12 Bible Verses that Give Grace for Life’s Spiritual Battles

by Katy Kauffman

When we wonder if we can overcome fierce spiritual battles, God often reminds us that He can. His power is great enough, and He gives us His grace. He gives us the desire and ability to do His will.

God’s Word is a grace-infuser for our souls. The next time you wonder if you can truly defeat fear, worry, anger, or any other spiritual enemy, count on the promises and truths of God’s Word. They are unshakeable, just like the One who spoke them into existence. Just like the One who is always ready to help us and supply the grace we need.

12 Verses that Give Us Grace for Life’s Battles

In these verses from the book of Psalms, which phrases stand out to you? Jot them down, with the reference, in a prayer journal or on an index card. This is the hope we have because we belong to God Almighty. He can help us in any situation when we depend on Him.

1. “You, O LORD, are a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of my head.” (Psalm 3:3 AKJV*)
2. “The LORD also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble.” (Psalm 9:9)
3. “Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart: wait, I say, on the LORD.” (Psalm 27:14)
4. “He makes the storm a calm, so that the waves thereof are still.” (Psalm 107:29)
5. “For you have delivered my soul from death, my eyes from tears, and my feet from falling.” (Psalm 116:8)
6. “The LORD is my strength and song, and is become my salvation.” (Psalm 118:14)
7. “I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.” (Psalm 34:4)
8. “I will call on the LORD, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from my enemies.” (Psalm 18:3)
9. “In my distress I called on the LORD, and cried to my God: he heard my voice out of his temple, and my cry came before him, even into his ears.” (Psalm 18:6)
10.  “He delivered me from my strong enemy, and from them which hated me: for they were too strong for me.” (Psalm 18:17)
11.  “He brought me forth also into a large place; he delivered me, because he delighted in me.” (Psalm 18:19)
12.  “It is God that girds me with strength, and makes my way perfect.” (Psalm 18:32)

Which two or three verses are your favorites? Put the references in the comments, and if you’d like to share a verse not in the list, comment with that, too. We’d love to hear how God has encouraged you to walk in grace through life’s spiritual battles.

*All Scripture verses are taken from the American King James Version.