“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 Worthy Enough
Genesis 1:26 – We are created in God’s image, which signifies our worthiness.
“Then God said, ‘Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness…'” – Genesis 1:26
Psalm 139:14 – Our worth is intrinsic, crafted beautifully by God.
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” – Psalm 139:14
Ephesians 2:10 – We are God’s handiwork, made for good works.
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” – Ephesians 2:10
Romans 8:37 – We are more than conquerors through Christ.
“No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.” – Romans 8:37
2 Corinthians 5:17 – Being in Christ makes us a new creation.
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” – 2 Corinthians 5:17
Galatians 3:26 – We are all children of God through faith.
“So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith.” – Galatians 3:26
1 Peter 2:9 – We are chosen and set apart by God.
“But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession…” – 1 Peter 2:9
Ephesians 1:4-5 – God chose us before the creation of the world.
“For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight.” – Ephesians 1:4-5
Colossians 3:12 – We are holy and dearly loved; therefore, we should act accordingly.
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” – Colossians 3:12
Philippians 4:13 – We can do all things through Christ.
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” – Philippians 4:13
Matthew 10:31 – We are worth more than many sparrows.
“So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” – Matthew 10:31
John 3:16 – God loves us enough to give His Son for us.
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” – John 3:16
Hebrews 2:11 – Jesus is not ashamed to call us brothers or sisters.
“Both the one who makes people holy and those who are made holy are of the same family. So Jesus is not ashamed to call them brothers and sisters.” – Hebrews 2:11
Isaiah 43:4 – We are precious and honored in God’s sight.
“Since you are precious and honored in my sight, and because I love you…” – Isaiah 43:4
Luke 12:6-7 – God knows every detail about us; we are valuable to Him.
“Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” – Luke 12:6-7
Revelation 3:21 – The promise of sharing in Jesus’ authority should encourage us.
“To the one who is victorious, I will give the right to sit with me on my throne…” – Revelation 3:21
John 15:15 – We are viewed as friends rather than servants.
“I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends…” – John 15:15
Matthew 5:14 – We are called to be the light of the world.
“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.” – Matthew 5:14
Romans 12:1 – We are called to offer our bodies as living sacrifices.
“Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice…” – Romans 12:1
James 1:12 – Enduring trials makes us worthy of the crown of life.
“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
Philippians 1:6 – God will complete the good work He began in us.
“Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 1:6
Isaiah 60:1 – We are commanded to rise and shine; our light has come.
“Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you.” – Isaiah 60:1
1 John 3:1 – We are called children of God, demonstrating our worth.
“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God!” – 1 John 3:1
2 Timothy 1:7 – We are given a spirit of power, love, and self-discipline.
“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.” – 2 Timothy 1:7
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 – Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit.
“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price.” – 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
Psalm 8:5 – We were made just a little lower than the angels.
“You have made them a little lower than the angels and crowned them with glory and honor.” – Psalm 8:5
Romans 12:2 – We shouldn’t conform but transform through God.
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind…” – Romans 12:2
Isaiah 55:8-9 – God’s thoughts and ways are higher than ours.
“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the LORD. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways…” – Isaiah 55:8-9
2 Thessalonians 1:11 – We pray for worthiness of God’s calling.
“With this in mind, we constantly pray for you, that our God may make you worthy of his calling…” – 2 Thessalonians 1:11
2 Samuel 22:31 – We can trust in God’s faithfulness.
“As for God, his way is perfect: The Lord’s word is flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him.” – 2 Samuel 22:31
Final Thoughts
As we’ve seen from these verses, each one provides powerful insight into just how worthy we are in God’s eyes. It’s incredible to think that we’re created in His image, loved, and designed for a purpose. These reminders not only uplift us but also empower us to lead lives filled with confidence and purpose.
I encourage you to reflect on these verses frequently. They truly affirm our worth and significance. I, too, find comfort knowing that I am a child of God and that His plans for us are filled with hope.
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