5 Verses Encourage A Struggling Friend
5 Verses Encourage A Struggling Friend: It can be seeing your friend and your loved one suffer, struggle, and endure seasons of intense turmoil.
Most times, when we see them going through trials, we wish that we could help them. Praying for them is really important, and Bible verses can help them too.
- “I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13): When your friend’s low self-esteem, self-doubt, and negative outlook may prevent them from seizing an opportunity or from living fully in their divine calling, Reminding us all that it is Christ at work through us, making up for what we lack, is necessary.
- “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding.” (Proverbs 3:5) When your friend is planning to take some actions to be successful, Stress can be reduced and errors can be avoided by placing them in a mindset of faith and reliance on God.
- “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): When your friend has doubts regarding the outcome, when things don’t seem right and they feel like a terrible catastrophe, job loss, relationship breakdown, or loved one’s death has completely upended their existence.
- “Cast all your fear on God because he cares for you.” (1 Peter 5:7): When your friend is worried about the future, Particularly anxious about a big decision, major transition, life shift, or upcoming task.
- “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me.” (Psalm 28:7): when your friend or loved ones are facing a circumstance that leaves them feeling helpless.