere in hope, these bible verses about peace in hard times give us a firm foundation to stand on.
