During times of crisis, encouraging words can give us the motivation needed to get through each day. As a cancer survivor, Heath Ritenour knows firsthand the healing powers of prayer and positive thinking. It is his hope that these inspiring Bible scriptures will strengthen your resolve during times of uncertainty, support you throughout your struggles, and bring peace, comfort, and reassurance to your soul.
- “Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer” — Romans 12:12
- “Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits — who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion.” — Psalm 103:2-4
- “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.” — Isaiah 41:10
- “Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come.” — 2 Corinthians 5:17
- “Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9
- “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.” — James 1:2-3
- “There is a GREAT plan and purpose for your life. Our prayer is that if you feel anxious, if you’re doubting, if you’re fearful, or you feel insecure, that you listen to the voice of truth which says that YOU are more than a conqueror through Him who loves you. You are a child of God. A son or daughter of the King. You were created in love, by love and for love.” — Romans 8:37
- “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” — Philippians 4:6
- “Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.” — Matthew 6:34
- “Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.” — 2 Thessalonians 3:16