“For God does speak—now one way, now another—though no one perceives it.” – Job 33:14
Bible Verses About Dreams
Genesis 37:5 – Joseph had a dream that foreshadowed his future.
“Joseph had a dream, and when he told it to his brothers, they hated him all the more.” – Genesis 37:5
Daniel 2:19 – God reveals mysteries in dreams.
“During the night the mystery was revealed to Daniel in a vision. Then Daniel praised the God of heaven.” – Daniel 2:19
Matthew 1:20 – An angel speaks to Joseph in a dream.
“But after he had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, ‘Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife…'” – Matthew 1:20
Job 33:15 – God can communicate through dreams.
“In a dream, in a vision of the night, when deep sleep falls on people as they slumber in their beds…” – Job 33:15
Acts 2:17 – Dreams foretelling future events.
“‘In the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams.'” – Acts 2:17
Joel 2:28 – God’s spirit inspires dreams.
“And afterward, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams…” – Joel 2:28
Genesis 31:10 – Jacob’s dream about the spotted sheep.
“In breeding season I once had a dream in which I looked up and saw that the male goats mating with the flock were streaked, speckled, or spotted.” – Genesis 31:10
Genesis 40:16 – The cupbearer’s dream interpreted.
“When the chief cupbearer saw that Joseph had interpreted favorably, he told Joseph his dream.” – Genesis 40:16
Numbers 12:6 – God speaks through dreams and visions.
“He said, ‘Listen to my words: When there is a prophet among you, I, the Lord, reveal myself to them in visions, I speak to them in dreams.'” – Numbers 12:6
Matthew 2:12 – Warning given in a dream.
“And having been warned in a dream not to go back to Herod, they returned to their own country by another route.” – Matthew 2:12
Luke 2:19 – Mary’s reflection on her dreams.
“But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.” – Luke 2:19
1 Kings 3:5 – Solomon receives wisdom through a dream.
“At Gibeon the Lord appeared to Solomon during the night in a dream, and God said, ‘Ask for whatever you want me to give you.'” – 1 Kings 3:5
Daniel 7:1 – Daniel’s dream of beasts.
“In the first year of Belshazzar king of Babylon, Daniel had a dream, and visions passed through his mind as he was lying in bed.” – Daniel 7:1
John 10:27 – God leads us, even in dreams.
“My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.” – John 10:27
1 Corinthians 14:26 – Sharing revelations, including dreams.
“What then shall we say, brothers and sisters? When you come together, each of you has a hymn, or a word of instruction, a revelation, a tongue or an interpretation.” – 1 Corinthians 14:26
Isaiah 29:8 – Dreams that symbolize our seeking of God.
“As when a hungry person dreams of eating, but awakens hungry still; as when a thirsty person dreams of drinking, but awakens faint and thirsty still.” – Isaiah 29:8
James 1:5 – Asking God gives us wisdom, even in dreams.
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” – James 1:5
1 Peter 5:8 – Be alert and sober-minded; dreams can be deceiving.
“Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.” – 1 Peter 5:8
Matthew 17:9 – Instruction from a dream about Jesus.
“As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus instructed them, ‘Don’t tell anyone what you have seen, until the Son of Man has been raised from the dead.'” – Matthew 17:9
Dreams as a God-given gift – God’s inspiration in our lives.
“‘You will have the ability to see visions and dream dreams as you grow closer to Me.'” – Anonymous / implied from Revelation
Luke 10:20 – Rejoicing in our names written in heaven.
“However, do not rejoice that the spirits submit to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven.” – Luke 10:20
Matthew 4:24 – Healing as a part of our dreams.
“News about him spread all over Syria, and people brought to him all who were ill with various diseases…” – Matthew 4:24
Ecclesiastes 5:7 – Dreams can inspire action.
“Much dreaming and many words are meaningless. Therefore, fear God.” – Ecclesiastes 5:7
Proverbs 19:21 – Dreams and plans within God’s will.
“Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.” – Proverbs 19:21
Final Thoughts
When we explore Bible verses about dreams, it’s incredible to see how God communicates with us. Dreams can serve as visions, warnings, or sources of wisdom, letting us know that God has a message for us. I’ve learned that being open to these dreams can lead us to deeper understanding and purpose in our lives.
Furthermore, dreams often encourage faith, reminding us to trust in God’s plans. As we grow in our spiritual journeys, we can lean on scriptures to help interpret and understand the dreams we have, reinforcing that the meaning can illuminate our paths.
If you’re interested in digging deeper into the scriptures, consider checking out more Bible topics that expand on living with purpose and strength, such as discipline and success.