Positivity Verses
“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”
Philippians 4:8
“Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving.”
Colossians 4:2
“This is the day that the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.”
Psalm 118:24
“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”
Philippians 4:13
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
Isaiah 41:10
“What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?”
Romans 8:31
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
1 Thessalonians 5:18
“A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.”
Proverbs 17:22
“Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?”
1 Corinthians 3:16
“Jesus said, ‘Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, “Move from here to there,” and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.’”
Matthew 17:20
“Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of evil behavior. Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.”
Ephesians 4:31–32
“A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.”
Proverbs 15:1
“Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing.”
1 Peter 3:9
“Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad.”
Proverbs 12:25
“The Lord has done it this very day; let us rejoice today and be glad.”
Psalm 118:24
“Giving thanks always and for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,”
Ephesians 5:20
“Yet I am confident I will see the Lord’s goodness while I am here in the land of the living.”
Psalm 27:13
“‘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
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”
John 14:27
“Do all things without grumbling or questioning,”
Philippians 2:14
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. Do not quench the Spirit.”
1 Thessalonians 5:16-19
“Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.”
Romans 12:12
“For we walk by faith, not by sight.”
2 Corinthians 5:7
How can you use Bible Verses?
- Start a discussion: Bible verses can start a discussion about a character trait at the beginning of a meeting or the dinner table. You can ask questions about what it means, how they have seen the trait demonstrated in their own lives, or how they can develop it themselves.
- Use Bible verses as writing/journal prompts: Ask them to write a short essay about a Bible verse to help them think more deeply about its implications for their lives.
- Post Bible verses: You can post Bible verses where they will be seen/heard often – classroom, breakroom, lobby, dining room, email signatures, video bulletin boards, morning announcements, social media, etc.
- Read Bible verses aloud: You can read Bible verses aloud to your children during mealtimes, bedtime, or any other time you spend together.
- Make it fun: You can make it even more fun by incorporating games, activities, or crafts. Let children decorate signs with Bible verses to hang in the classroom or a bedroom door. Record children saying it and post it on social media.