“But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” – 2 Peter 3:18
Bible Verses About Growing In Faith
1. Hebrews 11:1 – Faith is the assurance of what we hope for, it gives us confidence in what we cannot see.
“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.” – Hebrews 11:1
2. Romans 10:17 – Our faith comes from hearing the word of God, leading us to strengthen our beliefs.
“Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ.” – Romans 10:17
3. James 1:3 – Tests and trials serve to strengthen our faith, building perseverance in us.
“Because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.” – James 1:3
4. Ephesians 2:8 – We are saved by grace through faith, which is a gift from God.
“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God.” – Ephesians 2:8
5. Galatians 5:6 – Our faith leads to love for others, demonstrating its true nature.
“For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision has any value. The only thing that counts is faith expressing itself through love.” – Galatians 5:6
6. 2 Corinthians 5:7 – Walking by faith means relying on what we believe rather than what we see.
“For we live by faith, not by sight.” – 2 Corinthians 5:7
7. Mark 11:22 – Having faith in God empowers us to overcome challenges and obstacles.
“Have faith in God,” Jesus answered.” – Mark 11:22
8. 1 Peter 1:7 – The faith we have is tested to prove its authenticity and value.
“These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith—of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed.” – 1 Peter 1:7
9. John 20:29 – Jesus teaches the blessing of believing without seeing.
“Then Jesus told him, ‘Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.'” – John 20:29
10. Colossians 2:7 – A strong faith is rooted and built up in Christ.
” rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.” – Colossians 2:7
11. Philippians 1:6 – God is faithful to complete the work He starts 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
12. Luke 17:5 – The disciples ask for increased faith, showing us the importance of growth.
“The apostles said to the Lord, ‘Increase our faith!'” – Luke 17:5
13. Romans 12:12 – We are encouraged to be joyful, patient, and faithful in prayer.
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” – Romans 12:12
14. 1 Timothy 6:12 – We are called to fight the good fight of faith.
“Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made the good confession in the presence of many witnesses.” – 1 Timothy 6:12
15. 2 Thessalonians 1:11 – Prayer leads us to fulfill God’s purpose and grow in faith.
“With this in mind, we constantly pray for you that our God may make you worthy of his calling, and that by his power he may bring to fruition your every desire for goodness and your every deed prompted by faith.” – 2 Thessalonians 1:11
16. Psalm 119:105 – God’s word guides us and strengthens our faith journey.
“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” – Psalm 119:105
17. Matthew 17:20 – Even a small amount of faith can work wonders.
“He replied, ‘Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, “Move from here to there,” and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.'” – Matthew 17:20
18. 1 John 5:4 – Our faith enables us to overcome the world.
“For everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith.” – 1 John 5:4
19. Isaiah 40:31 – Hope and faith in God renew our strength.
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint.” – Isaiah 40:31
20. 2 Timothy 1:7 – God gives us a spirit of power and faith.
“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
21. 1 Corinthians 16:13 – Stand strong in faith and be courageous.
“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.” – 1 Corinthians 16:13
22. Psalm 27:14 – We are encouraged to be strong and take heart, waiting for the Lord.
“Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.” – Psalm 27:14
23. Matthew 21:22 – Our faith in prayer can lead to miracles.
“If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.” – Matthew 21:22
24. Philippians 4:13 – Our faith empowers us to face all challenges.
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” – Philippians 4:13
25. Romans 1:17 – The righteous live by their faith, showing the path to true life.
“For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed—a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: ‘The righteous will live by faith.'” – Romans 1:17
26. Matthew 9:29 – Our faith can activate healing and miracles.
“Then he touched their eyes and said, ‘According to your faith let it be done to you.'” – Matthew 9:29
27. 1 John 4:18 – Love is perfect and casts out fear, reflecting our faith in God’s love.
“There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.” – 1 John 4:18
28. Nehemiah 8:10 – Joy in the Lord is our strength, illuminating our faith journey.
“Nehemiah said, ‘Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is sacred to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.'” – Nehemiah 8:10
29. 2 Chronicles 20:20 – Faith leads to prosperity and victory over obstacles.
“Early in the morning they left for the Desert of Tekoa. As they set out, Jehoshaphat stood and said, ‘Listen to me, Judah and people of Jerusalem! Have faith in the Lord your God and you will be upheld; have faith in his prophets and you will be successful.'” – 2 Chronicles 20:20
30. Galatians 2:20 – Our faith unites us with Christ in His crucifixion.
“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
31. Hebrews 12:2 – Keeping our eyes on Jesus strengthens our faith.
“Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” – Hebrews 12:2
32. Matthew 6:30 – Our faith reassures us of God’s provision in our lives.
“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
33. James 2:19 – Just believing is not enough; our faith must produce action.
“You believe that there is one God. Good! Even the demons believe that—and shudder.” – James 2:19
34. John 14:13 – Confidence in prayer reflects the depth of our faith.
“And I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son.” – John 14:13
35. 2 Timothy 2:13 – Our faith does not waver, as God remains faithful to us.
“If we are faithless, he remains faithful, for he cannot disown himself.” – 2 Timothy 2:13
36. Acts 16:5 – The church grows stronger in faith through encouragement and support.
“So the churches were strengthened in the faith and grew daily in numbers.” – Acts 16:5
37. Philippians 1:27 – We should conduct ourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel while standing firm in faith.
“Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit, striving together as one for the faith of the gospel.” – Philippians 1:27
38. 1 Thessalonians 3:2 – Supporting one another helps us grow in faith as a community.
“We sent Timothy, who is our brother and co-worker in spreading the gospel of Christ, to strengthen and encourage you in your faith.” – 1 Thessalonians 3:2
39. Romans 15:13 – Our faith produces hope and fills us with joy and peace.
“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
40. 2 Peter 1:5 – We are encouraged to add to our faith with virtue, knowledge, and love.
“For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge.” – 2 Peter 1:5
Final Thoughts
Growing in faith is an ongoing journey that can sometimes feel overwhelming, but we can find comfort in knowing that we are not alone. God encourages us to take this path step by step. Each of us is called to nurture our relationship with Him through prayer, studying scripture, and seeking community. As we do these things, we allow our faith to flourish, enabling us to face life’s challenges with confidence and joy.
We can trust that God has a purpose for each step we take. Our commitment to faith has the power to inspire others, leading them closer to Christ. So let’s continue to uplift each other in our journeys, reflecting God’s love through our actions. For more on faith and other related topics, feel free to check out Bible verses about leading others to Christ or Bible verses about encouraging yourself.
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