Sometimes, we can reach a place of desperation. If you’re there right now, please read and consider these top 13 Bible verses to read when you’re desperate.

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Although he was a son, he learned obedience through what he suffered.

- Hebrews 5:8

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Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? And not one of them will fall to the ground apart from your Father. But even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.

- Matthew 10:29-31

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Because he holds fast to me in love, I will deliver him; I will protect him, because he knows my name. When he calls to me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble; I will rescue him and honor him. With long life I will satisfy him and show him my salvation.

- Psalm 91:14-16

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As a father shows compassion to his children, so the LORD shows compassion to those who fear him. For he knows our frame; he remembers that we are dust.

- Psalm 103:13-14

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Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.

- Matthew 10:28-30

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But made himself nothing, taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.

- Philippians 2:7-8

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In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials, so that the tested genuineness of your faith—more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire—may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

- 1 Peter 1:6-7

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Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.

- 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

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and call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify me.”

- Psalm 50:15

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Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.

- James 1:12

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Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you."

- Deuteronomy 31:6

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Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go."

- Joshua 1:9

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5 Stories From The Bible To Read When You’re Desperate

Here are 5 stories from the Bible you can read when you’re feeling desperate.

Killing the Anxiety

One way to slay the dragon of fear is with faith or trust and we can trust that God will work everything out for our best.  We have His promise of that (Romans 8:28), so “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).  When you pray about everything, you’re not anxious about everything, and this brings the peace of God which can guard our hearts (Philippians 4:7).

Ask for Wisdom

When you’re in a desperate situation, the only thing you can do is to pray about it, and then pray for the wisdom about how to handle the situation.  James says, “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him” (James 1:5).  Why wouldn’t God answer that prayer?  Ask for His wisdom, but keep in mind, He may use someone else as a means of passing on His wisdom, only doing it through them.

No More Fear

Thankfully, Christians no longer have to fear God’s wrath…the wrath that was previously being stored up against us, was satisfied by Jesus on the cross and we are now freed to fear no more about the wrath of God.  The Apostle John wrote that “There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love” (1 John 4:18).  God loved you enough to have Jesus die for you, so why would you fear God’s wrath now?

Glorifying God

Did you know that when we’re in real trouble and we cry out to God for a miracle, and then He answers that prayer, God is glorified?  That’s why we pray in Jesus’ name, so that His name may receive glory.  God has told us to “call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify me” (Psalm 50:15).  He receives glory by answered prayer.

Times of Trouble

When your day of trouble comes, and it surely will come, then God says, call out to Him, for He says, “I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble; I will rescue him and honor him” (Psalm 91:15).  What a privilege to come to God in prayer, seeking His help, and especially in times when only God can help us.  Our friends may help us out of some trouble, but when trouble comes where no one can help, that’s the time to cry out to God and He will rescue you in your time of trouble.

If you know of someone who is in a desperate place right now, keep in contact with them, and check on them to make sure they’re okay, and maybe share these top 13 Bible verses to read when you’re desperate.