Bible Verses About Courage

Bible verses about courage, boldness, and overcoming fear through faith in God.

King James Version
9Have 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.
Joshua 1:9
6Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.
Deuteronomy 31:6
10Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Isaiah 41:10
1The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
Psalms 27:1
7For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
2 Timothy 1:7
13Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.
1 Corinthians 16:13
24Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD.
Psalms 31:24
1The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.
Proverbs 28:1
8And the LORD, he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.
Deuteronomy 31:8
1But now thus saith the LORD that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine.
Isaiah 43:1
3What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee.
Psalms 56:3
13I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Philippians 4:13

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about courage?

God repeatedly tells His people to 'be strong and of a good courage' (Joshua 1:9). Biblical courage is not the absence of fear but confidence in God's presence. 2 Timothy 1:7 says God gives a spirit of power, not fear.

Where does courage come from according to Scripture?

Courage comes from knowing God is with us (Deuteronomy 31:6), trusting His power (Isaiah 41:10), and knowing He is our light and salvation (Psalm 27:1). It is faith applied to fearful situations.

Who are examples of courage in the Bible?

David faced Goliath trusting God's deliverance (1 Samuel 17). Esther risked her life to save her people (Esther 4:16). Daniel faced the lion's den rather than stop praying (Daniel 6). The apostles preached boldly despite threats (Acts 4:29-31). Each demonstrated courage not from self-confidence but from confidence in God.