Here are 12 encouraging Bible Verses For When You Feel Lonely.
As Christians, seasons of loneliness are just par for the course. God is candid about the fact that we will have the endure pain and suffering just as Christ did and only a few find the path to eternal life. The majority of the world cannot comprehend the things of the Spirit so loneliness is a result of that.
But take heart, when we have the Holy Spirit dwelling inside of us, we are never really alone. We have the peace of God available to us at all times when we choose to call on His name and put our faith in Him. Although people of this world can disappoint us sometimes, Jesus never fails to provide the greater love and devotion we need. The path of life is full of ups and downs, but God has a purpose for them all.
Here are 12 Powerful scriptures (King James Version) to help you find purpose in your season of aloneness.
12 Bible Verses For Seasons Of Loneliness
1. Isaiah 41:10
Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Isaiah 41:10
When we experience feelings of loneliness because people in our lives are not showing up like we need them to; God is always willing to be our rock. God’s word tells us over and over again to “fear not” because God knows He’s in control and wants us to have confidence in the same. Our level of faith is the measure of trust we have in God and His perfect plan.
2. Joshua 1:9
Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.
Joshua 1:9
In this verse, our Heavenly Father is reminding us that strength and courage put our faith into motion! When we’re feeling lonely, we can fight back with praise and confidence that God is working in invisible ways. Satan aims to discourage us and make us feel like we’re alone when in reality, God’s presence has NEVER left our sides. He even knew us before the foundation of the world!
3. Mark 10:29-10:30
And Jesus answered and said, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, of children, or lands, for my sake, and the gospel’s, But he shall receive an hundredfold now in this time, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with persecutions; and in the world to come eternal life.
Mark 10:29-10:30
When God opens our eyes to the truth, there are certain people we’ll need to leave behind because we’ve spiritually outgrown them. Although this is extremely painful, this is part of participating in Christ’s sufferings. We have to accept the truth we cannot follow God with a clear conscience if we still hang around people who can potentially draw us back into sin and the world. Fortunately, God’s deep love is sufficient for us, and this is a necessary step we must take to move forward in God’s will for our lives.
4. 1 Peter 5:6-7
Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
1 Peter 5:6-7
The Bible references God’s grace for those humble in spirit over and over again. We can show our humility to God by adhering to His word and going to Him instead of the world when we’re sad, frustrated, and angry. I think there are often stigmas that prayer should be done in particular ways…But I think God just wants us to come to Him as honest and vulnerable as possible to lay everything at His feet. After all, He already knows exactly what we’re feeling. But are we humble enough to be honest with Him and ask for His help? This scripture references His ever-present care for our hearts.
5. Lamentations 3:22-24
It is of the LORD’S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness. The LORD is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him.
Lamentations 3:22-24
Lamentations was a book penned by Jeremiah while he was witnessing the painful fall of Jerusalem to Babylon. It was a time of agonizing grief and suffering of God’s people and when all hope seemed lost. This verse reminds us that even amid dark times and tragedy, God’s love remains steadfast. Sometimes we go through periods in our lives where we’re stripped of people and things we love, to remind us that God is the only One we truly need.
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6. Psalm 25:14-18
The secret of the LORD is with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant. Mine eyes are ever toward the LORD; for he shall pluck my feet out of the net. Turn thee unto me, and have mercy upon me; for I am desolate and afflicted. The troubles of my heart are enlarged: O bring thou me out of my distresses. Look upon mine affliction and my pain; and forgive all my sins.
Psalm 25:14-18
The Psalms are one of my favorite books in the Bible because King David gave us documentation of his emotional walk with God. This psalm talks about how as we learn to revere our Lord God, the more we will grow in our intimacy and communication with Him. God confides in those who fear Him, so as we learn to lovingly fear God, the more He will reveal wisdom to our hearts. During seasons of loneliness, Instead of dwelling on our sadness…Let’s look at it as an opportunity to grow closer to God than we ever have been, to truly become a friend of God.
7. Hebrews 4:15-16
For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
Hebrews 4:15-16
God humbled Himself and came down to dwell among us through Jesus so He could face the same adversities we do and remain perfect through them all. It’s comforting to know that Jesus knows exactly how we feel, and feels our complicated emotions with us. God invites us to come to His throne during every season of need and boldly pray in supplication. He promises that if it is indeed in line with His perfect will, He will give us the desires of our hearts.
8. Psalm 46:1
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
Psalm 46:1
When enduring times of loneliness, remember that God collects every tear that we cry. The pain we endure does not go unnoticed by Him and He wants to be our strong tower of protection, hope, and love especially when we have lonely hearts. He is always there for us in our times of need.
9. 2 Corinthians 1:3-7
Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God. For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ. And whether we be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effectual in the enduring of the same sufferings which we also suffer: or whether we be comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation. And our hope of you is steadfast, knowing, that as ye are partakers of the sufferings, so shall ye be also of the consolation.
2 Corinthians 1:3-7
It’s important to keep in mind that when we go through affliction, God not only has us in mind with His great plan, but He has others in mind as well. God builds a testimony in each of us that He will use to bless and inspire others. Yet sometimes He needs us to walk through difficult seasons for character development first…One thing’s for sure, God has a greater purpose for our suffering and He never leaves us alone. Everything works together for His great name’s sake and to redeem more souls to the Kingdom of God.
10. Psalm 23:4
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Psalm 23:4
Whatever the reason for your feeling of loneliness, remind yourself that the God of peace is with you, even when your enemies surround you, even when it feels impossible to keep walking forward, even when you have a broken heart. Sometimes it helps me to just sit quietly in the presence of God and remind myself that He’s sitting there with me. God’s love goes before us and He is near to the brokenhearted.
11. Romans 8:28
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
Romans 8:28
The bible reminds us that life can look bleak and hopeless at times, but that it’s only a phase in God’s greater plan. If life was linear all the time, we wouldn’t have the context to appreciate the varying mountains and valleys of life. One day we will look back and know exactly why God made us endure!
12. John 16:33
These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
John 16:33
Although we have to endure seasons of loneliness and hardship here on Earth… We can be joyful knowing that Jesus has overcome the world and has redeemed those who trust in Him. Let’s look to God’s promises when we’re feeling lonely and know that nothing in this world can truly hurt us as long as we have Jesus. We serve a God who is greater and one day we will live in eternal peace and love of God forever.
I pray these Bible verses have been a blessing to you! You are never really alone as long as you have the love of Christ! I encourage you to embrace Jesus’ holy presence, and seek to grow in your faith during your season of loneliness because He will fill you with the fullness of His joy!In Jesus’ name, Amen!