I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Paul learned that in plenty or in need, Christ gives the strength for whatever comes.
Bible Verses for Strength
The Bible’s strength verses are not about being strong enough on your own. They are about strength that is given: “He giveth power to the faint” (Isaiah 40:29). Here is one for you today.
A verse for you
Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Paul learned that in plenty or in need, Christ gives the strength for whatever comes.
KJV9 Bible verses for Strength
But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
Waiting on the Lord renews strength: you will run and not be weary.
He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength.
When you have nothing left, God gives power to the faint.
Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.
Courage is commanded because God goes with you wherever you go.
And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
Your weakness is the place where God’s grace and power show up most clearly.
The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.
The Lord is strength and shield. Trust turns into help, and help into a song.
Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the Lord is your strength.
Joy in the Lord is not a feeling to chase. It is where your strength comes from.
Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
Strength that does not depend on you: be strong in the Lord and His mighty power.
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
God is a refuge and a very present help, right now, in this trouble.
What the Bible says about strength
Philippians 4:13 is often read as “I can achieve anything.” In context Paul is saying something deeper: he has learned to be content whether full or hungry, because Christ strengthens him in both.
That is the shape of biblical strength. God told Paul, “My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness.” Weakness is not disqualifying; it is where God’s power shows.
Isaiah 40 describes the process: those who wait on the Lord renew their strength. Waiting here means trusting, leaning, staying close. Strength comes as a gift for the next step, not as a reserve you must already have.
Questions people ask
What is the best Bible verse for strength?
Philippians 4:13 and Isaiah 40:31 are the most loved. Joshua 1:9 is the one people choose before a big step.
What does Philippians 4:13 really mean?
Paul is talking about contentment: in plenty or in need, Christ gives him the strength to stay faithful. Read our full page on Philippians 4:13.
Where does strength come from, according to the Bible?
From God: “The Lord is my strength and my shield” (Psalm 28:7), and “the joy of the Lord is your strength” (Nehemiah 8:10).