Letting go can be one of the most challenging yet liberating experiences in life. Whether it’s releasing past hurts, relinquishing control, or surrendering to God’s will, the Bible offers timeless guidance on the art of letting go. Join us as we explore verses that inspire courage, healing, and faith in the journey of letting go and embracing what lies ahead.
Bible Verses About Letting Go
Philippians 3:13-14 – We must let go of our past to reach for what lies ahead
“Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”
Isaiah 43:18-19 – God encourages us to let go of former things to see new possibilities
“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.”
1 Peter 5:7 – We can let go of our worries by placing them in God’s hands
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trusting God requires us to let go of our own understanding
“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.”
Matthew 11:28-30 – Finding rest in Christ means letting go of our burdens
“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.”
Hebrews 12:1 – To run the race of faith, we must let go of hindrances
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.”
Galatians 5:1 – Freedom in Christ means letting go of the yoke of bondage
“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.”
Psalm 55:22 – Casting our cares on the Lord helps us to let go of our burdens
“Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.”
Luke 9:62 – Following Jesus may require us to let go of our old life
“Jesus replied, ‘No one who puts a hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God.’”
Romans 12:2 – Renewal of the mind involves letting go of worldly standards
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”
Colossians 3:2 – Setting our minds on things above helps us to let go of earthly ties
“Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.”
Matthew 6:34 – Living in the present means letting go of tomorrow’s worries
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”
John 15:5 – Remaining in Christ means letting go of self-reliance
“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.”
2 Corinthians 5:17 – In Christ, we let go of the old self and embrace the new
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”
Psalms 37:5 – Trusting God requires us to let go of our own plans
“Commit your way to the LORD; trust in him and he will do this.”
James 1:22 – Applying God’s word means letting go of just hearing it
“Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.”
Mark 11:25 – Forgiving others requires us to let go of grievances
“And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive them, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.”
Psalm 37:8 – Letting go of anger is advised in pursuit of peace
“Refrain from anger and turn from wrath; do not fret—it leads only to evil.”
Matthew 5:44 – Love for our enemies calls us to let go of hatred
“But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.”
Hebrews 10:23 – Holding on to faith requires us to let go of doubt
“Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.”
Philippians 4:6-7 – Releasing anxiety opens the door to God’s peace
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Romans 8:28 – Trusting in God’s plan allows us to let go of our fears
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
Psalm 139:23-24 – Inviting God to reveal our hearts helps us let go of hidden burdens
“Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.”
2 Timothy 1:7 – Embracing God’s spirit helps us to let go of fear
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love and self-discipline.”
John 8:36 – True freedom comes when we let go of sin through Christ
“So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.”
Ezra 10:11 – Acknowledging our sins helps us let go of our past actions
“Now make confession to the LORD, the God of your ancestors and do his will. Separate yourselves from the peoples around you and from your foreign wives.”
Matthew 19:26 – With God, we can let go of what seems impossible
“Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.’”
Galatians 6:2 – Helping others carry their burdens requires us to let go of our own
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
Psalm 46:10 – Being still before God allows us to let go of chaos
“Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”
Ephesians 4:32 – Showing kindness and forgiveness helps us let go of bitterness
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”
Isaiah 41:10 – Facing fear requires letting go of our worries
“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.”
Romans 15:13 – Finding hope in God allows us to let go of despair
“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.”
Psalm 30:5 – Understanding that joy comes in the morning helps us let go of sadness
“For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.”
Matthew 7:7 – Seeking God leads us to let go of unanswered questions
“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.”
Ecclesiastes 3:6 – Recognizing there’s a time for everything helps us let go of missed opportunities
“A time to search and a time to give up, a time to keep and a time to throw away.”
John 14:27 – The peace Jesus offers helps us to let go of troubled hearts
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”