Memorizing Scripture and Bible versus is essential to Christian life. It acts as our guide during tough times, is a resource when faced with temptation and is evidence to be used in conversations with non-believers. While many Christian’s talk about wanting to memorize Scripture, it can be hard to decide which Bible verses to store in your heart.
Here, we have put together 25 of the most popular bible verses and scripture that are essential to be memorized. Each of these bible verses are commonly referred to during sermons and discuss relevant issues such as salvation, anxiety, faith, strength and more. Every bible verse was intentionally chosen and can be used throughout daily life.
Our hope is that these Bible verses and scripture encourage you and strengthen your relationship with our almighty God! Memorizing His Word is one of the sweetest ways to further understand the character of God and His intent for each of us! Give the gift of inspiration with our Scripture stickers for everyone.
1. Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
God Sighting:
– While God never promises us an easy life without suffering, He does promise to stand beside us and guide us along a path towards eternity. God’s original intent was never evil but our own human tendencies have led us to sin and separation. Right now God is working to redeem us and bring us back into His Kingdom so that we may have an eternal future in His presence.
2. Matthew 6:33
“But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”
God Sighting:
– When we choose to follow God and surrender our life to Him, He will provide our basic needs. There is no need to worry because God promises to provide!
3. Romans 15:4
“For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.”
God Sighting:
– Scripture applies to all people in all time periods. The way God intentionally crafted His Word allows it to be a timeless work. This verse also shows us God’s purpose for giving us the Bible; He does not want to leave us to do life alone but rather wants to give hope, encouragement & endurance through communicating to us through the Scriptures.
4. Philippians 4:19
“And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.”
God Sighting:
– The Bible consistently reiterates that God will provide for us. There is no physical need that He does not want to supply. While this does not mean our earthly life will be easy or luxurious, He does promise eternal life to those who believe.
5. Psalm 147:3
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
God Sighting:
– True healing comes only from the Lord. He alone can and will provide a way out from your hurting.
6. Mark 11:24
“Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.”
God Sighting:
– This verse is not calling God a genie who grants our wishes but rather referring to the fact that when we are walking with God our desires will begin to reflect the same desires as Him. When we go to Him in prayer, He will fulfill the promises He has made and will continue to grant to us what we ask for as long as it is a part of His plan and intentions.
7. Matthew 13:43
“Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. He who has ears, let him hear.”
God Sighting:
– Those who belong to God will be granted eternal life in God’s Kingdom where we will shine like the sun as His children.
8. Ephesians 1:7
“In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace.”
God Sighting:
– It is only by the word of Jesus on the cross that we may be saved and free from the bondage of sin. Through pure grace and mercy, God chose to send His son to take our place so that we can be forgiven and dwell with Him.
9. Proverbs 13:20
“Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.”
God Sighting:
– Who you surround yourself with matters! The people you spend the majority of your time with will either point you to Christ or lead you to the world.
10. 1 John 4:16
“So we have come to know and to believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and whoever abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him.”
God Sighting:
– God is not only our perfect demonstration of what love is but He created love and intends for us to reflect His image through showing His love to one another. Abiding in God is to abide in love. We cannot love without being in a relationship with God. True love can only come through knowing God and reflecting the love He shows us.
11. 2 Corinthians 5:7
“For we walk by faith, not by sight.”
God Sighting:
– Walking in faith is walking with God, trusting that He is in complete control of your life. Although he remains unseen, we can have hope through the power of the Gospel.
12. Isaiah 64:8
“But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand.”
God Sighting:
– God is our creator! He intentionally made each one of us and designed us to perfectly accomplish His purpose.
13. Joshua 1:9
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
God Sighting:
– The presence of God offers hope, security and peace to those who have chosen to follow Him. We have nothing to fear because God will be our guide every second of the day. There is nowhere we could ever go that is outside of His presence. God will always be right beside us ready to fight our battles with and for us.
14. Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
God Sighting:
– Time and time again God has proven himself to be faithful to us. He is our shelter and stronghold whom we can rely on at all times in any situation.
15. Matthew 28:20
“Teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you, to the end of the age.”
God Sighting:
– God is by your side right now and will continue to act as your guide and provision.
16. 1 Peter 5:7
“Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”
God Sighting:
– Choose to rest in the presence of God. Allow Him to take a hold of your anxieties and worries. Only He will restore to you the peace intended for your life.
17. Psalm 139:14
“I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.”
God Sighting:
– God created each of us intentionally and distinctly apart from the rest of creation. There is no doubt that we are His perfect people created for His glory!
18. 2 Timothy 3:16
“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.”
God Sighting:
– The Bible was written by God for His people so that we might learn about His will for us.
19. Ephesians 2:8-9
“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.”
God Sighting:
– There is nothing we can do to earn the love of Christ. It is solely by His grace and mercy that we can come to know Him!
20. Romans 8:28
“And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.”
God Sighting:
– God may not reveal His plan to us but He does promise that everything is always working together for good. We may look at a situation and wonder where God is but we must trust that He is working behind the scenes to further His plan and bring us closer to total redemption.
21. John 1:1-2
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God”
God Sighting:
– Jesus wasn’t created. He didn’t get spoken into existence but was around from the beginning. Before He came to earth, He dwelled with God.
22. Matthew 19:26
“But Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”
God Sighting:
– We have human limitations, tire and fall short. There are things too big for us to accomplish on our own and miracles only God can perform. The good news is that even if something seems too big from a human perspective, it is never too big for God because He can do the impossible.
23. Ephesians 4:32
“Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.”
God Sighting:
– We are called to reflect the image of Christ and to bear the very person He is. Jesus was the perfect example of what it looks like to be a believer who walks in faith. Showing kindness and forgiveness are two attributes shown by Jesus that we also have the ability to represent to one another.
24. Deuteronomy 31:6
“Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.”
God Sighting:
– Our God is bigger than any battle, enemy or trial you could ever face. He can overcome any hardship and will continue to stand beside us. When you allow Him to work in your life and fight for you, there is nothing to fear because the battle is no longer yours but God’s.
25. Hebrews 11:6
“And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.”
God Sighting:
– Until you truly know God, it is impossible to follow His will or fully experience everything He has for you. God wants to be with us for eternity but ultimately it is our choice to follow Him. Many people question whether or not they should go all in for God but it is important to remember that a life dedicated to God wins the ultimate reward of eternal life.