The Bible encourages perseverance and faithfulness. These verses offer encouragement to keep going, even when we feel like quitting.
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Bible Verses About Quitting
1 Corinthians 9:24-27 – We must run the race of faith with endurance, not quitting
“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever. Therefore I do not run like someone running aimlessly; I do not fight like a boxer beating the air. No, I strike a blow to my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize.” – 1 Corinthians 9:24-27
Galatians 6:9 – We must not quit in doing good, for we will reap a harvest if we do not give up
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9
2 Thessalonians 3:13 – We must not grow weary in doing what is right
“And as for you, brothers and sisters, never tire of doing what is good.” – 2 Thessalonians 3:13
Philippians 3:14 – We must press on toward the goal and not give up
“I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 3:14
Hebrews 12:1-3 – We must run with perseverance the race marked out for us
“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, 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. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.” – Hebrews 12:1-3
2 Timothy 4:7 – We must finish the race and not quit
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” – 2 Timothy 4:7
Proverbs 24:16 – Though the righteous person falls seven times, they rise again and do not quit
“for though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again, but the wicked stumble when calamity strikes.” – Proverbs 24:16
Isaiah 40:31 – Those who wait on the Lord will renew their strength and not grow weary
“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
Matthew 10:22 – We must endure to the end and not quit
“You will be hated by everyone because of me, but the one who stands firm to the end will be saved.” – Matthew 10:22
James 1:12 – The one who perseveres under trial will receive 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
Romans 12:12 – We must be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” – Romans 12:12
Psalm 55:22 – We must cast our burdens on the Lord and trust in Him, not quitting
“Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.” – Psalm 55:22
Jeremiah 29:11 – God has plans to prosper us, not to harm us, giving us a future and hope
“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
Luke 9:62 – No one who puts their hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God
“Jesus replied, “No one who puts a hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God.” – Luke 9:62
Psalm 37:5 – Commit your way to the Lord, trust in Him, and He will do it
“Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this:” – Psalm 37:5
Psalm 27:14 – We must wait for the Lord and be strong, not quitting
“Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.” – Psalm 27:14
Psalm 138:8 – The Lord will fulfill His purpose for us; His love endures forever
“The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me; your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever.” – Psalm 138:8
Ephesians 6:10 – We must be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power
“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.” – Ephesians 6:10
Isaiah 41:10 – God will strengthen and help us, and uphold us with His righteous right hand
“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
Psalm 121:2 – Our help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth
“My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.” – Psalm 121:2
1 Peter 5:7 – We must cast all our anxieties on God, for He cares for us
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” – 1 Peter 5:7
Psalm 34:17 – The Lord hears the cries of the righteous and delivers them from all their troubles
“The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles.” – Psalm 34:17
Psalm 55:16-17 – We must call upon the Lord and He will hear our voice
“As for me, I call to God, and the Lord saves me. Evening, morning and noon I cry out in distress, and he hears my voice.” – Psalm 55:16-17
John 16:33 – In this world, we will have trouble, but we must take heart, for Jesus has overcome the world
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” – John 16:33
Isaiah 43:2 – When we pass through deep waters, God will be with us; when we go through rivers, we will not be swept away
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.” – Isaiah 43:2
Psalm 46:1 – God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” – Psalm 46:1
Matthew 19:26 – With God, all things are possible
“Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” – Matthew 19:26
Psalm 9:9 – The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble
“The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.” – Psalm 9:9
Psalm 23:4 – Even though we walk through the darkest valley, we must fear no evil for God is with us
“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” – Psalm 23:4
Psalm 34:19 – The righteous may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers them from them all
“The righteous person may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all.” – Psalm 34:19
Psalm 62:8 – We must trust in God at all times, pouring out our hearts to Him, for He is our refuge
“Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.” – Psalm 62:8
1 Peter 4:19 – We must commit ourselves to God, the faithful Creator, while doing good
“So then, those who suffer according to God’s will should commit themselves to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.” – 1 Peter 4:19
1 Corinthians 15:58 – We must always give ourselves fully to the work of the Lord, knowing that our labor in the Lord is not in vain
“Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.” – 1 Corinthians 15:58
Proverbs 16:3 – We must commit our plans to the Lord, and He will establish them
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.” – Proverbs 16:3
Isaiah 40:30 – Even youths grow tired and weary, but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength
“Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; 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 40:30
Psalm 37:7 – We must be still before the Lord and wait patiently for Him, not giving up
“Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes.” – Psalm 37:7
1 Thessalonians 5:14 – We must encourage one another and build each other up
“And we urge you, brothers and sisters, warn those who are idle and disruptive, encourage the disheartened, help the weak, be patient with everyone.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:14
Isaiah 26:4 – We must trust in the Lord forever, for He is the everlasting rock
“Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord himself, is the Rock eternal.” – Isaiah 26:4
Ecclesiastes 9:10 – Whatever our hands find to do, we must do it with all our might
“Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for in the realm of the dead, where you are going, there is neither working nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom.” – Ecclesiastes 9:10
2 Chronicles 15:7 – We must be strong and not give up, for our work will be rewarded
“But as for you, be strong and do not give up, for your work will be rewarded.” – 2 Chronicles 15:7
Psalm 55:22 – Cast your burdens on the Lord, and He will sustain you
“Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.” – Psalm 55:22
Proverbs 3:5-6 – We must trust in the Lord with all our heart and lean not on 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.” – Proverbs 3:5-6
Colossians 3:23-24 – Whatever we do, we must work at it with all our heart, as working unto the Lord
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.” – Colossians 3:23-24
Joshua 1:9 – We must be strong and courageous, not afraid or discouraged, for the Lord our God is with us wherever we go
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” – Joshua 1:9
Psalm 119:105 – God’s word is a lamp for our feet and a light on our path
“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” – Psalm 119:105
Psalm 9:10 – Those who know God’s name trust in Him, for He does not forsake those who seek Him
“Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.” – Psalm 9:10
Psalm 62:5 – We must find rest in God alone, for our hope comes from Him
“Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him.” – Psalm 62:5
2 Samuel 22:33 – God is our strength and power, making our way perfect
“It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure.” – 2 Samuel 22:33
Psalm 27:1 – The Lord is our light and salvation, whom shall we fear?
“The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid?” – Psalm 27:1