Bible Verses About Self-Worth

The Bible actually has quite a bit to say about self-confidence, self-worth, and self-respect. The Good Book informs us that self-worth is given to us from God. He provides us with strength and all that we need to live a godly life.

When we're looking for direction, it helps to know who we are in Christ. With this knowledge, God gives us the self-assurance we need to walk the path he has provided for us.

As we grow in faith, our confidence in God grows. He is always there for us. He is our strength, our shield, and our helper. Growing closer to God means growing more confident in our beliefs.

The version of the Bible where each quote comes from is noted at the end of each item. Versions cited include: Contemporary English Version (CEV), English Standard Version (ESV), King James Version (KJV), New American Standard Bible (NASB), New International Version (NIV), New King James Version (NKJV), and New Living Translation (NLT).

Our Confidence Comes From God

Philippians 4:13

"I can do all this through him who gives me strength." (NIV)

2 Timothy 1:7

"For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love, and self-discipline." (NIV)

Psalm 139:13–14

"You are the one who put me together inside my mother’s body, and I praise you because of the wonderful way you created me. Everything you do is marvelous! Of this, I have no doubt." (CEV)

Proverbs 3:6

"Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take." (NLT)

Proverbs 3:26

"For the Lord will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being caught." (ESV)

Psalm 138:8

"The Lord will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O Lord, endureth for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands." (KJV)

Galatians 2:20

"I have died, but Christ lives in me. And I now live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave his life for me." (CEV)

1 Corinthians 2:3–5

"I came to you in weakness—timid and trembling. And my message and my preaching were very plain. Rather than using clever and persuasive speeches, I relied only on the power of the Holy Spirit. I did this so you would trust not in human wisdom but in the power of God." (NLT)

Acts 1:8

"But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth." (NKJV)

Keep God With You on Your Path

Hebrews 10:35–36

"Therefore, do not throw away your confidence, which has a great reward. For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God, you may receive what was promised." (NASB)

Philippians 1:6

"And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns." (NLT)

Matthew 6:34

"Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own." (NIV)

Hebrews 4:16

"So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most." (NLT)

James 1:12

"God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward, they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him." (NLT)

Romans 8:30

"And these whom He predestined, He also called; and these whom He called, He also justified; and these whom He justified, He also glorified." (NASB)

Hebrews 13:6

"So we say with confidence, 'The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?'” (NIV)

Psalm 27:3

"Though an army besieges me, my heart will not fear; though war breaks out against me, even then I will be confident." (NIV)

Joshua 1:9

"This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord, your God is with you wherever you go." (NLT)

Be Confident in Faith

1 John 4:18

"Such love has no fear because perfect love expels all fear. If we are afraid, it is for fear of punishment, and this shows that we have not fully experienced his perfect love." (NLT)

Philippians 4:4–7

"Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand. 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 understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." (NKJV)

2 Corinthians 12:9

"But he said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me." (NIV)

2 Timothy 2:1

"Timothy, my child, Christ Jesus is kind, and you must let him make you strong." (CEV)

2 Timothy 1:12

"That’s why I am suffering now. But I am not ashamed! I know the one I have faith in, and I am sure that he can guard until the last day what he has trusted me with." (CEV)

Isaiah 40:31

"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." (NIV)

Isaiah 41:10

"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." (NIV)

Edited by Mary Fairchild