What is a Life Verse & How Do I Choose?

I watched the surf batter a lonely boat. It rocked this way and that. But it was not pushed out of the harbor, nor lost at sea. Because it had an anchor.

Sometimes, winds of all kinds batter our lives, it can be tough to remain firmly established in our Christian life. We’re constantly bombarded with new information, experiences, and relationships.

It’s easy to lose track of what’s important and what’s worth fighting for. But don’t worry- there’s help available.

One of the best ways to keep anchored to our Christian focus, meaning, and purpose of life is to have a personal life verse.

Not only will this help you identify your values, priorities, and purpose, but it will also give you a source of strength and support when times get tough.

In this post, we’re going to list some tips and benefits of having a Bible verse as a life verse and give some tips for finding one.

So, keep reading to discover a more purposeful, meaningful, and solid Christian life.

What is a Life Verse?

A Bible life verse refers to a particular Bible verse or passage that a person chooses to live by that holds special significance in their life.

A Bible life verse is simply a particular verse that you feel inspires your life in a special way. The verse resonates with you and has special meaning.

When life gets crazy, a chosen Bible verse can be a great reminder of what to focus on and what you should avoid.

Sometimes It may feel like life is just a series of random events, but choosing a life verse can focus your life on what is most important to you and remind you of your divine purpose.

Tips for How to Choose a Bible Life Verse

There are so many options, it can be tough to find just the right one for you.

There are a few things to keep in mind when choosing a life verse.

1. First, pray and ask the Holy Spirit to guide you in your search.

First, ask Him to show you the guiding principle for your life in a verse.

The verse should be meaningful, maybe something that could be a guiding principle that inspires you. It should resonate with you in some way.

Read: What Does God’s Voice Sound Like?

2. Second, try looking through your Bible or other devotional books to find a Bible verse that resonates with you in some way.

3. Be open to verses other people have given you through the years.

Sometimes we are given a Bible verse in our first Bible, or on our baptism certificate. These can be prophetic words that guide our lives if we are open.

For example, when my daughter was a young girl, she gave me a wood placard with a verse engraved on it as a mothers’ day present. That verse sparked something in me and became very meaningful. I have kept that verse as a life verse since then.

When my life gets chaotic and I have many choices, I remember that verse which keeps me grounded to remember my first priorities.

I talk about Focus Verses here.

4. Finally, remember that life changes sometimes.

If you change your mind about your life verse, it’s Ok to find a new one. Sometimes we have a verse that guides us for a season and another one becomes meaningful in a new season.

How to Apply the Verse to Your Life

Choose one that speaks to your heart, and then focus your life on living according to that verse. Use it as a guide to help you focus on a life that is pleasing to God.

• First you will want to underline the verse in your Bible, write it down and ponder it.
• Memorize it.
• Pray it over your life.
• Ask God some questions about what it means to your life right now and in the future. You may want to journal about this with God.
• You will want to read it regularly. This will help you to focus on what is most important to you and to stay on track.
• Also, you can put it in your phone’s reminder app,
• Post a sticky note on your refrigerator,
• Post on your bathroom mirror, in your car, or even write it on your hand.
• Write it down and keep it by your bedside.
• Some people print a pretty version and frame it for the wall.

If you follow these tips, you’ll be able to see it and remember it every time you need it.

Spend time each day reading and thinking about it. It will change your life.

In conclusion, I know that many people struggle to find a life verse that speaks to them, but I trust the Holy Spirit will guide you to choose a verse that can help guide your life and make decisions in line with your divine purpose.

I also hope that you will share your life verse with us in the comments below! Your verse may inspire someone else too!

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50 Examples of Bible Life Verses

Sometimes finding a life verse can be hard, so I have put together 50 possible Bible verses you can read through to get you started.

1. “Let the one who boasts boast of this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the Lord who exercises mercy, justice, and righteousness on the earth; for I delight in these things,” declares the Lord” (Jeremiah 9:24 NASB).
2. As the deer longs for streams of water, so I long for you, O God. I thirst for God, the living God (Psalms 42:1-2 NLT).
3. “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13).
4. “And I will be a Father to you, and you shall be sons and daughters to Me,” says the Lord Almighty (2 Corinthians 6:18).
5. Whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the Father (Colossians 3:17 NLT).
6. Psalms 1
7. “Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom” (Luke 12:32).
8. My soul yearns for you in the night; my spirit within me diligently seeks You. (Isaiah 26:9 NIV).
9. But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint (Isaiah 40:31 NKJV).
10. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble (Psalms 46:1).

What is a good Bible verse for life?

1. 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).
2. “You are God’s masterpiece, created in Christ Jesus to do good works” (Ephesians 2:10).
3. All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the peace of your children. (Isaiah 54:13 NKJV).
4. Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity. Let your speech always be with grace, as though seasoned with salt, so that you will know how you should respond to each person (Colossians 4:5-6).
5. Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus (Philippians 3:13-14).
6. For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them (Ephesians 2:10)
7. Behold, I give you the authority to trample on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you (Luke 10:19 NKJV).
8. Let the weak say, I am strong! (Joel 3:10).
9. Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer (Psalms 19:14 KJV).
10. “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God” (Philippians 4:6).

More Sample Life Verses

1.  “Now faith is the certainty of things hoped for, a proof of things not seen.” (Hebrews 11:1 NIV).
2. “‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.’” (Matthew 22:37 NKJV).
3.  The God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him: The eyes of your understanding being enlightened (Ephesians 1:17-18).
4. Do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others (Philippians 2:4 AMP).
5. “Delight yourself also in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart” (Psalm 37:4 NKJV).
6. “In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths” (Proverbs 3:6 NKJV).
7. Psalms 27
8. “Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, Nor have entered into the heart of man, The things which God has prepared for those who love Him.” But God has revealed them to us through His Spirit. For the Spirit searches all things, yes, the deep things of God.” (1 Corinthians 2:9-10 NKJV).
9. “Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.’” (Isaiah 41:10 NKJV).
10. “ And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart” (Jeremiah 29:13).

Life Verse Examples

1. And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him (Hebrews 11:6).
2. The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way (Psalms 37:23 KJV).
3. Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord (1 Corinthians 15:58 58 (NKJV).
4. For we are the temple of the living God; just as God said, “I will dwell in them and walk among them; and I will be their God, and they will be my people” (2 Corinthians 6:16 NASB).
5. As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord (Joshua 24:15).
6. Hear my cry, O God; Attend to my prayer. From the end of the earth I will cry to You; When my heart is overwhelmed; Lead me to the rock that is higher than I. For You have been a shelter for me, A strong tower from the enemy. I will abide in Your tabernacle forever; I will trust in the shelter of Your wings. Selah (Psalms 61).
7. From the moment John [the Baptist] stepped onto the scene until now, the realm of heaven’s kingdom is bursting forth, and passionate people have taken hold of its power (Matthew 11:12 TPT).
8. “No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgment you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is from Me,” Says the Lord (Isaiah 54:17 NKJV).
9. In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you (1 Thessalonians 5:18).
10. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight” (Proverbs 3:5).

More Examples

1. Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart (Psalms 37:4).
2. The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him (Psalms 28:7).
3. Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths (Proverbs 3:5-6 NKJV).
4. The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe (Proverbs 18:10 KJV).
5. But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint (Isaiah 40:31).
6. As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Abide in my love (John 15:9).
7. If God is for us, who can be against us? (Romans 8:31).
8. For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved, it is the power of God (1 Corinthians 1:18 KJV).
9. For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified (1 Corinthians 2:2)
10. For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast (Ephesians 2:8-9 KJV).

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