At times, we all struggle with feelings of unworthiness, but the Bible reminds us of our true value in God’s eyes. These verses speak to the love and acceptance God extends to us, even when we feel inadequate. Let’s look at what Scripture says about finding our worth in God and embracing His grace.
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Bible Verses About Feeling Unworthy
Isaiah 41:10 – God assures us of His unwavering support in times of doubt
“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
Romans 3:23 – Everyone has fallen short, yet His grace abounds
“For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” – Romans 3:23
Ephesians 2:8-9 – Our salvation is a gift, reminding us of our unworthiness
“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast.” – Ephesians 2:8-9
2 Corinthians 5:17 – In Christ, we are made new despite our past
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” – 2 Corinthians 5:17
Psalms 139:14 – We are fearfully and wonderfully made, even when we feel unworthy
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” – Psalms 139:14
1 John 1:9 – Confession leads to forgiveness, offering us worth in Him
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” – 1 John 1:9
Hebrews 4:16 – We can approach God boldly, knowing we are accepted
“Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” – Hebrews 4:16
Psalms 34:18 – The Lord is close to those who feel broken and unworthy
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalms 34:18
Luke 18:10-14 – Humility before God is valued over self-righteousness
“Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee stood by himself and prayed: ‘God, I thank you that I am not like other people—robbers, evildoers, adulterers—or even like this tax collector. I fast twice a week and give a tenth of all I get.’ But the tax collector stood at a distance. He would not even look up to heaven, but beat his breast and said, ‘God, have mercy on me, a sinner.’” – Luke 18:10-14
Matthew 11:28-30 – Jesus invites the weary and unworthy to find rest
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” – Matthew 11:28-30
Philippians 4:13 – Our strength comes from Christ, not our own worth
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” – Philippians 4:13
Galatians 2:20 – Our identity is in Christ, despite our feelings of unworthiness
“I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” – Galatians 2:20
Romans 5:8 – God’s love proves our worth beyond our feelings
“But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” – Romans 5:8
John 1:12 – We are given the right to be called children of God
“Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.” – John 1:12
1 Peter 2:9 – We are a royal priesthood, chosen despite our past
“But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.” – 1 Peter 2:9
Isaiah 53:5 – We are healed and made worthy through His sacrifice
“But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.” – Isaiah 53:5
Revelation 3:20 – Christ desires to have a personal relationship with us
“Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.” – Revelation 3:20
James 4:10 – Humbling ourselves is the pathway to His grace
“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” – James 4:10
Psalms 103:12 – God’s mercy erases our feelings of unworthiness
“As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.” – Psalms 103:12
Colossians 3:3 – Our life is hidden with Christ, giving us value
“For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God.” – Colossians 3:3
Matthew 10:31 – We are worth more than many sparrows to God
“So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” – Matthew 10:31
John 3:16 – God’s love for us is the ultimate proof of our worthiness
“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
Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trusting in God leads to a sense of worth and direction
“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
Matthew 6:30 – If God provides for His creation, He will provide for us
“If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you—you of little faith?” – Matthew 6:30
2 Timothy 1:7 – We have not been given a spirit of fear but of power
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” – 2 Timothy 1:7
Philippians 1:6 – God’s work in us signifies our true worth and purpose
“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
Psalms 46:1 – God is our refuge and strength when we feel unworthy
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” – Psalms 46:1
1 Corinthians 15:10 – Our worth is shaped by the grace of God
“But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace to me was not without effect. No, I worked harder than all of them—yet not I, but the grace of God that was with me.” – 1 Corinthians 15:10
John 15:16 – We are chosen and appointed by Christ, affirming our worth
“You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you.” – John 15:16
Isaiah 54:10 – His unfailing love affirms our worth even in turmoil
“Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken, nor my covenant of peace be removed,” says the Lord, who has compassion on you.” – Isaiah 54:10