Hearing a Word From God in Our Troubles

We all have troubles, struggles, adversity and problems in life, and in that time, hearing a word from our Heavenly Father can help and comfort the heart. From new Christians to seasoned veterans, those times come in life when we have a need to hear from the most high God. Here is a list of verses from the Bible that focus on seeking and hearing from God during times of struggle, problems, or troubles, with a brief explanation to provide insight and inspiration.

1. Jeremiah 33:3 – “Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known.”
   • God invites us to reach out to Him in prayer, promising divine revelations and guidance in response to our call.
2. Matthew 7:7 -12 “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. 8 For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened. 9 Or what man is there among you who, if his son asks for bread, will give him a stone? 10 Or if he asks for a fish, will he give him a serpent? 11 If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask Him.
   • These verses say it all, if you are facing troubles in your life, ask, seek or knock is an invitation to gain understanding in all that we go through in life.
3. James 1:5 – “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.”
   • This passage encourages us to ask God for wisdom, which He gives freely and without judgment, especially when we face uncertain situations.
4. Psalm 46: – “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
   • This verse reassures us that God is a safe place and provides the strength we need when we face difficulties.
5. Psalm 50:15 – “Call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify me.”
   • God promises deliverance when we seek Him during hardships, highlighting a mutual relationship of trust and praise.
6. 2 Chronicles 20:15 – “Thus says the Lord to you, ‘Do not be afraid and do not be dismayed at this great horde, for the battle is not yours but God’s.’”
   • This verse reminds us that God is in control, especially in overwhelming situations where we feel powerless.
7. Philippians 4:6-7 – “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
   • Encourages believers to replace anxiety with prayer and gratitude, assuring that God’s peace will protect our emotional and mental states.
8. Psalm 34:17-18 – “When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
   • This passage offers comfort in knowing that God is attentive to the cries of His people and is close to those who are feeling broken or downtrodden.
9. Isaiah 41:10 – “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
   • God speaks directly to our fears, promising His presence, strength, and support.
10. Matthew 11:28-30 – “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”
    • Jesus invites those who are weary and burdened to find rest in Him, offering relief and peace.
11. Psalm 91:15 – “When he calls to me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble; I will rescue him and honor him.”
    • Assurance that God responds to our calls for help, promises His presence in our troubles, and brings us to a place of honor.
12. John 16:33 – “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”
    • Jesus acknowledges the reality of troubles but offers His peace, reminding us of His victory over the world’s challenges.
13. Psalm 121:1-2 – “I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.”
    • A poetic reminder to look beyond our immediate circumstances and rely on the Lord, the Creator of all, for help.
14. Isaiah 30:21 – “And your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, ‘This is the way, walk in it,’ when you turn to the right or when you turn to the left.”
    • This verse promises divine guidance, assuring that God will direct us in the way we should go during times of decision.
15. Job 33:14-16 – “For God does speak—now one way, now another—though no one perceives it. In a dream, in a vision of the night, when deep sleep falls on people as they slumber in their beds, he may speak in their ears and terrify them with warnings.”
    • This passage reminds us that God communicates in various ways, often beyond our normal perception and understanding.
16. Revelation 3:20 – “Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.”
    • Symbolizes an invitation from Jesus to engage in personal fellowship, highlighting the intimate relationship offered to those who respond to His voice.
17. 1 Peter 5:7 – “Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”
    • Encourages us to release our worries to God, trusting in His compassionate care for us.
18. Psalm 32:8 – “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you.”
    • God promises personal guidance and instruction, watching over us with care.

These verses together emphasize the importance of seeking God’s presence, guidance, and peace in the midst of life’s troubles. They inspire faith and trust in God’s providential care.