Bible Verses About Reliance

Matthew 6:7 But when you pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.

In recent years, we have seen that disasters such as plagues, wars, famines, earthquakes, and floods are more and more serious around the world. Especially in 2021, disasters are occurring more frequently and more seriously than before. Many people are concerned about disasters that may befall them, and they want to be protected by God during disasters, but few seek what God’s will is when disasters occur. In fact, the occurrence of these disasters is exactly the sign of the Lord’s return, indicating that the Lord has already returned. Only if we welcome the Lord’s return can we have the chance to gain God’s protection. Read these Bible verses about disasters and relevant words of God, and you will find the way to welcome the Lord’s return and receive protection. As long as we seek with an open heart, God will guide us. 1. Bible Verses About End-Time Disasters Matthew 24:7–8 For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom: and there shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes, in divers places. All these are the beginning of sorrows. Revelation 6:8 And I looked, and behold a pale horse: and his name that sat on him was Death, and Hell followed with him. And power was given to them over the fourth part of the earth, to kill with sword, and with hunger, and with death, and with the beasts of the earth. Luke 21:11 And great earthquakes shall be in divers places, and famines, and pestilences; and fearful sights and great signs shall there be from heaven. Revelation 16:17–18 And the seventh angel poured out his vial into the air; and there came a great voice out of the temple of heaven, from the throne, saying, It is done. And there were voices, and thunders, and lightning; and there was a great earthquake, such as was not since men were on the earth, so mighty an earthquake, and so great. Revelation 8:7 The first angel sounded, and there followed hail and fire mingled with blood, and they were cast on the earth: and the third part of trees was burnt up, and all green grass was burnt up. 2. The Only Way to Be Protected From Disasters “Behold, I come quickly” (Revelation 22:12). This is the Lord Jesus’ promise to people 2,000 years ago. Now disasters are occurring, which precisely fulfills the prophecies of the Lord’s return. The Lord has already come back and expressed the truth to do the work of judging and purifying mankind to completely save people from the bondage of sin, so that we can have the chance to survive the disasters and be brought into the heavenly kingdom. Sending down disasters is a way by which God saves us. Then how can we welcome the Lord and find the only way to gain protection? Read on. Revelation 3:20 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear My voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with Me. Revelation 2:7 He that has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. Matthew 25:6 And at midnight there was a cry made, Behold, the bridegroom comes; go you out to meet him. John 10:27 My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me.

Psalm 24:1 The earth is the LORD’s, and the fullness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein. Psalm 80:19 Turn us again, O LORD God of hosts, cause your face to shine; and we shall be saved. Psalm 91:1-2 He that dwells in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust. Psalm 139:4 For there is not a word in my tongue, but, see, O LORD, you know it altogether. Psalm 145:3 Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; and his greatness is unsearchable. 1 Chronicles 29:11 Yours, O LORD is the greatness, and the power, and the glory, and the victory, and the majesty: for all that is in the heaven and in the earth is yours; your is the kingdom, O LORD, and you are exalted as head above all. Jeremiah 32:17 Ah Lord GOD! behold, you have made the heaven and the earth by your great power and stretched out arm, and there is nothing too hard for you. Jeremiah 32:27 Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh: is there any thing too hard for me? Luke 1:37 For with God nothing shall be impossible. Revelation 1:8 I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, said the Lord, which is, and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty. Ephesians 6:10 Finally, my brothers, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Daniel 2:22 He reveals the deep and secret things: he knows what is in the darkness, and the light dwells with him. Ezekiel 34:26 And I will make them and the places round about my hill a blessing; and I will cause the shower to come down in his season; there shall be showers of blessing. 1 Samuel 2:7 The LORD makes poor, and makes rich: he brings low, and lifts up.

Mark 11:24 Therefore I say to you, What things soever you desire, when you pray, believe that you receive them, and you shall have them.

Is it very important to fear God? Yes, very important. It relates to mankind’s attitude toward God. If we have a heart that fears God, we will seek God’s will in everything and do it according to God’s requirements. Take Job, he feared God and shunned evil. He hated his children’s feasting, so he always prayed and gave sacrifice for them. Moreover, he stood testimony satisfying God when he was tempted by Satan. Let’s read the following Bible verses about fear of God, hoping you can get enlightenment and encouragement from them. Proverbs 16:6 By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil. Proverbs 3:7 Be not wise in your own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. Job 1:1 There was a man in the land of Uz, whose name was Job; and that man was perfect and upright, and one that feared God, and eschewed evil. Proverbs 9:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding. Job 28:28 And to man he said, Behold, the fear of the LORD, that is wisdom; and to depart from evil is understanding. Ecclesiastes 12:13 Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man. Proverbs 1:7 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction. Proverbs 10:27 The fear of the LORD prolongs days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened. Proverbs 19:23 The fear of the LORD tends to life: and he that has it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil. Psalm 33:18-19 Behold, the eye of the LORD is on them that fear him, on them that hope in his mercy; To deliver their soul from death, and to keep them alive in famine.

  Proverbs 17:22 A merry heart does good like a medicine: but a broken spirit dries the bones. Psalm 69:32 The humble shall see this, and be glad: and your heart shall live that seek God. Philippians 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice. Luke 1:14 And you shall have joy and gladness; and many shall rejoice at his birth. 1 Thessalonians 2:19 For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Are not even you in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at his coming? Romans 12:12 Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; Matthew 5:12 Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you. Revelation 19:7 Let us be glad and rejoice, and give honor to him: for the marriage of the Lamb is come, and his wife has made herself ready.

When our faith becomes weak in difficulties, we need God’s presence; when we feel afraid due to frequent disasters, we are more in need of God’s presence. The following biblical verses and related content will help you find the way to have God with you. Biblical Verses About God With Us Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD your God, he it is that does go with you; he will not fail you, nor forsake you. Psalm 23:4 Yes, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for you are with me; your rod and your staff they comfort me. John 14:16 And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever. Isaiah 41:10 Fear you not; for I am with you: be not dismayed; for I am your God: I will strengthen you; yes, I will help you; yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness. How to Obtain God’s Presence Luke 12:40 Be you therefore ready also: for the Son of man comes at an hour when you think not. Matthew 25:6 And at midnight there was a cry made, Behold, the bridegroom comes; go you out to meet him. Revelation 3:20 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me. Revelation 3:3 Remember therefore how you have received and heard, and hold fast, and repent. If therefore you shall not watch, I will come on you as a thief, and you shall not know what hour I will come on you. Revelation 16:15 Behold, I come as a thief. Blessed is he that watches, and keeps his garments, lest he walk naked, and they see his shame. How to Gain God’s Presence In recent years, all kinds of disasters have occurred constantly. Prophecies of the Lord’s return have come true. Have you discovered that you often can’t feel the Lord’s presence when praying and cannot gain new light when reading the Bible? Then how can you have God with you and gain God’s enlightenment and illumination? The following biblical verses and words of God will bring you help. Matthew 25:6 And at midnight there was a cry made, Behold, the bridegroom comes; go you out to meet him. Revelation 3:20 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear My voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with Me. John 10:27 My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me.

John 16:33 These things I have spoken to you, that in me you might have peace. In the world you shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. Hebrews 4:15-16 For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. 1 Peter 5:7 Casting all your care on him; for he cares for you. 1 Peter 1:6-7 Wherein you greatly rejoice, though now for a season, if need be, you are in heaviness through manifold temptations: That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perishes, though it be tried with fire, might be found to praise and honor and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ: 1 Peter 5:10 But the God of all grace, who has called us to his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that you have suffered a while, make you perfect, establish, strengthen, settle you. 1 Corinthians 10:13 There has no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that you are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that you may be able to bear it. 2 Corinthians 1:7 And our hope of you is steadfast, knowing, that as you are partakers of the sufferings, so shall you be also of the consolation. James 1:12 Blessed is the man that endures temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord has promised to them that love him.