Difficult times are inevitable as long as we are on earth, one cannot successfully live life without having to go through one or many challenges. Difficult times surfaces in different forms and models, it may come in form of fruitlessness, sickness, joblessness, emotional trauma and many others. However the good news is that what ever form these hard times decide to take, God has promised not to leave. Life is without difficulty, but as Christians we have to prepare ourselves in advance for those hard times that will surface. Many think that once you’ve become a follower of Christ, then you will be automatically be exempted from challenges, but the book of Job 14:1 already concurred that a human life is short and will certainly be filled with many troubles. So being a Christian does not stop difficulties from coming your way. The Bible is filled with words of God that reassures us of his ever abiding presence and help in times of trouble. We have the privilege to go to God when we are faced with difficulties, his arms are always open to receive us and strengthen us.
Some Christians tend to loose their faith in God when they are faced with difficulties, they get overwhelmed by their situations, they start doubting God, his promises, faithfulness and by so doing, their faith begins to drop little by little until they have none left. The only way to stay calm during hard times is by putting our trust fully in God. Trusting his process, his timing and purpose. Our faith is usually tested the most when we are faced with difficulties, and during this time what matters the most is how we respond to the situations. It is important we dey grounded on the word of God, as his words is filled with strength, hope and reassurance. Christ encourages us to endure difficult times with faith and perseverance and with the consciousness that God is always with, even in the face of adversity. Join us in this article as we study some powerful Bible verses that will help us understand difficult times and how to also strengthen us when those days come.
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What Does The Bible Say About Difficult Times?
The Bible presents difficult times as a time that is both challenging and rewarding if we endure to the end. God views difficult times as important part of in our Christian journey. Difficult time is a time that helps us to build long suffering, which is a fruit of the Holy Spirit. The Bible is aware that there must be hard and dark days, that is why it encouraged us to possess long suffering as a fruit of the Holy Spirit, as it will be needed on the days that our human strength and capacity fails us.
Romans 8:28 “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose”. Apostle Paul encourages us in this scripture to stay calm during our difficult days because all things work together for our good. This is to say that the bad days we feel that have come to swallow us will eventually turn our for our own good. So we have to stay focused with an unwavering faith.
Romans 5:3-4 “Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope”. Apostle Paul brings to our knowledge that our suffering is not without a reason. Difficult times enables us to grow spiritually and also help us develop hope and faith that will be unbreakable.
Psalm 9:9-10 “The Lord is a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O Lord, have not forsaken those who seek you”. God remains our only stronghold in times of trouble.
Bible Verses About Difficult Times
- Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. – James 1:2-3
- The righteous person may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all. – Psalm 34:19
- So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. – Isaiah 41:10
- But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. – 2 Corinthians 12:9
- And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. – Romans 8:28
- God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. – Psalm 46:1
- Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. – Matthew 11:28
- 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 4:6-7
- Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you. – Hebrews 13:5
- Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. – 1 Peter 5:7
- For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. – Jeremiah 29:11
- Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken. – Psalm 55:22
- For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and of a sound mind. – 2 Timothy 1:7
- 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
- Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. – James 1:12
- For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning. – Psalms 30:5
- Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. – James 1:12
- For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning. – Psalms 30:5
- 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. – Hebrews 12:1
- The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still. – Exodus 14:14
- Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually! – 1 Chronicles 16:11
- Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. – Romans 5:3-4
- Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. – Matthew 5:4
- The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. – Psalm 9:9
- I waited patiently for the Lord; he turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. – Psalm 40:1-3
- Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. – Colossians 3:2
- Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. – Proverbs 3:5-6
- Heal me, Lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise. – Jeremiah 17:14
- The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? – Psalms 27:1
- Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. – 1 Peter 4:12-13
- Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. – Isaiah 41:10
- I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world. – John 16:33
- For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us. – Romans 8:18
- 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. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will hear you. You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart. – Jeremiah 29:11-13
- Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. – James 1:2-4
- The Lord is a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O Lord, have not forsaken those who seek you. – Psalm 9:9-10
- Have I not commanded you? 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
- In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials, so that the tested genuineness of your faith—more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire—may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ. – 1 Peter 1:6-7
- Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. – Galatians 6:2
- And call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify me. – Psalm 50:15
- And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. – Matthew 6:13
- It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed. – Deuteronomy 31:8
- And Jesus said to him, “‘If you can’! All things are possible for one who believes. – Mark 9:23
- The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him. – Psalm 28:7
- 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. – Deuteronomy 31:6
