Random Bible Verse List for Daily Prayer, Hope and Faith
Welcome friend, we encourage you to read a random bible verse everyday. It can provide great comfort and guidance in times of need. Here is a random list of some of our favorite Bible verses.
Psalms 23:4 New King James Version
Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff comfort me.
Explanation
Christians who worship God enjoy His protection. Even when they go through difficult times, they should not fear because God is with them. It is a verse that encourages any Christian going through challenges in life.
Matthew 17:20 New King James Version
And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place, and it shall remove, and nothing shall be impossible unto you.
Explanation
In Christian life, Faith is very important. Jesus explains well that you can accomplish great things, like the mustard seed, even with little faith. You do not need to have big faith; you can move mountains with just a little faith.
Exodus 14:14 New King James Version
The Lord shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.
Explanation
God fought for the Israelites because he loved them. He brought His chosen people out of Egypt miraculously. And with us Christians, God will always fight for us because He loves us. Since he sent His Son Jesus Christ to die for our sins, God will do anything to save us and not condemn us.
Isaiah 43:2 New King James Version
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; And through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through fire, you shall not burn, Nor shall the flame scorch you.
Explanation
Christians face a lot of trials that bring fear and misery. Sometimes, you can go through many challenges where you may feel you will not come out alive. Fortunately, the verse encourages you that no matter what you encounter, be it fire or water, and nothing will overcome you because God is with you.
Matthew 19:26 New King James Version
But Jesus looked at them and said to them, “With men this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”
Explanation
You may look at a situation and feel there is no way out or no one can help you overcome it. It is because some things are impossible for men. But with God, all things are possible. All you need is faith in God, who will help you in any situation.
Romans 12:12 New King James Version
Rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer;
Explanation
This verse shows you how you need to respond in different situations. Your heart should rejoice in joy because there is hope in Jesus, and when you are facing troubles, you should not give up. Then continue praying because God answers prayers.
John 3:16 New King James Version
For God so loved the world that He gave His only-begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
Explanation
Since God is love, He wants Christians to believe and love Him. Hence, He gave his only son to die on the cross as a sacrifice for our sins. Therefore, anyone who believes in Him (Jesus Christ) should not die to have everlasting life.
Hebrews 11:1 New King James Version
Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Explanation
Faith is the currency of God. Therefore, the verse tells us that even if you cannot see a thing, you should have faith in Jesus Christ, knowing that things you hope for will happen.
Mark 11:25 New King James Version
And whenever you stand praying, if you have anything against anyone, forgive him that your Father in heaven may also forgive you your trespasses.
Explanation
Our God is a merciful God who forgives sins. However, He urges us that before we pray, we need to forgive those who have wronged us so that your Father in heaven can forgive us. If you do not forgive others, do not expect God to forgive you, even if he is a God full of mercy.
1 Corinthians 10:13 New King James Version
No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may bear it.
Explanation
The bible tells us we will go through various temptations. However, God will not allow the temptation to overtake you. You will not face a temptation that you cannot endure. He will provide an escape route. So, you need to trust God even when you are tempted.
1 John 1:9 New King James Version
If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Explanation
God is faithful and full of mercy. However, He asks so to confess our sins, and if we confess, He will forgive us. No matter how small or big you see your sins, it is important to confess so that you can be forgiven and be cleansed from the unrighteousness.
Matthew 6:24 New King James Version
No one can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or else he will be loyal to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon.
Explanation
The verse states that it is impossible to serve two masters. This means you cannot serve God and serve Satan. You need to decide which side you want to serve. This is because if you are on both sides, you will hate one and love the other more. If you are in worldly things, you will forget about God.
Hebrews 11:6 New King James Version
But without faith, it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is and that He is a rewarder of those who research Him.
Explanation
Without faith, you cannot please God. Hence, if you want to make God happy and receive things you pray for, you need to have faith in God. When you go to God through prayers, you must believe and know he rewards those who seek Him.
1 Timothy 6:17 New King James Version
Command those who are rich in this present age not to be haughty, nor to trust in uncertain riches but in the living God, who give us richly all things to enjoy.
Explanation
Since nothing is impossible with God, He can change the minds of those who trust in worldly things to believe in Him. Happily, God gives all things richly to those who believe in Him.
Isaiah 40:31 New King James Version
But those who wait on the Lord Shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.
Explanation
Waiting upon the Lord has many benefits. First, you will renew your strength and be like an eagle. You will run, not get tired, and walk and never faint. Hence, it is beneficial to trust and believe in the Lord.
Matthew 24:35 New King James Version
Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will not pass away.
Explanation
All the things you see will pass or have an end, but the word of God, which was there in the beginning, will remain. Hence, it is good to trust the Lord’s word, since it is the beginning and the end.
2 Corinthians 8:12 New King James Version
For if there is first a willing mind, we accept it according to what one has, and not according to what he does not have.
Explanation
According to the bible, people should give willingly and not be forced to give towards the work of God. Hence, the gift will be accepted according to what you have and not according to what you do not have.
1 Corinthians 1:18 New King James Version
For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved, it is the power of God.
Explanation
According to this verse, the message about Christ is foolishness to people who are perishing. It does not please those headed to destruction with the message of salvation. But for those who are saved, it is the power of God.
2 Corinthians 9:7 New King James Version
So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity, for God loves a cheerful giver.
Explanation
When giving towards the work of God, give as you have decided in your mind. This is because God loves a cheerful giver. Hence, you should be happy when giving to God, knowing He loves people who give willingly.
Ephesians 6:4 New King James Version
And you, fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath, but bring them up in the training and admonition of the Lord.
Explanation
When raising your children, we urge parents to raise them well. Do not bring or provoke them to anger or mistreat them. Instead, teach them about God and give them instructions that come from God.
2 Corinthians 12:9 New King James Version
And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore, most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
Explanation
God is telling every Christian that all you need is His grace. No matter what you are going through, the grace of God is enough for you. Even when you are weak, God-power will give you strength.
2 Chronicles 15:2 New King James Version
And he went out to meet Asa and said to him: “Hear me, Asa, and all Judah and Benjamin. The Lord is with you while you are with Him. If you seek Him, you will find him; but if you forsake Him, He will forsake you.
Explanation
For you to be a true Christian, you need to seek God. Pray, read the bible, and serve God fully. This is because the Lord says He is with you if you are with Him. For those who seek Him, we will find him. But if you forsake Him, He will forsake you, too.
1 John 1:7 New King James Version
But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ, His Son, cleanses us from all sin.
Explanation
Jesus is the light of the world. If you walk with Him, you will realize. But if you do not walk with Him, you will live in darkness. Also, walking with Him means His blood cleanses you from all sins.
Jeremiah 17:7 New King James Version
Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, and whose hope is the Lord.
Explanation
Blessed are people who trust and have faith in the Lord. Our good Lord is faithful, and He blesses those who wait upon Him. Therefore, put your trust in Him and always hope in the Lord.
Romans 7:7 New King James Version
What shall we say then? Is the law sin? Certainly not! I would not have known sin except through the law. For I would not have known covetousness unless the law had said, “You shall not covet.”
Explanation
The word of the Lord shows us direction. It helps us know more about what to do and what is a sin in God’s eyes. You may not know what sin is unless God’s word tells you.
2 Thessalonians 1:3 New King James Version
We are bound to thank God always for you, brethren, as it is fitting, because your faith grows exceedingly, and the love of every one of you all abounds toward each other.
Explanation
We should always thank God for our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ. Also, we need to love each other as God teaches us.
Proverbs 13:20 New King James Version
He who walks with wise men will be wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed.
Explanation
When you walk or associate yourself with wise people, you will learn more and become wise. However, if you only walk or associate yourself with fools, you will die or get destroyed.
John1:12 New King James Version
But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name:
Explanation
God sent Jesus Christ to die for our sins. But to see the kingdom of God, you need to be born again. Being born again is receiving salvation, and you get the right to become a son of God.
Psalms 18:6 New King James Version
In my distress, I called upon the Lord and cried out to my God; He heard my voice from His temple, and my cry came before Him, even to His ears.
Explanation
David said when he was in distress, he cried to God and heard his cry. Hence, if you believe in God, cry to Him when you are in pain, and He will hear your cry. He is a God who hears and answers prayers.
Proverbs 21:3 New King James Version
To do righteousness and justice is more acceptable to the Lord than to sacrifice.
Explanation
Doing the right thing is very important to God. According to His word, it is better to do right than to offer Him a sacrifice when you are doing the wrong things. Also, do not become a sinner and offer sacrifices to God, thinking you will become righteous. You cannot bribe God.
Daniel 4:37 New King James Version
Now I, Nebuchadnezzar, praise and extol and honor the King of heaven, all of whose works are truth, and His ways of justice. And those who walk in pride He can put down.
Explanation
Even the kings can recognize that God is true and just. Nebuchadnezzar was a great king, and because of the miracles of God, he could clearly say that God is true and brings the proud down.
Psalm 27:14 New King James Version
Wait on the Lord; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart;
Wait, I say, on the Lord!
Explanation
It is so good to wait upon the Lord. God will never fail you because He is faithful. Those who wait upon the Lord, He strengthens their heart. Hence, the word of God says you should wait upon the Lord.
Psalm 19:8 New King James Version
The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing in the heart; The commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes;
Explanation
Following the commands of the Lord brings joy to your heart. When you do what is right, God is pleased with you and gives you the wisdom to live well. But when you walk in the ways of the wicked, your life is destroyed.
Nehemiah 9:31 New King James Version
In Your great mercy, you did not utterly consume them nor forsake them; for you are God, gracious and merciful.
Explanation
God is a merciful God. Even when we are out of God’s way, He does not abandon us or put us to an end. However, He is still gracious to us and gives us His mercy.
James 1:27 New King James Version
Pure and undefiled religion before God and the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their trouble and to keep oneself unspotted from the world.
Explanation
God loves people who treat windows and orphans well, especially in trouble. Also, he loves those who keep themselves from the world. This is the pure and undefiled religion before God.
1 John 3:18 New King James Version
My little children let us not love in word or in tongue, but indeed.
Explanation
With loving one another, the bible is very clear. We should not love in words only but truth. Hence, mean what you say and do what you say.
Psalm 119:9 New King James Version
How can a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed according to Your word.
Explanation
If you want to live a good life or cleanse your ways, the only option is to live according to the word of God. The bible has all you need to make every stage of your life successful.
Revelation 20:6 New King James Version
Blessed and holy is he who has a part in the first resurrection. Over such the second death has no power, but they shall be priests of God and of Christ and shall reign with Him a thousand years.
Explanation
Blessed and holy people are those who have known Christ and follow this path. I have resurrected them in the first resurrection; thus, the second death has no power over them.
2 Timothy 2:15 New King James Version
Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
Explanation
When you present yourself to God, do all your best to be approved by God. Do not be ashamed to do the work of God and give it all when working for Him. He is good, and He rewards those who serve Him.
3 John 1:2 New King James Version
Beloved, I pray you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.
Explanation
This is a prayer to all Christians that they may prosper in health and as the soul prospers. It teaches us we should continue praying for each other to have good health and succeed in life.
John 6:35 New King James Version
And Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life. He who comes to Me shall never hunger, and he who believes in Me shall never thirst.
Explanation
The bible is very clear that Jesus is the bread of life. Therefore, when you go to Him or get saved, you will never be hungry anymore. Also, if you continue believing in Him, you will never be thirsty.
1 John 4:18 New King James Version
There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear because fear involves torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect in love.
Explanation
Jesus Christ is love, and whoever believes in Him should not have any fear. This is because there is no fear in love. Jesus’s love is perfect, and it has made everyone perfect through love.
Psalm 33:12 New King James Version
Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people He has chosen as His own inheritance.
Explanation
A country, family, and people are blessed when they choose God as their Lord. God is the world’s creator, and people succeed when they trust Him. A country that chooses God is blessed.
Matthew 26:4112 New King James Version
Watch and pray, lest you enter temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.
Explanation
Prayers are the food of a Christian’s soul. If you do not pray, you will fall into temptation. This is because the spirit is always willing to do the right thing, but the body is weak and can easily fall into temptations.
Psalm 121:1 New King James Version
I will lift my eyes to the hills— whence comes my help?
Explanation
Where does your help come from? The verse tells us we should lift our eyes to the Lord where our helps come from. When you lift your eyes to the Lord or pray, God is faithful and will answer your prayers.
Matthew 19:14 New King James Version
But Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of heaven.”
Explanation
Jesus loved children. And when the disciples tried to stop the children from going to Christ, He said the children should go to Him. Also, he emphasized that people who are like kids will inherit the kingdom of God. They are innocent and slow to anger.
Romans 15:7 New King James Version
Therefore, receive one another, just as Christ also received us, to the glory of God.
Explanation
The bible tells us we should love and accept each other as Jesus accepted us. He looked little into our sins or past and accepted us the way we are.
Psalm 111:10 New King James Version
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; a good understanding has all those who do His commandments. His praise endures forever.
Explanation
No matter how educated you are or how many educational degrees you have, the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. If you love God and do His commandments, you will have wisdom.
Jeremiah 29:11 New King James Version
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Explanation
God has good plans for you and me. Happily, the plans are not to destroy us but to give us a future and hope. Hence, you can trust the Lord because He has good plans for you.
Jeremiah 29:13 New King James Version
And you will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.
Explanation
Our Lord is a good God. And when you seek Him, you will find Him. This is because He is ready to listen to anyone. All you need is to search for Him with all your heart.
1 Corinthians 9:25 New King James Version
And everyone who competes for the prize is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a perishable crown, but we for an imperishable crown.
Explanation
When you are in any competition, you compete for a prize. However, that prize is a worldly thing that can perish. However, when you do the work of the Lord, you will receive a prize that cannot be destroyed.
Psalm 19:14 New King James Version
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, my strength and my Redeemer.
Explanation
This is a prayer to God. That the words of our mouth and the meditation of our heart will please Him, and He shall remain our strength and be our redeemer.
Matthew 6:7 New King James Version
And when you pray, do not use vain repetitions as the heathen does. For they think we will hear them for their many words.
Explanation
Prayer is talking to God. Therefore, when you pray, you should be sincere because God will not answer your requests based on the many words you make.
Psalm 25:5 New King James Version
Lead me in your truth and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation; On You, I wait all the day.
Explanation
This is another great prayer every Christian should make. God should lead you in His truth and teach you more about Him. He is a God of salvation; when He leads you, God will save you.
1 John 2:23 New King James Version
Whoever denies the Son does not have the Father, either; he who acknowledges the Son has the Father as well.
Explanation
To be a Christian, you need to acknowledge that Christ is the world’s Lord and savior. When you accept Christ, you accept the Father as well. But if you deny Christ, you also deny the Father.
Titus 3:5 New King James Version
Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved us, through the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit,
Explanation
Jesus has saved us not because of our good deeds, but because of His mercy. He is full of mercy and love; anyone who goes to Him will be saved.