The Bible contains countless verses that bring comfort, guidance, and inspiration. Short verses are especially powerful because they are easy to memorize and apply daily. Below is a list of 100 popular short Bible verses to encourage your faith and help you grow closer to God.


1–10: Foundational Verses

  1. John 11:35: "Jesus wept."
  2. 1 Thessalonians 5:16: "Rejoice always."
  3. Genesis 1:1: "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth."
  4. Psalm 119:105: "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path."
  5. Philippians 4:13: "I can do all things through Him who strengthens me."
  6. Proverbs 3:5: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart."
  7. Matthew 5:14: "You are the light of the world."
  8. Romans 12:12: "Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer."
  9. Psalm 46:10: "Be still, and know that I am God."
  10. Psalm 23:1: "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want."

11–20: Strength and Encouragement

  1. Romans 3:23: "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God."
  2. Isaiah 41:10: "Fear not, for I am with you."
  3. Luke 6:31: "Do to others as you would have them do to you."
  4. Philippians 4:4: "Rejoice in the Lord always."
  5. John 8:32: "Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free."
  6. Psalm 56:3: "When I am afraid, I put my trust in You."
  7. Matthew 6:33: "Seek first His kingdom and His righteousness."
  8. Matthew 22:39: "Love your neighbor as yourself."
  9. 1 John 4:19: "We love because He first loved us."
  10. Colossians 3:23: "Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord."

21–30: God’s Faithfulness

  1. Psalm 37:4: "Delight yourself in the Lord."
  2. Hebrews 13:8: "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever."
  3. Romans 8:31: "If God is for us, who can be against us?"
  4. 1 Corinthians 16:14: "Do everything in love."
  5. Matthew 7:7: "Ask, and it will be given to you."
  6. Psalm 118:24: "This is the day the Lord has made."
  7. Galatians 5:22: "The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace."
  8. 1 Peter 5:7: "Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you."
  9. Proverbs 17:22: "A cheerful heart is good medicine."
  10. Psalm 34:8: "Taste and see that the Lord is good."

31–40: Guidance and Wisdom

  1. Micah 6:8: "Act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God."
  2. John 14:6: "I am the way, and the truth, and the life."
  3. Proverbs 16:9: "The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps."
  4. Zephaniah 3:17: "The Lord your God is in your midst."
  5. 1 Timothy 4:12: "Set an example for the believers in speech and conduct."
  6. Psalm 150:6: "Let everything that has breath praise the Lord!"
  7. John 10:10: "I came that they may have life and have it abundantly."
  8. 2 Corinthians 5:7: "We walk by faith, not by sight."
  9. Matthew 28:20: "I am with you always, to the end of the age."
  10. Proverbs 27:17: "Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another."

41–50: Assurance and Hope

  1. Ecclesiastes 3:1: "There is a time for everything."
  2. Isaiah 40:31: "Those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength."
  3. Matthew 4:4: "Man shall not live by bread alone."
  4. Psalm 9:1: "I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart."
  5. Colossians 3:2: "Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things."
  6. Ephesians 6:10: "Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power."
  7. Revelation 22:21: "The grace of the Lord Jesus be with God’s people."
  8. Psalm 19:1: "The heavens declare the glory of God."
  9. Joshua 1:9: "Be strong and courageous."
  10. Matthew 11:28: "Come to Me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest."

51–60: Peace and Rest

  1. Romans 5:8: "But God shows His love for us."
  2. 1 John 4:16: "God is love."
  3. James 4:8: "Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you."
  4. Psalm 46:1: "God is our refuge and strength."
  5. Matthew 19:26: "With God, all things are possible."
  6. John 15:13: "Greater love has no one than this."
  7. Psalm 100:4: "Enter His gates with thanksgiving."
  8. 2 Timothy 1:7: "For God gave us a spirit not of fear."
  9. Proverbs 18:10: "The name of the Lord is a strong tower."
  10. John 3:30: "He must increase, but I must decrease."

61–70: Trust in the Lord

  1. Psalm 62:1: "My soul finds rest in God alone."
  2. Isaiah 26:3: "You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast."
  3. Proverbs 4:23: "Above all else, guard your heart."
  4. John 6:35: "I am the bread of life."
  5. Psalm 121:2: "My help comes from the Lord."
  6. Matthew 5:9: "Blessed are the peacemakers."
  7. Psalm 55:22: "Cast your cares on the Lord."
  8. Romans 10:9: "If you declare with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' you will be saved."
  9. 2 Corinthians 12:9: "My grace is sufficient for you."
  10. Jeremiah 29:11: "For I know the plans I have for you."

71–100: Living in Faith

  1. Psalm 150:1: "Praise the Lord."
  2. Ephesians 2:8: "For by grace you have been saved through faith."
  3. Philippians 1:6: "He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion."
  4. John 10:27: "My sheep hear My voice."
  5. Psalm 133:1: "How good and pleasant it is when God's people live together in unity!"
  6. Matthew 10:30: "Even the hairs of your head are all numbered."
  7. Hebrews 11:1: "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for."
  8. Proverbs 22:6: "Train up a child in the way he should go."
  9. Psalm 27:1: "The Lord is my light and my salvation."
  10. John 14:27: "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give you."
Verse Scripture
81. 1 John 1:9 "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us."
82. Galatians 6:9 "Let us not grow weary in doing good."
83. Psalm 31:24 "Be strong, and let your heart take courage."
84. Matthew 6:21 "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."
85. Psalm 63:1 "O God, You are my God; earnestly I seek You."
86. Hebrews 4:16 "Let us then approach God's throne of grace with confidence."
87. 2 Peter 3:9 "The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise."
88. 1 Corinthians 10:31 "Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God."
89. Psalm 84:11 "No good thing does He withhold."
90. James 1:17 "Every good and perfect gift is from above."
91. Romans 6:23 "For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life."
92. Colossians 3:16 "Let the Word of Christ dwell in you richly."
93. John 16:33 "In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."
94. Psalm 19:14 "May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to You."
95. Ephesians 3:20 "Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine."
96. Philippians 2:3 "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit."
97. Matthew 5:16 "Let your light shine before others."
98. Psalm 32:8 "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go."
99. 2 Corinthians 9:7 "God loves a cheerful giver."
100. Romans 15:13 "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him."

These 100 short Bible verses powerfully remind us of God’s love, guidance, and promises. They are easy to memorize, perfect for daily reflection, and a wonderful way to deepen your faith.

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Romans 3:23

for all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God;

Romans 6:23

For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Romans 5:8

But God commends his own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

Romans 10:13

For, “Whoever will call on the name of the Lord will be saved.”