8 Hope-Filled Bible Verses About the Storms of Life
We all face storms in life. If you feel like your ship is about to sink, let’s dig into God’s Word together as we uncover eight hope-filled Bible verses about the storms of life.
Bible Verses About the Storms of Life
The summer I lived in Alaska, we took a ferry through the fjords near Seward.
A cloud of mist shrouded the bay like a crumpled quilt as our small vessel inched closer to a mammoth glacier. Without warning, a chunk of ice the size of a small house broke free from the ancient ice field and crashed into the cobalt sea.
Our tiny boat rocked and bobbed like a bath toy.
Life can be like this sometimes: You’re floating along just fine, and then, without warning, you’re holding on for dear life.
Most likely, you have navigated your own stormy seas.
Our family has faced a few storms throughout the past years as well, and the following words have carried us through some of the choppiest waters—the waters that seemed like they just might sink us.
8 Bible Verses About the Storms of Life
Save these verses for a rainy day, or hide them in your heart as you walk through today’s storm. The One who calms the seas has not left your side.
1. John 16:33
“These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world.”
For years, I felt surprised every time life got hard. Finally, I realized that trouble is to be expected. Jesus promised trouble. But he also promised his peace.
Are you facing a storm? Don’t be surprised. Also, remind yourself that Jesus has not left your side.
2. Isaiah 42:6
“I am the LORD; I have called you in righteousness; I will take you by the hand and keep you”
God hasn’t left us to wander around on our own. When you don’t know which way to turn, cling to the promise in Isaiah 42:6. God is with you in this storm, and he will protect you with his powerful right hand.
3. Psalm 16:8
“I have set the LORD always before me; because he is at my right hand, I shall not be shaken.”
Stormy seas in life threaten to shake us to the core. However, by learning to set the Lord always before us—and keeping our eyes on Him—we need not be shaken.
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When life is hard, remembering that this world is not our eternal home can offer hope. Here are three additional Bible verses about life’s storms and the eternal glory awaiting us all.
God Can Use Your Troubles for Good
4. James 1:12
“Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.”
God has promised “the crown of life” to those who love him. We find this truth in James 1:12. Keep pressing through the storm. God will reward you.
5. Romans 8:18
“For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.”
We find this truth in Paul’s letter to the Roman church. We all face storms in this life; however, a day will come when the storms will pass, and we will be with God in glory.
6. 2 Corinthians 4:17-18
“For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.”
Never forget that God can use your storm for good, and these storms are all temporary.
God uses difficulties to shape us into the image of Jesus and can help us endure life’s most difficult trials. I leave you with two more verses about God’s purpose in our storms.
7. Romans 5:3
“Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance.”
Like athletes pushing through pain in preparation for the big game or event, pain builds endurance in our lives. Your storms are helping you grow into maturity.
8. 1 Peter 1:7
“These trials will show that your faith is genuine. It is being tested as fire tests and purifies gold—though your faith is far more precious than mere gold. So when your faith remains strong through many trials, it will bring you much praise and glory and honor on the day when Jesus Christ is revealed to the whole world.”
God uses our struggles to purify our hearts. Struggles burn off the parts of our characters that hinder us from abundant, God-honoring lives. God will use this storm for your good and his glory. Keep your eyes on him, and don’t give up.
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The next time you find yourself navigating on the stormy seas of struggle and uncertainty, cling to these promises. God has not forsaken you. He is still in the boat with you. He has the power to calm these choppy waters at any given moment. Until he does, you can trust that he will use this season for your good and his glory.
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