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Bible verses for hard times

When trouble comes, Scripture neither denies the pain nor leaves us in it — it points to a God who is near, working all things for good. These verses steady us through difficult days.

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Psalms 34:19 “Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him from them all.” Romans 8:28 “And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.” Isaiah 43:2 “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze.” James 1:2 “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, when you encounter trials of many kinds,” 2 Corinthians 4:17 “For our light and momentary affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory that is far beyond comparison.” Psalms 46:1 “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble.”