Bible verses about courage for kids
Short Bible verses for when your child feels scared or needs to be brave, with a simple line they can remember.
Joshua 1:9: Be Brave!
Haven’t I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.Joshua 1:9 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: Be strong and brave! God is with you everywhere you go.
You are never alone, even when you feel scared.
Matthew 5:16: Shine Your Light
Even so, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven.Matthew 5:16 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: Let your light shine so everyone can see the good things you do!
Your kindness shines like a light.
Psalm 56:3: When I'm Scared
When I am afraid, I will put my trust in you.Psalm 56:3 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: When I am afraid, I will trust in you, God.
Scared? Say a little prayer.
Isaiah 41:10: I Will Help You
Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.Isaiah 41:10 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: God says, "Don't be afraid, I am with you. I will help you."
God is ready to help you.
Deuteronomy 31:6: Never Leaves You
Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid or scared of them, for the LORD your God himself is who goes with you. He will not fail you nor forsake you.Deuteronomy 31:6 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: Be strong and brave. God will never leave you.
God stays with you forever.
Psalm 27:1: God Is My Light
The LORD is my light and my salvation. Whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life. Of whom shall I be afraid?Psalm 27:1 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: God is my light and my helper. Who should I be afraid of?
With God, you don't need to fear.
Philippians 4:13: I Can Do It!
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.Philippians 4:13 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: I can do hard things, because Jesus makes me strong.
God helps you do hard things.
1 Samuel 17:45: Big Brave Heart
Then David said to the Philistine, “You come to me with a sword, with a spear, and with a javelin; but I come to you in the name of the LORD of Armies, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied.”1 Samuel 17:45 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: David said to the giant, "I come in the name of the Lord!"
God makes small people brave.
Daniel 6:22: Safe with the Lions
My God has sent his angel, and has shut the lions’ mouths, and they have not hurt me, because innocence was found in me before him; and also before you, O king, I have done no harm.Daniel 6:22 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: Daniel said, "My God sent his angel and shut the lions' mouths."
God can keep you safe anywhere.
Psalm 18:2: My Rock
The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge; my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my high tower.Psalm 18:2 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: God is my rock and my strong castle. He keeps me safe.
God is strong like a castle.
2 Timothy 1:7: Not a Scaredy Heart
For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.2 Timothy 1:7 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: God did not give us a scared heart, but a strong, loving heart.
God fills you with love and power.
Isaiah 40:31: Wings Like Eagles
but those who wait for the LORD will renew their strength. They will mount up with wings like eagles. They will run, and not be weary. They will walk, and not faint.Isaiah 40:31 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: People who trust God will fly high like eagles and not get tired.
God gives you new strength.
1 Timothy 4:12: Little but Mighty
Let no man despise your youth; but be an example to those who believe, in word, in your way of life, in love, in spirit, in faith, and in purity.1 Timothy 4:12 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: Don't let anyone think you are too young to be a good example.
Even kids can show God's love.
Psalm 118:6: God Is on My Side
The LORD is on my side. I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?Psalm 118:6 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: God is on my side, so I will not be afraid.
God is always on your team.
Esther 4:14: For Such a Time
For if you remain silent now, then relief and deliverance will come to the Jews from another place, but you and your father’s house will perish. Who knows if you haven’t come to the kingdom for such a time as this?Esther 4:14 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: Maybe God made you for such a time as this!
God has a special job for you.
Matthew 14:27: Don't Be Afraid
But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying, “Cheer up! It is I! Don’t be afraid.”Matthew 14:27 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: Jesus said, "Be brave! It is me. Don't be afraid."
Jesus comes to help when you're scared.
Psalm 46:1: My Safe Place
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.Psalm 46:1 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: God is my safe place and my strength. He helps when things are hard.
Run to God when things are hard.
Mark 10:27: Nothing Is Too Hard
Jesus, looking at them, said, “With men it is impossible, but not with God, for all things are possible with God.”Mark 10:27 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: With God, everything is possible!
Nothing is too big for God.
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