Life is filled with ups and downs, and every couple is bound to face challenging moments. During these difficult times, the guidance and wisdom found in the Bible can be a source of strength, comfort, and inspiration.
Couples often find solace in the timeless verses that speak to the resilience of love, the importance of unity, and the power of faith.
In this exploration of Bible Verses for Couples in Tough Times, we will delve into a selection of scriptures that offer guidance, encouragement and hope for couples navigating the storms of life together.
65 Bible Verses For Couples In Tough Times
1. Isaiah 41:10
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
2. Psalm 34:17-18
“The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
3. Romans 8:28
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
4. 2 Corinthians 12:9-10
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore, I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.”
5. Psalm 55:22
“Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.”
6. Psalm 42:11
“Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.”
7. 1 Peter 5:7
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
8. John 16:33
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
9. Psalm 138:3
“When I called, you answered me; you greatly emboldened me.”
10. Joshua 1:9
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”
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11. Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
12. Psalm 62:5
“Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him.”
13. Lamentations 3:21-23
“Yet this I call to mind, and therefore I have hope: Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
14. Hebrews 11:1
“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”
15. 1 Corinthians 13:13
“And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love.”
16. Psalm 42:5
“Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.”
17. Proverbs 24:14
“Know also that wisdom is like honey for you: If you find it, there is a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off.”
18. Isaiah 40:31
“But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
19. Psalm 33:22
“May your unfailing love be with us, LORD, even as we put our hope in you.”
20. Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
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21. 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.”
22. Ephesians 4:2
“Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.”
23. Colossians 3:14
“And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.”
24. Romans 12:10
“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”
25. 1 John 4:19
“We love because he first loved us.”
26. Song of Solomon 8:7
“Many waters cannot quench love; rivers cannot sweep it away. If one were to give all the wealth of one’s house for love, it would be utterly scorned.”
27. 1 Peter 4:8
“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.”
28. Proverbs 17:17
“A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.”
29. 1 Corinthians 16:14
“Do everything in love.”
30. Romans 8:38-39
“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
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31. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
“Two are better than one because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.”
32. Proverbs 31:10-11
“A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies. Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value.”
33. Genesis 2:24
“That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh.”
34. Philippians 2:2
“Then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind.”
35. Mark 10:9
“Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.”
36. Colossians 3:23-24
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.”
37. Ephesians 5:21
“Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.”
38. 1 Peter 3:7
“Husbands, in the same way, be considerate as you live with your wives and treat them with respect as the weaker partner and as heirs with you of the gracious gift of life, so that nothing will hinder your prayers.”
39. Hebrews 10:24-25
“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.”
40. Galatians 6:2
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
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41. Proverbs 24:3
“By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding, it is established.”
42. Ephesians 4:32
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”
43. James 1:19
“My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry.”
44. 1 Corinthians 10:13
“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.”
45. 1 Corinthians 16:14
“Do everything in love.”
46. 1 Peter 4:8
“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.”
47. Colossians 3:13
“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”
48. Romans 12:18
“If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.”
49. 1 Corinthians 13:7
“It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.”
50. Matthew 19:6
“So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore, what God has joined together, let no one separate.”
Strengthening Your Bond
51. Ecclesiastes 4:12
“Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.”
52. 1 Peter 3:1-2
“Wives, in the same way, submit yourselves to your own husbands so that, if any of them do not believe the word, they may be won over without words by the behavior of their wives, when they see the purity and reverence of your lives.”
53. Ephesians 5:
“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.”
54. Colossians 3:14
“And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.”
55. 1 Corinthians 1:10
“I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another in what you say and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly united in mind and thought.”
56. Proverbs 31:10
“A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.”
57. Mark 10:9
“Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.”
58. 1 Corinthians 13:13
“And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love.”
59. Romans 15:5
“May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had.”
60. Proverbs 18:22
“He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the LORD.”
Conclusion
In the journey of life, couples are not exempt from facing adversity, but they are not alone in their struggles. The Bible provides a wellspring of wisdom and encouragement for those facing tough times.
By turning to these timeless words of faith and guidance, couples can weather the storms together, emerging even stronger, more bonded, and with a deeper appreciation for the power of love, faith, and the enduring wisdom found within the pages of the Bible.
