“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.” – Jeremiah 29:11
Bible Verses About Being Single And Lonely
1. Genesis 2:18 – God created us not to be alone.
“The Lord God said, ‘It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.'” – Genesis 2:18
2. Psalm 68:6 – God gives a home to the lonely.
“God sets the lonely in families, he leads out the prisoners with singing; but the rebellious live in a sun-scorched land.” – Psalm 68:6
3. Isaiah 41:10 – God’s presence conquers loneliness.
“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.” – Isaiah 41:10
4. Matthew 28:20 – God is always with us.
“And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” – Matthew 28:20
5. 1 Peter 5:7 – Cast your cares to God.
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” – 1 Peter 5:7
6. Psalm 34:18 – God is close to the brokenhearted.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18
7. Exodus 33:14 – God’s reassurance.
“The Lord replied, ‘My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.'” – Exodus 33:14
8. Psalm 147:3 – Healing for the brokenhearted.
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” – Psalm 147:3
9. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 – Comfort in all our troubles.
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles.” – 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
10. John 14:18 – God will not leave us.
“I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.” – John 14:18
11. James 1:12 – Perseverance in loneliness leads to blessings.
“Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.” – James 1:12
12. Philippians 4:13 – Strength in Christ.
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” – Philippians 4:13
13. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 – Companionship helps in struggles.
“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.” – Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
14. Romans 15:5-6 – United in purpose.
“May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had.” – Romans 15:5-6
15. Psalm 25:16 – Turn to God in loneliness.
“Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted.” – Psalm 25:16
16. John 16:33 – Peace in troubles.
“In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” – John 16:33
17. Romans 8:31 – God is on our side.
“What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?” – Romans 8:31
18. Jeremiah 29:12-14 – God listens to us.
“Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you.” – Jeremiah 29:12-14
19. Psalm 46:1 – God is our refuge.
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” – Psalm 46:1
20. 2 Timothy 1:7 – Spirit of power, love, and self-discipline.
“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” – 2 Timothy 1:7
21. Proverbs 18:24 – A true friend.
“One who has unreliable friends soon comes to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” – Proverbs 18:24
22. Psalm 139:14 – Fearfully and wonderfully made.
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” – Psalm 139:14
23. 1 Corinthians 7:32 – Focus on the Lord.
“I would like you to be free from concern. An unmarried man is concerned about the Lord’s affairs—how he can please the Lord.” – 1 Corinthians 7:32
24. Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trust in the Lord.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” – Proverbs 3:5-6
25. Hebrews 13:5 – God will never leave you.
“So we say with confidence, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?'” – Hebrews 13:5
26. Psalm 139:17-18 – God thinks of us.
“How precious to me are your thoughts, God! How vast is the sum of them! Were I to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand.” – Psalm 139:17-18
27. Lamentations 3:22-23 – God’s faithfulness.
“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.” – Lamentations 3:22-23
28. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 – Encourage and build each other up.
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:11
29. Colossians 3:12-14 – Virtues to uphold!
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” – Colossians 3:12-14
30. Philippians 4:6-7 – Peace of God.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” – Philippians 4:6-7
31. Psalm 119:76 – Sustained in affliction.
“May your unfailing love be my comfort, according to your promise to your servant.” – Psalm 119:76
32. Romans 12:12 – Be joyful in hope.
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” – Romans 12:12
33. Matthew 11:28 – Rest for the weary.
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28
34. 1 John 4:19 – Love God because he loves us.
“We love because he first loved us.” – 1 John 4:19
35. Galatians 6:2 – Carry each other’s burdens.
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” – Galatians 6:2
36. Acts 2:46-47 – Sharing life together.
“Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts.” – Acts 2:46-47
37. 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17 – God’s love and comfort.
“May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and by his grace gave us eternal encouragement and good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good deed and word.” – 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17
38. Psalm 73:26 – God is our strength.
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” – Psalm 73:26
39. Proverbs 12:25 – Kind words lift spirits.
“Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.” – Proverbs 12:25
40. Romans 15:13 – Hope and joy in the Holy Spirit.
“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.” – Romans 15:13
Final Thoughts
Feeling single and lonely can be tough, but we have so many promises in the Bible that remind us we are never truly alone. God is always with us, ready to comfort and guide us through tough times. It’s crucial for us to reach out, whether to friends or family, or to find peace in God’s word through prayer.
As we wait for the right person to come into our lives, let’s hold onto hope and embrace our journey. We can grow stronger in our faith and learn more about ourselves during this time. Remember to share this experience and seek support; you’re not alone in this.
For more uplifting messages, feel free to check out Explaining The Bible. You can also explore prayers for loneliness or read about Jesus’ sacrifice and how it uplifts us even in our loneliness.