Bible Verses About Depression and Hope (KJV)
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Explore comforting Bible verses from the KJV about depression and hope. Find encouragement, strength, and renewed faith during difficult seasons.
6 verses
Key Verses
Psalm 34:18
The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.
When you feel crushed, God draws near. Brokenness is not distance—it's a place God meets you.
Psalm 42:11
Why art thou cast down, O my soul?... hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him...
This verse models honest self-talk: acknowledge the darkness, then choose hope in God.
Lamentations 3:22
It is of the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.
Hope starts with mercy. Even in grief, God's compassion remains active and steady.
Lamentations 3:23
They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.
A fresh morning is a fresh mercy. God's faithfulness outlasts the darkest night.
Isaiah 41:13
For I the LORD thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee.
God doesn't only command courage—He offers help. He holds you up when you can't.
Romans 15:13
Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing...
Hope is something God gives. Faith becomes the channel where joy and peace return.
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