Bible Verses about Peace - Scriptures for Comfort and Rest
You are not alone in your need for peace. This world is filled with hardships and trials. It is easy to become more worried and anxious daily as you face relationship struggles, financial problems, bad news, and grief. However, Scripture can remind us of God's promise of peace. The Bible tells us that Jesus came to give us peace! We have collected some of our favorite Bible verses about peace to bring you comfort and security.
If we seek out God's plan for peace in our lives, through spending time in Scripture and praying, we can experience a peace that passes all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Both the Old and New Testament provide Bible verses for peace that can speak healing and calm into your life. May you feel a renewed sense of being fully loved and fully protected by God as you read peace-filled Scriptures.
I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world. ~ John 16:33
Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every way. The Lord be with you all. ~ 2 Thessalonians 3:16
You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you. ~ Isaiah 26:3
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. ~ Matthew 5:9
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid. ~ John 14:27
Prayer for Peace: Dear God, as I read your Holy Word, help me to feel supernatural peace and comfort flood my heart and mind. I have been so worried and anxious and have forgotten to turn to you for strength. Today I lay my worries and struggles at your feet and ask for your peace that passes understanding. Thank you, God, for loving me and for sending your Son, Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace. Amen.
Discover some of the best Bible verses for peace in the Scripture list below.
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11 The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace.
16 Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.
7 You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance.
8 I will listen to what God the Lord says; he promises peace to his people, his faithful servants- but let them not turn to folly.
165 Great peace have those who love your law, and nothing can make them stumble.
3 You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.
12 You will go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and hills will burst into song before you, and all the trees of the field will clap their hands.
28 "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light."
27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
33 "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."
33 For God is not a God of disorder but of peace-as in all the congregations of the Lord's people.
13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
6 The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace.
15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.
8 In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.
9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
1 Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, 2 through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God.
21 "Submit to God and be at peace with him; in this way prosperity will come to you. 22 Accept instruction from his mouth and lay up his words in your heart.
12 Whoever of you loves life and desires to see many good days, 13 keep your tongue from evil and your lips from telling lies.
7 When the Lord takes pleasure in anyone's way, he causes their enemies to make peace with them.
11 The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace.
14 Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.
11 But the meek will inherit the land and enjoy peace and prosperity.
5 But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.
10 Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed," says the Lord, who has compassion on you.
7 You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance.
20 Deceit is in the hearts of those who plot evil, but those who promote peace have joy.
1 The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, 3 he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name's sake. 4 Even though I walk through the darkest valley,I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. 5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
17 For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit,
18 If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.
165 Great peace have those who love your law, and nothing can make them stumble. 166 I wait for your salvation, Lord, and I follow your commands. 167 I obey your statutes, for I love them greatly. 168 I obey your precepts and your statutes, for all my ways are known to you. 169 May my cry come before you, Lord; give me understanding according to your word. 170 May my supplication come before you; deliver me according to your promise. 171 May my lips overflow with praise, for you teach me your decrees. 172 May my tongue sing of your word, for all your commands are righteous. 173 May your hand be ready to help me, for I have chosen your precepts. 174 I long for your salvation, Lord, and your law gives me delight. 175 Let me live that I may praise you, and may your laws sustain me. 176 I have strayed like a lost sheep. Seek your servant, for I have not forgotten your commands.
19 Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.
