Life has its ups and downs, and sometimes we need a reminder that difficult times are temporary. The Bible offers many verses to encourage and strengthen us through these moments. Let’s explore some comforting scriptures that assure us this too shall pass and bring hope to our hearts.
This Too Shall Pass Bible Verses
2 Corinthians 4:17-18 – For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory
“For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. 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.”
Psalm 30:5 – Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning
“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.”
Romans 8:18 – Our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us
“I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.”
Isaiah 43:2 – When you pass through the waters, I will be with you
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.”
John 16:33 – In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
1 Peter 5:10 – After you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast
“And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.”
Revelation 21:4 – He will wipe every tear from their eyes
“‘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.”
2 Timothy 4:18 – The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack
“The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and will bring me safely to his heavenly kingdom. To him be glory for ever and ever. Amen.”
Psalm 34:19 – The righteous person may have many troubles, but the LORD delivers him from them all
“The righteous person may have many troubles, but the LORD delivers him from them all;”
James 1:12 – Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial
“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.”
1 Corinthians 10:13 – No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind
“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.”
Isaiah 40:31 – But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength
“But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
1 Peter 1:6 – In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials
“In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials.”
Ecclesiastes 3:1 – There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens:”
Hebrews 12:11 – No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful
“No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.”
Romans 8:28 – And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him
“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.”
Isaiah 41:10 – So do not fear, for I am with you
“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.”
2 Corinthians 1:4 – Who comforts us in all our troubles
“who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.”
Psalm 147:3 – He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
Deuteronomy 31:6 – Be strong and courageous
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”
1 Thessalonians 5:18 – Give thanks in all circumstances
“give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
Matthew 11:28-30 – Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
Psalm 23:4 – Even though I walk through the darkest valley
“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
Philippians 4:6-7 – Do not be anxious about anything
“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.”
Isaiah 54:10 – Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed
“Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,” says the LORD, who has compassion on you.”
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Romans 12:12 – Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”
Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding
“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.”
2 Corinthians 4:8-9 – We are hard pressed on every side
“We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.”
Joshua 1:9 – Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”
Matthew 6:34 – Therefore do not worry about tomorrow
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”
Psalm 46:1 – God is our refuge and strength
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
James 1:2-4 – Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds
“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. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.”
John 14:27 – Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
Romans 15:13 – May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace
“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.”
Hebrews 13:5 – because God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.”
“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.'”
Matthew 5:4 – Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.”
Isaiah 26:3 – You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”
Psalm 91:7 – A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand
“A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you.”
1 Corinthians 16:13 – Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong
“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.”
Romans 5:3-4 – Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings
“Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.”