8 Bible Verses For When You Need Hope

ByRachel Wojo

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bible reading challenge day 106

Today is a day I’ll never forget. A tragedy close to my heart.

The first tweet of the Boston heartbreak today struck my soul…. and yet,

I can’t imagine the ache of the dear people affected so intimately by such hurtful, evil ways.

I’m a runner. Preparing for another race.

The joy and anticipation of the journey for many in the Boston marathon today was obliterated. 

I have an 8 yr. old son.

One of those lost from the explosion was an 8 year old child. 

In a few weeks, I’m headed to Boston.

To speak on trusting God in tough times. 

I almost sob as I simply type the above words.  It doesn’t seem enough. Mere human words are not enough to make sense of such awful, horrific acts of human depravity. And my words aren’t enough.

Only God.

For when you need hope.

bible verses for when you need hope

 

But you, O LORD, are a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head. Psalm 3:3

I will not be afraid of many thousands of people who have set themselves against me all around. Psalm 3:6

Let your steadfast love comfort me according to your promise to your servant. Psalm 119:76

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. 2 Cor. 1:4

For God alone, O my soul, wait in silence, for my hope is from him. Psalm 62:5

You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word. Psalm 119:114

Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God our Father, who loved us and gave us eternal comfort and good hope through grace, comfort your hearts and establish them in every good work and word. 2 Thess. 2:16&17

But this I call to mind, and therefore I have hope: The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. “The LORD is my portion,” says my soul, “therefore I will hope in him.” Lam. 3:21-24

Father,

As our minds attempt to comprehend the unthinkable,

we grasp for straws of understanding.

As our hearts ache with sorrow and heaviness,

we droop from the weight of burdens.

As our spirits argue with the dark meaningless of the world,

we beg for the light only You can shed.

And as our souls search for answers,

we reach for your Divine hand of healing and comfort through the peace only You can provide.

Amen.

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14 Comments

  1. Retha Morgan says:

    I truly needed these last night when I received them. Thank you and God bless you.

  2. Jennifer C. says:

    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.” (Deuteronomy 31:6 NIV)

    I was reminded of this verse yesterday. In senseless tragedies like these when we can’t even begin to understand the “why”, I try to take comfort in the fact that our God is an amazing God. I pray that He will provide strength, comfort & peace to all those affected by this indescribable tragedy.

  3. Thank you Rachel for this list of verses and your thoughts. When something like this happens it affects all of us. God’s word is soothing.

  4. I’m a runner and a mom like you. I also believe in Him. He heals. I have a young friend who texted me throughout the day yesterday, and she asked “why?” Don’t we all ask that question. Why the hurt? Why the evil? I honestly don’t know. However, I know his Word is True. Thank you for keeping us on track in His Word. We have faith in Him above all else.

  5. Thank you for posting these comforting verses Rachel! I too have an 8 year old son & my high school senior will be flying into Boston next week for a recruiting trip. What a sad reminder that we live in a fallen world & my thoughts & prayers are will all those effected by this tragedy!

  6. I live in the UK but was shocked and moved by the awful Boston marathon tragedy. I pray for all the victims and those affected by this atrocious act. Your post was sensitive and moving, Rachel. Sad days.

  7. Amen.

    My heart aches. But I’m finding comfort in reading my list of inspirational blogs (like yours) and listening to worship.

    So many thoughts, so little words.

    Thank you for the encouragement and uplifting word.

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