30 Bible Verses Every Christian Should Know {with FREE PDF Bible Reading Plan}

Here are 30 Bible verses every Christian should know. These popular verses are meaningful as you grow in faith and grow closer to Jesus as your Savior. We’ve also included a free PDF printable Bible reading plan to download and use for your daily devotion time with God.

Every Word in the Bible is True & Valuable

Every word in the Bible is important. Before we dig into this list of popular Bible verses, it’s important to point out that we aren’t choosing one section of Scripture as being more valuable than another.

The Bible says,

“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,  so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.”

1 Timothy 3:16-17

Still, the Bible is a HUGE book with many different books, chapters, and authors. Studying it as a whole can be tough to tackle.

If you are new to studying the Bible, getting back to study, or simply find the Bible overwhelming, these verses are a great place to start because they are verses that are turned to again and again by Christians all over the world. These Scripture passages provide peace, comfort, and strength.

If you are looking for a reading plan that explains the way to salvation through Christ alone, I suggest this plan – 30 Day Way of Salvation Bible reading plan. This Bible reading takes you step-by-step through God’s plan of salvation as explained in the Bible.

Today’s daily Bible reading plan, Bible verses Christians should know, takes you through some of the most famous or popular Bible verses on faith and life. These are verses you often see on t-shirts, books, and quoted by Christians.

Take time this month to see the verses in context of the other verses around them and study what they mean for your life. Use these Bible verses about hope to strengthen your faith for the challenges of life.

Top 30 Bible Verses Every Christian Should Memorize

Memorizing Scripture passages is highly valuable because you carry God’s Word with you to rely on in times of stress, trouble, or even joy. All time spent memorizing God’s Word is useful and valuable.

Here are some verses from this Bible reading plan that are worth your time to memorize.

1. John 3:16 – For God So Loved the World (The Gospel in One Verse)

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.

John 3:16

John 3:16 is perhaps the most famous Bible passage of all time because it clearly explains the way of salvation through Jesus in just a few simple words. For this reason, it’s been called the Gospel in One Verse.

2. Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trust in the Lord with all your heart.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
    and do not lean on your own understanding.
In all your ways acknowledge him,
    and he will make straight your paths.

Proverbs 3:5-6

Proverbs 3:5-6 shows you that God is in control and has a plan for your life. This is a passage I have come back to many times in my life as a reminder that I can trust God to work out His plan, even when I can’t see where to go next.

3. Philippians 4:13 – I can do all things.

I can do all things through him who strengthens me.

Philippians 4:13

Philippians 4:13 is an excellent passage to rely on during times when you feel weak, weary, or exhausted. Some times that I’ve used this Scripture passage include during my long weight loss journey, when I was sick, and parenting children with special needs.

Even youths shall faint and be weary,
    and young men shall fall exhausted;
but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength;
    they shall mount up with wings like eagles;
they shall run and not be weary;
    they shall walk and not faint.

Isaiah 40:30-31

This verse will help you find renewed strength in God’s words in the Bible. Learn to be patient, seek him for the right path to choose in life, and more.

5. Romans 8:28 – All things work for good.

And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.

Romans 8:28

When we give our problems and lives to the Lord, he will help make all things work for good. Even when we hit roadblocks or experience pain, he can make the positive shine through the more challenging moments if we accept his help.

6. Matthew 11:28-30 – My yoke is easy.

 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 11:28-30

When you feel like you are struggling or your soul feels tired, rest in the words you read in the Bible. Apple the scriptures to your life, and surrender the anxiety, pain, fears, etc. He will carry the weight if you genuinely lift your troubles to him.

7. Jeremiah 29:11 – For I know the plans I have for you.

For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.

Jeremiah 29:11

When we feel uncertain or question what we are doing or what lies ahead, we can rest knowing He is in control. He has the plan laid out; all we have to do is walk in faith.

8. Philippians 4:19 – And my God will supply my needs.

And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 4:19

All we have to do is read the word, follow scripture, and let God lead us. He will supply what we need, and we will reap the riches he provides. We may not always have what we want.

9. Romans 8:38-39 – Nothing separates us from the love.

For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Romans 8:38-39

There is nothing in this world that can separate us from God. Even when we struggle and feel alone, He is always with us. Just remember, we are never alone.

10. Psalm 27:1 – The Lord is my light.

The Lord is my light and my salvation;
    whom shall I fear?
The Lord is the stronghold of my life;
    of whom shall I be afraid?

Psalm 27:1

This Bible verse reminds us that if we live Christ-like life, we must remember that there is nothing in this world we should fear, as we will always win.

11. John 14:6 – I am the way, and the truth.

Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.

John 14:6

This verse is an excellent reminder that if we want to navigate life, we must lean into the words on the pages of the Bible. He is the truth, the result, and why we are on earth.

12. Psalm 46:1 – God is our refuge.

God is our refuge and strength,
    a very present help in trouble.

Psalm 46:1

We are not promised never to have hard days or to struggle. The key is when we are going through more challenging times; if we lift our troubles to the Lord and let him handle them, we can find rest in his arms.

13. Joshua 1:9 – Be strong and courageous.

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

No matter where you are headed, God is always by your side. Remember that He lives within you and that if you hand over the pain, fear, worries, etc., He will supply your needs. You can overcome anything in this world.

14. Romans 6:23 – The wages of sin is death.

For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Romans 6:23

When you claim that Jesus Christ is your savior, you are awarded a gift none of us deserve: eternal life. Now, if you walk a life of bad choices and do not follow the Bible, you will not have that eternal life.

15. Psalm 46:10 – Be still and know that I am God.

Be still, and know that I am God.
    I will be exalted among the nations,
    I will be exalted in the earth!

Psalm 46:10

With the sun’s rising, we must take each day and remember that we are not in control. God will lead and direct us if we allow him to move. We have to lay down our hopes and let him have full access to our hearts.

16. Hebrews 13:8 – Jesus never changes.

Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.

Hebrews 13:8

Jesus is always the same. He is always ready to provide comfort, love, and blessings if we accept him and allow him into our lives. We have the opportunity for unconditional love. But we have to live a Godly lifestyle.

17. Matthew 28:19-20 – Go and make disciples of all nations.

Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,  teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.

Matthew 28:19-20

God gives us free will and a choice to follow scripture or live according to it. You can choose whether to apply the word to your life; this scripture reminds you of that.

18. James 1:17 – Every good gift is from the Lord.

 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.

James 1:17

When you pause and look at your life, see all the big and small blessings. All of these beautiful things in life come from the Lord our God. Remember to thank him for all the fantastic blessings he gives you daily, such as a roof over your head, a job to care for your family, etc.

19. Matthew 22:37-39 – You shall love the Lord your God.

And he said to him, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment.  And a second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself.

Matthew 22:37-39

You will find that we are to love God with all we have in our hearts. As well as loving those around us. It is a big reminder that God loves each of us the same. Learning to love your neighbor is more challenging for some, but you will experience freedom when you let go of judging.

20. Micah 6:8 – He has told you.

He has told you, O man, what is good;
    and what does the Lord require of you
but to do justice, and to love kindness,
    and to walk humbly with your God?

Micah 6:8

This Bible verse reminds us that we need to walk in love and kindness and remain humble in all moments of our lives. He tells us how to live if we can obey.

21. 2 Corinthians 5:17 – He is a new creation.

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.

2 Corinthians 5:17

Let go and let God is a phrase you may here Christians say. It is similar to this Scripture passage. Let go of pain, frustration, past hurts, or even habits. You become new when you renew and step into a healthy Christ-like life.

22. Colossians 3:23 – Whatever you do, work heartily.

Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men,

Colossians 3:23

Remember, all we do in this world should be for the Lord, not for man. This world is meant for an in-between space until we live eternally in heaven. Don’t get wrapped up in worldly things and risk sin.

23. Philippians 4: 6-7 – Do not be anxious.

do not be anxious about anything, 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 your minds in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 4: 6-7

This scripture reminds us not to be anxious about struggles, from sickness to financial issues. Give the worries to the Lord to handle. No matter the outcome, if we trust the Lord, we know it will all be good. We always win.

24. Galatians 5: 22-23 – The fruit of the Spirit.

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.

Galatians 5: 22-23

I always try to walk in these fruits of the spirits in life. Always walk with love and be slow to anger or react in all situations. You will gain power when you do.

25. Ephesians 4:29 – Let no corrupt talk come out of your mouth.

Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.

Ephesians 4:29

Our tongue holds so much power in the words we speak. Guard your words because they have so much power. Do not say hateful or vindictive things to others or about others, and instead use your words to build other people up with encouragement.

26. 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 – Love is patient.

Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant  or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.

1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Most of us hear this scripture often, especially at weddings, but this was actually my confirmation verse. This passage of Scripture is an incredible look at what it means to embody this type of love in your relationships.

27. Romans 12:1-2 – A living sacrifice.

I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.

Romans 12:1-2

Remember that this world has a lot of Satan within it. We live faith-based lives and do not give in to worldly things. Renew your mind, care for your body, and walk in love.

28. 1 Peter 5:7 – Cast your anxieties on him.

casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.

1 Peter 5:7

Once again, you read to give your anxiety or struggles to the Lord. The Bible repeatedly states that He WILL carry the burdens if we let go of trying to figure things out on our own. When you try to handle it, He can’t take it on.

29. Luke 2:7- She gave birth to her son.

And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn

Luke 2:7

Here, you see they wrapped him in cloths, and he was in a manger, as there was no place in the inn. We don’t have to come from a rich life; simplicity is okay, as you see here. No matter who we are or how we walk in our lives, we all matter the same.

30. 1 Peter 1:6–7 – In this, rejoice.

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

If you allow the challenges of life to shape and enable you to grow stronger in your walk with the Lord, that is true faith. It is easy to trust when things are easy, but trusting when you are in a storm takes another type of faith. Each time you trust, you become stronger.

Ways to Use this Bible Reading Plan to Grow in Faith

Here are a variety of ways to use this Bible reading plan.

• Use this plan for daily devotions for the next month.
• Use these verse for Bible journaling.
• Read a verse as a family each night during dinner.
• If you are familiar with studying the Bible, see how many you can figure out by looking just at the passage (reference).
• Read the whole chapter to better understand the context of these famous Bible verses.

Which of these famous Bible verses is most meaningful to you? Share about it in the comments.

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