Ever wish you were one of those people who could recall Bible verses during those key moments? I have always admired those folks. My problem is that I have a terrible memory! Here are 58 short and easy to remember scripture verses to help you tuck God’s word into life.
Tips For Scripture Memory
If you struggle remembering anything, let alone book, chapter, verse and scripture like me then let’s look at a few ways to help.
One great way is to use a dry erase marker and write the verse on your bathroom mirror. Especially if you are a visual learner this is helpful. You will be able to see it and recite it each time you are at your sink.
You could also write the scripture verses on a sicky note and attach it to your car dashboard. I do not recommend this for longer passages, however. Be safe! This way you will be able to glance at them at red lights or sitting in traffic and practice reciting it while driving. Who knows, having a little bit of good news posted on your dash may help give you a little more patience in traffic….but no promises.
Another scripture memorization trick is to jot them down on an index cards and post them around your house so you can see them easily. You could put it on your refrigerator or kitchen cabinets and speak them each time you see them.
It may be easier to work on one short Bible verse each week rather than trying to remember several memory verses at the same time. Pick a new passage at the start of the week with a goal to have it down pat by the end of the week.
Breaking the verse down into smaller chunks is also a good way to commit it to memory.
You could choose bible passages as a household and practice reciting them with your family members.
Reasons For Memorizing Bible Verses
Does being able to quote scripture make you righteous or some sort of super Christian? I think absolutely not. No more than good deeds alone are the sure fire way to the heavenly Father. But, I do think the Bible is the word of God and offers instruction for a Christian life. Being able to remember specific direction or encouragement are really great ways to insert the power of God into you daily life.
The bible cross references it’s self over and over and over again. So if you can recall a verse that is referenced in another book it will deeper your understanding of God’s truth.
Perhaps the main reason for being able to remember scripture is to help each other. If you can quote verse you may be able to offer great encouragement to someone in a tough time or provide a strong case for faith in a conversation.
The following verses are 58 that are often quoted and remembered.
1. “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.” – Romans 12:2
2. “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
3. “The Lord is my shepherd. I lack nothing.” – Psalm 23:1
4. “The earth is the Lord’s and everything in it, the world and its inhabitants too.” – Psalm 24:1
5. “Yes, goodness and faithful love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the Lord’s house as long as I live.” – Psalm 23:6
6. “In Christ we have bold and confident access to God through faith in him.” – Ephesians 3:12
7. “People plan their paths but the Lord secures their steps.” – Proverbs 16:9
8. “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he saves those whose spirits are crushed.” – Psalm 34:18
9. “Love should be shown without pretending. Hate evil, and hold on to what is good.” – Romans 12:9
10. “Bless people who harass you; bless and do not curse them.” – Romans 12:14
11. “Certainly the faithful love of the Lord hasn’t ended; certainly God’s compassion isn’t through!” – Lamentations 3:22
12. “From the mouth of the Most High evil things don’t come, but rather good! – Lamentations 3:38
13. “Don’t be defeated by evil, but defeat evil with good.” – Romans 12:21
14. “The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you.” – Numbers 6:24-25
15. “The peace of God, that exceeds all understanding, will keep your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:7
16. “My grace is enough for you, because power is made perfect in weakness.” – 2 Corinthians 12:9
17. But the Lord is in his holy temple. Let all the earth be silent before him. – Habakkuk 2:20
18. “The Lord is my solid rock, my fortress, and my rescuer. My God, my rock – I take refuge in him! He is my shield, my salvation’s strength, my place of safety.” – Psalm 18:2
19. “God is our refuge and strength, a help always near in times of great trouble.” – Psalm 46:1
20. “Be strong! Be Fearless! Don’t be afraid and don’t be scared by your enemies, because the Lord your God is the one who marches with you. He won’t let you down, and he won’t abandon you.” – Deuteronomy 31:6
21. “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him won’t perish but will have eternal life.” – John 3:16
22. “I keep your word close, in my heart, so that I won’t sin against you.” – Psalm 119:11
23. “Be happy in your hope, stand your ground when you’re in trouble, and devote yourselves to prayer” – Romans 12:12
24. “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self control.” – Galatians 5:22
25. “The Lord God is my strength. He will set my feet like the deer. He will let me walk upon the heights.” – Habakkuk 3:19
26. “But the Lord is faithful; he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.” – 2 Thessalonians 3:3
27. “I am the Lord, and I do not change; and you, children of Jacob, have not perished.” – Malachi 3:6
28. “Don’t be like them, because your Father knows what you need before you ask. – Matthew 6:8
29. “Now faith, hope, and love remain – these three things – and the greatest of these is love. – 1 Corinthians 13:13
30. “Do not be anxious about anything, rather, bring up all of your requests to God in your prayers and petitions, along with giving thanks.” – Philippians 4:6
31. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; don’t rely on your own intelligence. Know him in all your paths, and he will keep your ways straight.” – Proverbs 3:5-6
32. “We know that God works all things together for good for the ones who love God, for those who are called according to his purpose.” – Romans 8:28
33. Isn’t my word like fire and like a hammer that shatters rock? declares the Lord – Jeremiah 22:29
34. “The Lord is my light and my salvation. Should I fear anyone? The Lord is a fortress protecting my life. Should I be afraid of anything?” – Psalm 27:1
35. “Rejoice always. Pray continually” – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17
36. “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” – Matthew 6:34
37. “The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all” – Revelation 22:21
38. “But the Lord is the one who is marching before you! He is the one who will be with you! He won’t let you down. He won’t abandon you. So don’t be afraid or scared!” – Deuteronomy 31:8
39. “I’ve commanded you to be brave and strong, haven’t I? Don’t be alarmed or terrified, because the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” – Joshua 1:9
40. “Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I fear no danger because you are with me. Your rod and your staff – they protect me.” – Psalm 23:4
41. “Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will succeed.” – Proverbs 16:3
42. “I’m convinced that nothing can separate us from God’s love in Christ Jesus our Lord; not death or life, not angels or rulers, not present things or future things, not powers or height or depth, or any other thing that is created.” – Romans 8:38-39
43. “The Lord will fight for you. You just keep still. – Exodus 14:14
44. “I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord God, “the one who is and was and is coming, the Almighty.” – Revelation 1:8
45. “I am the Lord your God, who grasps your strong hand, who says to you, Don’t fear; I will help you.” – Isaiah 41:13
46. “Don’t be troubled. Trust in God. Trust also in me.” – John 14:1
47. “Jesus answered, ‘I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'” – John 14:6
48. “Throw all your anxiety onto him, because he cares about you.” – 1 Peter 5:7
49. “We are harassed, but we aren’t abandoned. we are knocked down, but we aren’t knocked out.” – 2 Corinthians 4:9
50. “Jesus looked at them and said, ‘It’s impossible for human beings. But all things are possible for God.'” – Matthew 19:26
51. “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
52. “My God will meet our every need out of his riches in the glory that is found in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:19
53. “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” – John 8:32
54. “Treat people in the same way that you want them to treat you.” – Luke 6:31
55. “So continue encouraging each other and building each other up, just like you are doing already.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:11
56. “Happy is she who believed that the Lord would fulfill the promises he made to her.” – Luke 1:45
57. “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your being, and all your strength.” – Deuteronomy 6:5
58. “Give thanks to the Lord because he is good, because his faithful love lasts forever.” – Psalm 107:1
Share these Bible verses with your Sunday school class or small group. Do you have any favorite verses to add to the list? How about sharing your own way for making the word of Christ a part of your everyday?