Confidence

God helps us feel confident and sure of ourselves, even when we might feel nervous or unsure. When we’re about to do something new, like giving a presentation at school or trying out for a play, it’s easy to feel a bit worried. But God is there to help us feel strong and capable. With His help, we can find the confidence we need to do our best, knowing that He is cheering us on and supporting us.

In the Bible, Psalm 27:1-3 gives us a reminder of how God can give us confidence. It says, “The Lord is my light and my salvation—so why should I be afraid? The Lord is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble? When evil people come to devour me, when my enemies and foes attack me, they will stumble and fall. Though a mighty army surrounds me, my heart will not be afraid. Even if I am attacked, I will remain confident” (NLT). This verse tells us that God is like a bright light guiding us and a strong shield protecting us. We don’t have to be afraid of challenges or difficulties because God is always with us.

So, whenever you’re facing something that feels a little scary or tough, remember that God is there to give you confidence. You can trust that He will help you feel strong and brave. Just like the Bible verse reminds us, God is our light and protection, so we can face anything with confidence knowing He is by our side.

Proverbs 3:26

26 for the Lord will be at your side and will keep your foot from being snared.

Isaiah 41:10

10 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.

2 Corinthians 3:5

5 Not that we are competent in ourselves to claim anything for ourselves, but our competence comes from God.

1 John 3:20-22

20 If our hearts condemn us, we know that God is greater than our hearts, and he knows everything. 21 Dear friends, if our hearts do not condemn us, we have confidence before God 22 and receive from him anything we ask, because we keep his commands and do what pleases him.

Hebrews 13:6

6 So we say with confidence, “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?”

Philippians 4:13

13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

Romans 15:13

13 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.

1 John 4:18

18 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.

Proverbs 28:26

26 Those who trust in themselves are fools, but those who walk in wisdom are kept safe.

Psalm 27:1-3

1 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? 2 When the wicked advance against me to devour me, it is my enemies and my foes who will stumble and fall. 3 Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident.

2 Corinthians 1:9

9 Indeed, we felt we had received the sentence of death. But this happened that we might not rely on ourselves but on God, who raises the dead.

Hebrews 10:35-36

35 So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. 36 You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.

1 Timothy 6:17

17 Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.

Isaiah 30:15

15 This is what the Sovereign Lord, the Holy One of Israel, says: “In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength, but you would have none of it.

Proverbs 14:26

26 Whoever fears the Lord has a secure fortress, and for their children it will be a refuge.

1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

1 Paul, Silas and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace and peace to you. 2 We always thank God for all of you and continually mention you in our prayers. 3 We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. 4 For we know, brothers and sisters loved by God, that he has chosen you, 5 because our gospel came to you not simply with words but also with power, with the Holy Spirit and deep conviction. You know how we lived among you for your sake. 6 You became imitators of us and of the Lord, for you welcomed the message in the midst of severe suffering with the joy given by the Holy Spirit. 7 And so you became a model to all the believers in Macedonia and Achaia. 8 The Lord’s message rang out from you not only in Macedonia and Achaia-your faith in God has become known everywhere. Therefore we do not need to say anything about it, 9 for they themselves report what kind of reception you gave us. They tell how you turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God, 10 and to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead-Jesus, who rescues us from the coming wrath.

Galatians 6:7

7 Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows.

Psalm 20:8

8 They are brought to their knees and fall, but we rise up and stand firm.

2 Peter 1:10

10 Therefore, my brothers and sisters, make every effort to confirm your calling and election.For if you do these things, you will never stumble,

Hebrews 10:35

35 So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded.