Biblical confidence is bold trust in God, not self-hype: I can do all things through Christ (Philippians 4:13); God hath not given us the spirit of fear (2 Timothy 1:7); we come boldly unto the throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16); and if God be for us, who can be against us? (Romans 8:31).
Confidence in Scripture is settled courage because God is with you—not arrogance or empty bravado. These twelve King James passages build bold trust, access to the throne, and a quiet heart that does not panic—distinct from strength God supplies in weakness or general encouragement.
Bold access and a sound mind
1. Hebrews 4:16
"Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need."
Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. Confidence approaches God for help.
2. 2 Timothy 1:7
"For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind."
For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. Fear is not the Spirit's gift; power, love, and soundness are.
3. Ephesians 3:12
"In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him."
In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him. Faith in Christ opens confident access to God.
4. 1 John 5:14
"And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us:"
And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us. Confidence asks according to His will.
The Lord is on my side
5. Romans 8:31
"What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?"
What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? God's "for us" steadies courage against opposition.
6. Psalms 118:6
"The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me?"
The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me? Side-with-God confidence shrinks human threats.
7. Isaiah 41:10
"Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness."
Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee… Fear fades when God's presence and help are near.
8. Joshua 1:9
"Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest."
Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid… for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.
Courage that rests in God
9. Philippians 4:13
"I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me."
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. Confidence for the task rests on Christ's strengthening, not self-sufficiency.
10. Proverbs 3:26
"For the LORD shall be thy confidence, and shall keep thy foot from being taken."
For the LORD shall be thy confidence, and shall keep thy foot from being taken. The LORD Himself is your confidence—and your guard.
11. Psalms 27:3
"Though an host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear: though war should rise against me, in this will I be confident."
Though an host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear: though war should rise against me, in this will I be confident.
12. Proverbs 28:1
"The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion."
The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. Righteousness and boldness belong together.
A short prayer
Lord, be my confidence. Drive out the spirit of fear; give me power, love, and a sound mind. Help me come boldly to Your throne and walk strong because You are with me. In Jesus' name, amen.
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Frequently asked questions
What Bible verse is good for confidence?
Philippians 4:13, 2 Timothy 1:7, Hebrews 4:16, and Romans 8:31 are among the most shared verses for confidence in God.
Where does the Bible say come boldly to the throne of grace?
Hebrews 4:16. Believers may approach God's throne boldly to obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.
What does "God hath not given us the spirit of fear" mean?
2 Timothy 1:7 contrasts fear with power, love, and a sound mind—gifts from God for faithful courage.
Is biblical confidence the same as self-confidence?
Scripture roots confidence in the Lord (Proverbs 3:26; Romans 8:31), not in self-exaltation. Boldness flows from God's presence and Christ's strength.
Sources: All Scripture quotations are from the King James Version (KJV), public domain in the United States. References were checked against the KJV text from bible-api.com.
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