Twelve Great Bible Verses

KNOWLEDGE

1. The Bible is God’s word, and is helpful (2 Tim 3:16).

The Bible says it is from God, over 1,000 times. Search a digital Bible for phrases like “says the Lord.” The books in the New Testament were written by, or with, people who experienced Jesus, and not only did they believe Jesus is the Son of God, they recorded many other people, and demons, claiming that Jesus is the Son of God.

2. God created the universe (Gen 1:1).  

Science claims the universe is still expanding, or growing, which means if we go back in time there was a starting point for the universe. It is common knowledge that you can’t create something from nothing. Science done well reveals God’s natural laws. Consider the quantum physics theories of unpredictability, decoherence, and entanglement. God is over all and in all (Eph 4:6). Consider the beautiful Hubble telescope photos. The heavens declare God’s work (Ps 19:1)  

3. God created humans (Gen 1:27).

Why would any male and female organisms “evolve” from a self-replicating organism? Science has proven that humans are made from elements found in the earth, with over 90 percent of the human body being oxygen, carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen, and the rest are trace elements. God made humans from dust of the earth (Gen 2:7). We are made in God’s image (Gen 1:27) as a spirit and soul, in a body (1 Thess 5:23), with a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Tim 1:7). 

UNDERSTANDING

4. There is power in your mind – Don’t conform to the world, transform by renewing your mind (Ro 12:2).

Be quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger (Jas 1:19). Being slow to anger gives understanding (Pro 14:29). Set your mind on things above (Col 3:2). Think about important topics like whatever is true, honorable, just, and excellent (Php 4:8). Forget what lies behind but think on what lies ahead (Php 3:13). Faith can move mountains (Mt 21:21). 

5. There is power in your words (Pro 18:21).

Spoken words, with faith, can move mountains (Mt 21:21). A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger (Pro 15:1). Speak the truth in love (Eph 4:15). The sword of the Spirit is the word of God (Eph 6:17). We destroy arguments against the knowledge of God (2 Cor 10:5). The tongue is small but has great power (Jas 3:5).

6. There is power in your relations – God so loved the world and gave His only Son for your eternal life (Jn 3:16). 

Jesus is the Son of God (Jn 6:38-40). By one man many were made sinners, but by one man many are made righteous (Ro 5:19). Jesus fulfilled the Law (Mt 5:17) and cleansed us from sin (Heb 9:26). Declare Jesus is Lord and believe God raised Him from the dead and you will be saved (Ro 10:9). I can do all things through Christ (Php 4:13). Fellowship with Christians (Acts 2:42). Honor your parents (Ex 20:12). Iron sharpens iron, and friends sharpen each other (Pro 27:17).

WISDOM (two important daily opportunities, challenges, and choices)

7. Blessed are those who get wisdom and understanding (Pro 3:13).

Wisdom is better than might (Ecc 9:16), and better than wealth, and offers life, money, honor and peace (Pro 3:14-17). Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom (Pro 9:10). God gives wisdom (Jas 1:5). Buy truth and wisdom (Pro 23:23).

8. Let your light shine (Mt 5:16).

We were created for good works (Eph 2:10). Do to other people as you want them to do to you (Mt 7:12). We all have gifts to help people. Let your love be sincere. Do not be lazy, be eager in spirit and serve the Lord. Rejoice in hope, be patient in challenges, and pray (Ro 12:6-12). Encourage and build each other up (1 Thess 5:11). Glorify God (1 Cor 10:31).

9. Walk in the Spirit to resist the desires of the flesh (Gal 5:16).

Desires of the flesh are against the spirit (Gal 5:17-23). God gave everyone free will (Gen 1:28). People are sinners and naturally selfish (Ro 5:19 and Jas 4:1). The world has troubles, but Jesus overcame the world (Jn 16:33). Take thoughts captive (2 Cor 10:5). Walk in the light and have fellowship with one another (1 Jn 1:7).

10. We wrestle against spiritual forces (Eph 6:12).

Evil spiritual forces are at work in the world (Job). The devil is a deceiver (Gen 3:13 and Rev 12:9) and tempts us with many things, especially doubt in our self, food, to test God, and with pride (Mt 4:3-11). The devil attempts to steal, kill, and destroy (Jn 10:10). Be strong in the Lord, put on the armor of God, pray, and be alert with perseverance (Eph 6:10-19).

11. Have faith in God (Mk 11:22).

Faith comes by hearing God’s word (Ro 10:17). His steadfast love and faithfulness endures forever (Ps 117). By grace you are saved through faith, not work, it’s a gift from God (Eph 2:8). Do not be anxious, but pray with thanksgiving (Php 4:6). Faith can move mountains (Mt 21:21). For those who love God, all things work together for good (Ro 8:28). 

12. Love God, and love people (Mt 22:37-40). 

We love because God first loved us (1 Jn 4:19). Nothing can separate us from God’s love through Jesus (Ro 8:38-39). Love reflects grace and truth (Jn 1:17). Love is patient, kind, not envious, boastful, arrogant, rude, irritable, or resentful, and does not rejoice in wrongdoing, but rejoices in truth (1 Cor 13:4-6). Love earnestly, as love covers sins (1 Pt 4:8).