Depression can feel overwhelming. It can bring deep sadness, loneliness, exhaustion, and a sense of hopelessness. During these difficult moments, many people turn to the Bible for comfort, strength, and reassurance.
The Scriptures remind us that God is close to the brokenhearted, that He cares deeply about our pain, and that His promises bring hope even in the darkest seasons of life.
The following 100 Bible verses for depression offer encouragement, peace, and healing for anyone struggling emotionally or spiritually.
Bible Verses About God’s Presence in Hard Times
1. Psalm 34:18
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
2. Isaiah 41:10
“So do not fear, for I am with you.”
3. Psalm 23:4
“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil.”
4. Deuteronomy 31:8
“The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you.”
5. Joshua 1:9
“Be strong and courageous… for the Lord your God will be with you.”
6. Matthew 28:20
“I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
7. Isaiah 43:2
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you.”
8. Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength.”
9. Hebrews 13:5
“Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.”
10. Zephaniah 3:17
“The Lord your God is with you.”
Bible Verses About Comfort and Peace
11. Matthew 11:28
“Come to me, all you who are weary.”
12. John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.”
13. Philippians 4:6–7
“Do not be anxious about anything.”
14. 2 Corinthians 1:3–4
“The God of all comfort.”
15. Psalm 147:3
“He heals the brokenhearted.”
16. Isaiah 26:3
“You will keep in perfect peace.”
17. John 16:33
“In this world you will have trouble.”
18. Psalm 55:22
“Cast your cares on the Lord.”
19. 1 Peter 5:7
“Cast all your anxiety on him.”
20. Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with joy.”
Bible Verses About Hope
21. Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you.”
22. Romans 8:28
“God works all things together for good.”
23. Psalm 30:5
“Weeping may stay for the night.”
24. Isaiah 40:31
“Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.”
25. Romans 5:3–4
“Suffering produces perseverance.”
26. Hebrews 10:23
“Let us hold unswervingly to the hope.”
27. Psalm 42:11
“Put your hope in God.”
28. Lamentations 3:22–23
“His compassions never fail.”
29. Romans 12:12
“Be joyful in hope.”
30. Psalm 126:5
“Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.”
Bible Verses About Strength During Weakness
31. Isaiah 40:29
“He gives strength to the weary.”
32. 2 Corinthians 12:9
“My grace is sufficient for you.”
33. Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through Christ.”
34. Psalm 73:26
“My flesh and my heart may fail.”
35. Nehemiah 8:10
“The joy of the Lord is your strength.”
36. Psalm 28:7
“The Lord is my strength.”
37. Isaiah 41:13
“I take hold of your right hand.”
38. Psalm 18:32
“It is God who arms me with strength.”
39. Exodus 15:2
“The Lord is my strength and my defense.”
40. Psalm 59:16
“You are my fortress.”
Bible Verses About Trusting God
41. Proverbs 3:5–6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart.”
42. Psalm 37:5
“Commit your way to the Lord.”
43. Psalm 56:3
“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.”
44. Isaiah 26:4
“Trust in the Lord forever.”
45. Psalm 9:10
“Those who know your name trust in you.”
46. Nahum 1:7
“The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble.”
47. Psalm 62:8
“Pour out your hearts to him.”
48. Psalm 20:7
“We trust in the name of the Lord.”
49. Isaiah 12:2
“God is my salvation.”
50. Psalm 125:1
“Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion.”
Bible Verses About Healing
51. Psalm 41:3
“The Lord sustains them on their sickbed.”
52. Jeremiah 17:14
“Heal me, Lord, and I will be healed.”
53. Isaiah 53:5
“By his wounds we are healed.”
54. Psalm 103:2–3
“He forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases.”
55. James 5:15
“The prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well.”
56. 3 John 1:2
“I pray that you may enjoy good health.”
57. Psalm 107:20
“He sent out his word and healed them.”
58. Jeremiah 30:17
“I will restore you to health.”
59. Isaiah 58:8
“Your healing will quickly appear.”
60. Psalm 6:2
“Heal me, Lord.”
Bible Verses About God’s Love
61. Romans 8:38–39
“Nothing can separate us from the love of God.”
62. John 3:16
“For God so loved the world.”
63. 1 John 4:9
“This is how God showed his love.”
64. Psalm 136:1
“His love endures forever.”
65. Zephaniah 3:17
“He will rejoice over you with singing.”
66. Romans 5:8
“God demonstrates his own love for us.”
67. Psalm 63:3
“Your love is better than life.”
68. Ephesians 3:18–19
“Know the love of Christ.”
69. Lamentations 3:31–32
“The Lord will not reject forever.”
70. Isaiah 54:10
“My unfailing love will not be shaken.”
Bible Verses About Courage
71. Joshua 1:9
“Do not be afraid.”
72. Psalm 27:1
“The Lord is my light and my salvation.”
73. Isaiah 35:4
“Be strong, do not fear.”
74. 2 Timothy 1:7
“God gave us a spirit not of fear.”
75. Psalm 31:24
“Be strong and take heart.”
76. Psalm 112:7
“They will have no fear of bad news.”
77. Isaiah 43:1
“Do not fear, for I have redeemed you.”
78. Psalm 118:6
“The Lord is with me.”
79. Deuteronomy 20:4
“The Lord your God goes with you.”
80. 1 Chronicles 16:11
“Look to the Lord and his strength.”
Final Encouraging Verses
81. Psalm 121:1–2
“My help comes from the Lord.”
82. Psalm 16:8
“I will not be shaken.”
83. Psalm 91:2
“He is my refuge.”
84. Isaiah 40:11
“He gathers the lambs in his arms.”
85. Romans 8:18
“Our present sufferings are not worth comparing.”
86. Psalm 118:24
“This is the day the Lord has made.”
87. John 8:12
“I am the light of the world.”
88. Hebrews 6:19
“We have this hope as an anchor.”
89. Revelation 21:4
“He will wipe every tear.”
90. Psalm 37:23–24
“Though he may stumble, he will not fall.”
Final Set
91. Psalm 94:19
“When anxiety was great within me.”
92. Isaiah 61:3
“A garment of praise instead of despair.”
93. Psalm 121:7–8
“The Lord will keep you.”
94. Matthew 5:4
“Blessed are those who mourn.”
95. John 14:1
“Do not let your hearts be troubled.”
96. Psalm 34:4
“He delivered me from all my fears.”
97. Psalm 40:1–2
“He lifted me out of the slimy pit.”
98. Isaiah 49:15–16
“I will not forget you.”
99. Psalm 145:18
“The Lord is near to all who call on him.”
100. 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18
“Rejoice always, pray continually.”
Conclusion
Depression and emotional struggles are real and difficult experiences, but the Bible reminds us that God’s presence, love, and promises are always available. Scripture offers comfort, hope, and healing to those who are hurting.
These 100 Bible verses for depression remind believers that they are not alone. God sees every tear, understands every burden, and offers peace that surpasses understanding.
In the darkest moments, these verses encourage us to remember one powerful truth: God’s light shines even in the deepest darkness.
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