Bible Verses - May
 

May 1

Psalm 90:17 May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us; establish the work of our hands for us—yes, establish the work of our hands.

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Romans 12:12 (NIV) Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.

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Matthew 6:19-21 19 “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. 21 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

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Isaiah 41:10,13 – So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. For I am the Lord, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.

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Romans 5:1 – Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.

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The grass withers and the flowers fade, but the word of our God stands forever. Isaiah 40:8

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"Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life? Since you cannot do this very little thing, why do you worry about the rest?" —Luke 12:25-26

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John 13:34-35 NIV "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another."

May 2

Proverbs 26:20 Without wood a fire goes out; without a gossip a quarrel dies down.

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Ecclesiastes 5:2 – Do not be quick with your mouth, do not be hasty in your heart to utter anything before God. God is in heaven and you are on earth, so let your words be few.

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"If two of you agree on earth about anything you ask, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven." Matthew 18:19

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John 15:12-13 NIV "My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends."

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Love prospers when a fault is forgiven, but dwelling on it separates close friends. Proverbs 17:9

May 3

"For I am the LORD your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you." —Isaiah 41:13

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The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still. Exodus 14:14 - NIV

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Psalm 5:3 – In the morning, O Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait in expectation.

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Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace always in every way. The Lord be with you all. — 2 Thessalonians 3:16

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A man’s heart plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps. — Proverbs 16:9

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Mark 12:30 NIV "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength."

May 4

Psalm 62:8 (NIV) Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to Him, for God is our refuge.

Thought: Talk to God. He wants to hear from you.

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Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. 1 John 4:8

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No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it. - 1 Corinthians 10:13

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Matthew 6:19-20 – Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal.

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Corinthians 12:9a – The Lord says: "My grace is all you need, for my power is greatest when you are weak."

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Whenever we have the opportunity, we should do good to everyone, especially to our Christian brothers and sisters. Galatians 6:10

May 5

I can do all things [which He has called me to do] through Him who strengthens and empowers me [to fulfill His purpose—I am self-sufficient in Christ’s sufficiency; I am ready for anything and equal to anything through Him who infuses me with inner strength and confident peace.] Philippians 4:13 AMP

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Matthew 6:31-34 31 So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ 32 For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. 33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. 34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.

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Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. -- Psalm 139:23,24

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Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. -- Philippians 4:6,7

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“God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, Even though the earth be removed, And though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; Though its waters roar and be troubled, Though the mountains shake with its swelling. Selah” (Psalm 46:1-3)

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James 2:14-18 14 What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save them? 15 Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. 16 If one of you says to them, “Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,” but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it? 17 In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead. 18 But someone will say, “You have faith; I have deeds.” Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by my deeds.

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Joshua 1:9 – Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.

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42 “Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done.” — Luke 22:42

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1 John 3:18 NIV Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth.

May 6

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. John 1:1

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2 Corinthians 5:17 17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!

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Isaiah 41:13 – For I am the Lord, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.

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"Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." (Romans 5:7-8)

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For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline. 2 Timothy 1:7

May 7

Philippians 2:13 – For it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose.

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1 Peter 5:7 – Cast all your anxiety on him [God] because he cares for you.

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John 10:14-15, "I am the good shepherd. I know my sheep and my sheep know me - just as the Father knows me and I know the Father - and I lay down my life for the sheep."

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Psalm 23:1 "The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul."

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Psalm 33:4 4 For the word of the LORD is right and true; he is faithful in all he does.

May 8

Joshua 1:9 9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.

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Romans 8:28 "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."

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But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. —Romans 5:8

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From the fruit of his lips a man is filled with good things as surely as the work of his hands rewards him. — Proverbs 12:14

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1 John 4:15 NIV If anyone acknowledges that Jesus is the Son of God, God lives in him and he in God.

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Isaiah 26:12 12 LORD, you establish peace for us; all that we have accomplished you have done for us.

May 9

Psalm 42:5 – Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.

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Fill your minds with those things that are good and that deserve praise: things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, and honorable. Philippians 4:8b

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Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. James 1:17

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Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Romans 12:2

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For I am the LORD your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you. ?—Isaiah 41:13

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May the Lord direct your hearts into God’s love and Christ’s perseverance. 2 Thessalonians 3:5

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Since we are all one body in Christ, we belong to each other, and each of us needs all the others. Romans 12:5

May 10

He has said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Most gladly therefore I will rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest on me. - 2 Corinthians 12:9

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John 3:16-17 – For God loved the world so much that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not die but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to be its judge, but to be its savior.

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Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other. Romans 12:10

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And all of us . . . can be mirrors that brightly reflect the glory of the Lord. And as the Spirit of the Lord works within us, we become more and more like him and reflect his glory even more. 2 Corinthians 3:18

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‘Honor your father and mother,’ and ‘love your neighbor as yourself.’ Matthew 19:19

May 11

"Remember the former things, those of long ago; I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like me." — Isaiah 46:9

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Psalm 5:3 In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; In the morning I lay my requests before you And wait expectantly.

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The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it. Psalm 24:1

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1 John 5:1-2 – Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has been born of God, and everyone who loves the Father loves whoever has been born of him. By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God and obey his commandments.

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Psalm 5:11 – But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you.

May 12

Acts 14:15 (NIV) We are bringing you good news, telling you to turn from these worthless things to the living God, who made the heavens and the earth and the sea and everything in them.

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Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. Mark 11:24

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You are of God, little children, and have overcome them; because greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world. - 1 John 4:4

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Faith makes us sure of what we hope for and gives us proof of what we cannot see. Hebrews 11:1

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Job 33:4 4 The Spirit of God has made me; the breath of the Almighty gives me life.

May 13

I love you, O LORD, my strength. The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. I call to the LORD, who is worthy of praise, and I am saved from my enemies. -- Psalm 18:1-3

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The Water of Life – John 4:13-14 – Jesus answered, "Those who drink this water will get thirsty again, but those who drink the water that I will give them will never be thirsty again. The water that I will give them will become in them a spring which will provide them with life-giving water and give them eternal life."

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Commit your actions to the Lord, and your plans will succeed. Proverbs 16:3

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We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose. — Romans 8:28

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Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. — James 1:2-4

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Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. —1 Peter 5:6-7

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Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. — Proverbs 16:24

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Psalm 143:10 10 Teach me to do your will, for you are my God; may your good Spirit lead me on level ground.

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My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth! Psalm 121:2

May 14

Every word of God is flawless; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him. Proverbs 30:5

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God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. - Psalms 46:1

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Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you. 1 Peter 5:6

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Isaiah 41:10, “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.”

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"With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible." (Matthew 19:26)

May 15

Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight. 1 Peter 3:3-4

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The Lord himself watches over you! The Lord stands beside you as your protective shade. Psalm 121:5

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2 Timothy 2:15 Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.

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Galatians 6:9 – Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. (NIV)

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2 Timothy 1:7 – For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline. (NIV)

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Ephesians 2:10 – For we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. (NIV)

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1 Peter 3:8 – Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble. (NIV)

May 16

"Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." - Matthew 6:19-21

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And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Colossians 3:17

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My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth! Psalm 121:2

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Many are the plans in a person's heart, but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails. Proverbs 19:21

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1 John 5:1 NIV Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ is born of God, and everyone who loves the father loves his child as well.

May 17

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23

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Philippians 4:6-7 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

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Isaiah 41:10 – 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.

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2 Corinthians 5:17 – Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!

May 18

Hebrews 13:5 (NIV) God has said, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you."

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Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble. 1 Peter 3:8

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Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Philippians 4:8

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1 I waited patiently for the Lord; he turned to me and heard my cry. 2 He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. Psalm 40:1-2

May 19

Psalms 54:4 Surely God is my help; the Lord is the one who sustains me.

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Isaiah 33:2 Lord, be gracious to us; we long for you. Be our strength every morning, our salvation in time of distress.

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The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end. Lamentations 3:22

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Exodus 14:14 14 The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.

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Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you. —2 Thessalonians 3:16

May 20

Hebrews 13:6 (NIV) So we say with confidence, "The Lord is my helper. I will not be afraid..."

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So faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. - Romans 10:17

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For I, the Lord your God, will hold your right hand, saying to you, "Fear not, I will help you." Isaiah 41:13

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"I say this because I know what I have planned for you," says the Lord. "I have good plans for you. I don't plan to hurt you. I plan to give you hope and a good future." Jeremiah 29:11

May 21

2 John:6 6 And this is love: that we walk in obedience to his commands. As you have heard from the beginning, his command is that you walk in love.

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God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1

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I will listen to what God the Lord says; he promises peace to his people. Psalm 85:8

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The Lord is for me; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? — Psalm 118:6

May 22

1 Corinthians 10:13 - No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to man; and God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the way of escape also, so that you will be able to endure it.

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This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him. 1 John 4:9

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John 14:12 – Most assuredly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do will he do also; and greater works than these he will do, because I go to My Father.

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Ephesians 2:10 – For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.

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Galatians 5:22-23 – But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.

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Believe on the Lord Jesus and you will be saved, along with your entire household. Acts 16:31

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Good will come to those who are generous and lend freely, who conduct their affairs with justice. Psalm 112:5

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Proverbs 11:25 A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.

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I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power together with all the Lord's holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—?that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. ?—Ephesians 3:16-19

May 23

Have mercy on me, O God, according to your unfailing love; according to your great compassion blot out my transgressions. Wash away all my iniquity and cleanse me from my sin. Psalm 51:1-2

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Psalm 104:33 – I will sing to the Lord all my life; I will sing praise to my God as long as I live.

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Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path. Psalm 119:105

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Colossians 3:16 – Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.

May 24

Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God. Hebrew 13:16

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If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. James 1:5

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Those who love your law have great peace. Nothing causes them to stumble. - Psalms 119:165

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For I am with you to deliver you, says the Lord. Jeremiah 1:8b

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The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore. —Psalm 121:8

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The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes His steps. Proverbs 16:9

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God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. Psalm 46:1

May 25

Psalm 42:1 As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God.

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Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always. 1 Chronicles 16:11

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Proverbs 18:10 – The name of the Lord is a strong tower: and the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.

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The Lord your God is with you wherever you go. — Joshua 1:9

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The Lord is my light and my salvation; Whom shall I fear? — Psalm 27:1

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The Lord is my strength and my shield; My heart trusted in Him, and I am helped; Therefore my heart greatly rejoices, And with my song I will praise Him. — Psalm 28:7

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The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. Isaiah 40:28

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Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world. John 16:33

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The righteous person may have many troubles, but the LORD delivers him from them all. —Psalm 34:19

May 26

If you keep my commandments, you will remain in my love; even as I have kept my Father's commandments, and remain in his love. I have spoken these things to you, that my joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be made full. - John 15:10-11

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Matthew 6:31-33 – Therefore, do not be anxious, saying, "What shall we eat?" or "What shall we drink?" or "What shall we wear?" For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.

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God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. — Psalm 46:1

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Go home to your friends, and tell them what wonderful things the Lord has done for you. Mark 5:19

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Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other. Romans 12:10

May 27

13 Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. 14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, 15 and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. 16 In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. 17 Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. - Ephesians 6:13-17

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Do everything in love. 1 Corinthians 16:14

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A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man keeps himself under control. — Proverbs 29:11

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John 3:17 17 For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.

May 28

Yet you, LORD, are our Father. We are the clay, you are the potter; we are all the work of your hand. Isaiah 64:8

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Psalm 59:16-17 16 But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble. 17 You are my strength, I sing praise to you; you, God, are my fortress, my God on whom I can rely.

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Psalm 139:1-3 – Lord, you have tested me, so you know all about me. You know when I sit down and when I get up. You know my thoughts from far away. You know where I go and where I lie down. You know everything I do.

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Psalm 139:23-24 – God, examine me and know my mind. Test me and know all my worries. Make sure that I am not going the wrong way. Lead me on the path that has always been right.

May 29

So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. ?—Colossians 2:6-7

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"Trust in the Lord with all your heart; lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge HIM, and He will guide your paths." (Proverbs 3:5-6)

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"The mind of man plans his way, but the LORD directs his steps." (Proverbs 16:9, Proverbs 20:24)

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"The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD, and he delights in his way." (Psalm 37:23)

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"I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord. Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11)

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James 1:5 NIV If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.

May 30

1 John 4:19 NIV We love because he first loved us.

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Do everything without complaining or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe as you hold out the word of life -- in order that I may boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor for nothing. Philippians 2:14-16

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Philippians 2:13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.

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Colossians 3:13 – Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.

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Romans 12:18 – If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.

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Not even a sparrow, worth only half a penny, can fall to the ground without your Father knowing it. And the very hairs on your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are more valuable to him than a whole flock of sparrows. Matthew 10:29-31

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"But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you." Matthew 5:44

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In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I will not be afraid. What can mortal man do to me? —Psalm 56:4

May 31

Now to him who is able to keep them from stumbling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory in great joy, to God our Savior, who alone is wise, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and forever. Amen. - Jude 1:24-25

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The Lord will keep you from all harm – he will watch over your life. Psalm 121:7

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Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans. — Proverbs 16:3

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Not even a sparrow, worth only half a penny, can fall to the ground without your Father knowing it. And the very hairs on your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are more valuable to him than a whole flock of sparrows. Matthew 10:29-31

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Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. —Philippians 4:6-7

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Every word of God is flawless. He is a shield to those who take refuge in him. - Proverbs 30:5

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If we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us and to cleanse us from every wrong. 1 John 1:9