Use these Bible verses for college students to encourage and equip young adults in this huge life transition to college life.
The transition from high school to college can seem daunting. Whether you are going to a school in your hometown or you will be away from home for the first time, there are so many new things happening at once. The classmates and friends you grew up with are splitting up. There is a newfound independence, and a whole lot of growth coming your way.
College can be a trying time for many young adults. In many ways, it is where your faith is tested and becomes your own. But with this new stage of life comes new opportunities, challenges, and temptations. That is why it is so important to seek God’s Word and allow the Word of God to be your foundation as you enter this new season of life.
If you are a parent, friend, or family member of a new college student, or you are a new college student yourself looking for guidance and encouragement as you enter college life, these Bible verses for college students are a wonderful reminder of God’s promises and instructions to you.
32 Bible Verses For College Students
1. Isaiah 40:30-31 – Those Who Hope In The Lord Will Renew Their Strength
Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall;
but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint.
– Isaiah 40:30-31
2. Psalm 145:18 – He Is Near To Those Who Call On Him
The Lord is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth.
– Psalm 145:18
3. Romans 8:28-29 – Everything Works For The Good Of Those Who Love God
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him,
who have been called according to His purpose.
For those God foreknew He also predestined
to be conformed to the image of His Son,
that He might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters.
– Romans 8:28-29
4. 1 Peter 5:7 – Cast All Your Worries And Cares On Him
Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.
– 1 Peter 5:7
5. Colossians 2:6-7 – Be Rooted And Built Up In Christ
So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord,
continue to live your lives in Him, rooted and built up in Him,
strengthened in the faith as you were taught,
and overflowing with thankfulness.
– Colossians 2:6-7
6. Isaiah 41:10 – He Will Strengthen You And Help You
So do not fear, for I am with you;
do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
– Isaiah 41:10
7. John 14:27 – He Gives You His Peace
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.
I do not give to you as the world gives.
Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
– John 14:27
8. Philippians 1:6 – He Will Complete The Good Work That He Has Started In You
Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you
will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.
– Philippians 1:6
9. Matthew 11:28-30 – He Will Give You Rest From Your Burdens And Weariness
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened,
and I will give you rest.
Take my yoke upon you and learn from me,
for I am gentle and humble in heart,
and you will find rest for your souls.
For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.
– Matthew 11:28-30
10. Philippians 4:6-7 – Do Not Be Anxious Instead Pray About Everything
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation,
by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding,
will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
– Philippians 4:6-7
11. Hebrews 13:5-6 – He Will Never Forsake You
Keep your lives free from the love of money
and be content with what you have,
because God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.”
So we say with confidence,
“The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid.
What can mere mortals do to me?”
– Hebrews 13:5-6
12. 1 Peter 5:6-7 – Humble Yourself Before God And He Will Lift You Up In Due Time
Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand,
that He may lift you up in due time.
Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.
– 1 Peter 5:6-7
13. Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trust In The Lord And Do Not Lean On Your Own Understanding
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;
in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.
– Proverbs 3:5-6
14. Joshua 1:9 – Be Strong And Courageous
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous.
Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged,
for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.
– Joshua 1:9
15. Psalm 27:4 – May You Dwell In The House Of The Lord All The Days Of Your Life
One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek:
that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life,
to gaze on the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple.
– Psalm 27:4
16. James 1:5 – Ask God For Wisdom
If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. – James 1:5
17. Psalm 25:4-5 – May God Show You His Ways
Show me Your ways, Lord, teach me Your paths.
Guide me in Your truth and teach me, for You are God my Savior,
and my hope is in You all day long.
– Psalm 25:4-5
18. Philippians 2:3-4 – In Humility Value Others Above Yourselves
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit.
Rather, in humility value others above yourselves,
not looking to your own interests
but each of you to the interests of the others.
– Philippians 2:3-4
19. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 – Give Thanks In All Circumstances
Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances;
for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
– 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
20. 2 Timothy 2:15 – Present Yourself To God As One Approved
Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved,
a worker who does not need to be ashamed
and who correctly handles the word of truth.
– 2 Timothy 2:15
21. Deuteronomy 31:8 – Do Not Be Afraid For He Is With You
The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you;
He will never leave you nor forsake you.
Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.
– Deuteronomy 31:8
22. Isaiah 26:3-4 – He Keeps In Perfect Peace Those Whose Minds Are Steadfast
You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast
because they trust in You.
Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord,
the Lord Himself, is the Rock eternal.
– Isaiah 26:3-4
23. 1 Corinthians 15:57-58 – Stand Firm
But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you.
Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord,
because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.
– 1 Corinthians 15:57-5
24. Colossians 3:23-24 – Do All Things As Working For The Lord
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart,
as working for the Lord, not for human masters,
since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward.
It is the Lord Christ you are serving.
– Colossians 3:23-24
25. Titus 2:7-8 – – Set An Example By Doing What Is Good
In everything set them an example by doing what is good.
In your teaching show integrity, seriousness, and soundness of speech
that cannot be condemned, so that those who oppose you
may be ashamed because they have nothing bad to say about us.
– Titus 2:7-8
26. Psalm 19:14 – May Your Heart And Speech Be Pleasing To Him
May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart
be pleasing in Your sight, Lord, my Rock, and my Redeemer.
– Psalm 19:14
27. Romans 1:16 – Do Not Be Ashamed Of The Gospel
For I am not ashamed of the gospel,
because it is the power of God
that brings salvation to everyone who believes:
first to the Jew, then to the Gentile.
– Romans 1:16
28. 1 Corinthians 11:1 – Follow The Example Of Christ
Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.
– 1 Corinthians 11:1
29. Proverbs 1:7 – The Fear Of The Lord Is The Beginning Of Knowledge
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge,
but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
– Proverbs 1:7
30. Philippians 2:14-15 – Do All Things Without Grumbling Or Arguing
Do everything without grumbling or arguing,
so that you may become blameless and pure,
“children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.”
Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky.
– Philippians 2:14-15
31. Ephesians 2:10 – God Has Created You To Do Good Works
For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works,
which God prepared in advance for us to do.
– Ephesians 2:10
32. Lamentations 3:22-23 – The Mercies Of God Are New Every Morning
Because of the Lord’s great love, we are not consumed,
for His compassions never fail.
They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.
– Lamentations 3:22-23
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20 Bible Verses On New Beginnings
17 Bible Verses About Change
25 Bible Verses When You Feel Overwhelmed
19 Bible Verses About Growth
26 Bible Verses About Stepping Out In Faith
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