This is hard, but God is holding me up.

A Bible affirmation for hard times, rooted in Isaiah 41:10.

Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.

Isaiah 41:10 · BSB

Reflection

God spoke these words to His people when they were surrounded by fear and enemies. Pressure isn't proof that He has left. His righteous right hand is underneath you, even when you can't feel it.

A prayer

Lord, hold me up under this pressure. Don't let me believe hardship means You've left.

More verses for hard times

This hard season is building something in me that will last. Romans 5:3-5 I'm not alone in what I'm carrying today. Psalm 34:18 I don't have to be strong for Jesus. I can come as I am. Matthew 11:28 This trouble is real, but it isn't forever. 2 Corinthians 4:17 Jesus has overcome the world, so I can take heart. John 16:33 This suffering is for a little while. God will restore me. 1 Peter 5:10 This trial is building perseverance in me. James 1:2-4 What I'm going through now can't compare to what God has ahead. Romans 8:18 God is good, and He's my stronghold on this hard day. Nahum 1:7 What was meant to harm me, God can use for good. Genesis 50:20 My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. Psalm 121:1-2

All verses by season of life