Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the LORD. New Living Translation So be strong and courageous, all you who put your hope in the LORD! English Standard Version Be strong, and let your heart take courage, all you who wait for the LORD! Berean Standard Bible Be strong and courageous, all you who hope in the LORD. King James Bible Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD. New King James Version Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart, All you who hope in the LORD. New American Standard Bible Be strong and let your heart take courage, All you who wait for the LORD. NASB 1995 Be strong and let your heart take courage, All you who hope in the LORD. NASB 1977 Be strong, and let your heart take courage, All you who hope in the LORD. Legacy Standard Bible Be strong and let your heart take courage, All you who wait for Yahweh. Amplified Bible Be strong and let your hearts take courage, All you who wait for and confidently expect the LORD. Christian Standard Bible Be strong, and let your heart be courageous, all you who put your hope in the LORD. Holman Christian Standard Bible Be strong and courageous, all you who put your hope in the LORD. American Standard Version Be strong, and let your heart take courage, All ye that hope in Jehovah. Contemporary English Version All who trust the LORD, be cheerful and strong. English Revised Version Be strong, and let your heart take courage, all ye that hope in the LORD. GOD'S WORD® Translation Be strong, all who wait with hope for the LORD, and let your heart be courageous. Good News Translation Be strong, be courageous, all you that hope in the LORD. International Standard Version Be strong, and let your heart be courageous, all you who put your hope in the LORD. NET Bible Be strong and confident, all you who wait on the LORD! New Heart English Bible Be strong, and let your heart take courage, all you who hope in the LORD. Webster's Bible Translation Be of good courage, and he will strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBe strong and courageous, all you who hope in the LORD. World English Bible Be strong, and let your heart take courage, all you who hope in Yahweh. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionBe strong, and He strengthens your heart, "" All you who are waiting for YHWH! Young's Literal Translation Be strong, and He strengtheneth your heart, All ye who are waiting for Jehovah! Smith's Literal Translation Be strong, and he will strengthen your heart, all ye waiting for Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleDo ye manfully, and let your heart be strengthened, all ye that hope in the Lord. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible Be strong and take heart, all who hope in the LORD. New Revised Standard Version Be strong, and let your heart take courage, all you who wait for the LORD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBe of good courage and he shall strengthen your heart, all you that trust in the LORD. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Be strong, and your hearts will be strengthened, all who hope in LORD JEHOVAH. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Be strong, and let your heart take courage, All ye that wait for the LORD. Brenton Septuagint Translation Be of good courage, and let your heart be strengthened, all ye that hope in the Lord. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit…23Love the LORD, all His saints. The LORD preserves the faithful, but fully repays the arrogant. 24Be strong and courageous, all you who hope in the LORD. Cross References Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” 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. Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” 1 Corinthians 16:13 Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage. Be strong. Ephesians 6:10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. 2 Timothy 1:7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control. Romans 8:31 What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? 1 Peter 5:7 Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you. Isaiah 40:31 But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint. 2 Chronicles 32:7-8 “Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged before the king of Assyria and the vast army with him, for there is a greater One with us than with him. / With him is only the arm of flesh, but with us is the LORD our God to help us and to fight our battles.” So the people were strengthened by the words of Hezekiah king of Judah. Hebrews 13:6 So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?” John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Therefore encourage and build one another up, just as you are already doing. 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 Therefore we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, yet our inner self is being renewed day by day. / For our light and momentary affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory that is far beyond comparison. / So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. Treasury of Scripture Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all you that hope in the LORD. Be of Psalm 27:14 Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD. Isaiah 35:3,4 Strengthen ye the weak hands, and confirm the feeble knees… Luke 22:31,32 And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: … shall Psalm 29:11 The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace. Psalm 138:3 In the day when I cried thou answeredst me, and strengthenedst me with strength in my soul. Colossians 1:11 Strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power, unto all patience and longsuffering with joyfulness; all ye Psalm 146:5 Happy is he that hath the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope is in the LORD his God: Romans 15:12,13 And again, Esaias saith, There shall be a root of Jesse, and he that shall rise to reign over the Gentiles; in him shall the Gentiles trust… 1 Peter 1:21 Who by him do believe in God, that raised him up from the dead, and gave him glory; that your faith and hope might be in God. Jump to Previous Courage David Fear Good Heart Hope Maschil Psalm Strengthen Strengtheneth Strong Wait WaitingJump to Next Courage David Fear Good Heart Hope Maschil Psalm Strengthen Strengtheneth Strong Wait WaitingPsalm 31 1. David, showing his confidence in God, craves his help7. He rejoices in his mercy 9. He prays in his calamity 19. He praises God for his goodness Be strong and courageous This phrase echoes the exhortation given to Joshua in Joshua 1:6-9, where God commands him to be strong and courageous as he leads the Israelites into the Promised Land. It is a call to inner fortitude and bravery in the face of adversity. The Hebrew words for "strong" and "courageous" are often used in military contexts, suggesting a readiness to face spiritual battles. This strength is not self-derived but is rooted in faith and reliance on God. The call to courage is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, emphasizing the need for believers to stand firm in their faith. all you who hope in the LORD Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidTraditionally attributed as the author of Psalm 31, David was the second king of Israel, known for his deep faith and reliance on God amidst trials. 2. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal presence and faithfulness to His people. 3. The Faithful Those who place their hope in the LORD, often facing trials and adversities but encouraged to remain steadfast. Teaching Points Strength in the LORDTrue strength comes from relying on God. In times of trouble, believers are called to draw their strength from their relationship with Him. Courageous Hearts Courage is not the absence of fear but the resolve to act in faith despite fear. Believers are encouraged to let their hearts be courageous by trusting in God's promises. Hope as an Anchor Hope in the LORD serves as an anchor for the soul, providing stability and assurance even in turbulent times. Community of Believers The call to be strong and courageous is directed to all who hope in the LORD, emphasizing the importance of community support and encouragement. Endurance through Trials Trials are inevitable, but they are also opportunities to grow in faith and reliance on God. Believers are encouraged to endure with hope and courage. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 31:24?2. How can we "be strong" in our daily walk with God? 3. What does it mean to "take courage" in challenging times? 4. How does Psalm 31:24 connect with Joshua 1:9 about strength and courage? 5. In what ways can we "hope in the LORD" during trials? 6. How can Psalm 31:24 inspire us to support fellow believers in faith? 7. How does Psalm 31:24 encourage believers to remain strong in their faith during trials? 8. What historical context influenced the writing of Psalm 31:24? 9. How does Psalm 31:24 reflect the overall theme of trust in the Book of Psalms? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 31? 11. What does 'tarry' mean? 12. If God promised to protect His people, how do we reconcile that with the devastation in Lamentations 1:15? 13. Psalm 121:8 - If God is watching over our coming and going 'now and forever,' why do global tragedies and apparent divine absences exist throughout history? 14. How can we handle the frustrations and obstacles of everyday life? What Does Psalm 31:24 Mean Be strongPsalm 31:24 opens with a clear call: “Be strong…”. Strength here is not merely physical, but a settled, inner resolve that God Himself supplies. • Joshua heard the same charge: “Be strong and courageous, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9). God never issues a command without also providing the power to obey it. • Paul restates the principle: “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.” (Ephesians 6:10). It is His strength, not ours, that undergirds every step of faith. • David models this strength earlier in the psalm when he declares, “But I trust in You, O LORD; I say, ‘You are my God.’” (Psalm 31:14). Trust produces tenacity. and courageous Courage is the outward expression of inner strength. It moves conviction into action, even when circumstances threaten. • Moses charged Israel, “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified of them, for the LORD your God goes with you.” (Deuteronomy 31:6). Courage flows from the certainty of God’s presence. • David gave Solomon the same exhortation when handing him the temple plans: “Be strong and courageous, and do it.” (1 Chronicles 28:20). True courage is obedience in motion. • In Psalm 56:3–4 David admits fear yet chooses courage: “When I am afraid, I put my trust in You… I will not fear.” Courage is not absence of fear but faithful action despite it. all you The invitation is comprehensive. Every believer, regardless of age, status, or temperament, is summoned to step into God-given boldness. • “The LORD gives His people strength; the LORD blesses His people with peace.” (Psalm 29:11). The plural “people” shows a shared inheritance. • Paul reminds the church, “In Christ we, who are many, form one body, and each member belongs to one another.” (Romans 12:5). Strength and courage are meant to be lived out in community, encouraging one another (Hebrews 10:24–25). who hope Hope is confident expectation rooted in God’s promises. It is active, not passive, and it fuels endurance. • “We wait in hope for the LORD; He is our help and our shield.” (Psalm 33:20). Waiting is not wasted time; it is trusting time. • Isaiah links hope to renewed vitality: “Those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength; they will soar on wings like eagles.” (Isaiah 40:31). Hope and strength rise together. • New-covenant believers share the same dynamic: “Rejoice in hope; be patient in tribulation; be constant in prayer.” (Romans 12:12). in the LORD The object of hope determines its stability. Hoping “in the LORD” means placing full confidence in His character, covenant, and control. • David confesses, “Find rest, O my soul, in God alone; my hope comes from Him.” (Psalm 62:5). Any lesser foundation crumbles. • Proverbs echoes the theme: “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding.” (Proverbs 3:5–6). Trusting Him steadies the heart when life feels unstable. • The psalmist’s closing assurance, “He will strengthen and vindicate you,” (Psalm 31:23, paraphrased from) underlines why the Lord alone is worthy of such hope. summary Psalm 31:24 calls every believer to a God-empowered resilience. Strength is supplied by the Lord, courage acts on that strength, the invitation embraces all God’s people, hope fuels perseverance, and the Lord Himself is the unshakable anchor. Stand firm, move forward, and keep your eyes fixed on Him who never fails. (24) Be of good courage.--Cf. Psalm 27:14.Verse 24. - Be of good courage (see the comment on Psalm 27:14). And he (i.e. God) shall strengthen your heart. "To those who have it shall be given." If they did their best to "be of good courage" when danger and difficulty assailed them, then God would give them supernatural aid, strengthening their hearts with his gracious favour. All ye that hope in the Lord; literally, all ye that hope for the Lord; i.e. that hope for his help - that wait on him (see Job 14:14; and comp. Psalm 33:18, 22), and look to him as your Deliverer.
Hebrew Be strongחִ֭זְקוּ (ḥiz·qū) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 2388: To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquer and courageous, וְיַאֲמֵ֣ץ (wə·ya·’ă·mêṣ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive imperfect Jussive - third person masculine singular Strong's 553: To be stout, strong, bold, alert all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every you who hope הַ֝מְיַחֲלִ֗ים (ham·ya·ḥă·lîm) Article | Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 3176: To wait, to be patient, hope in the LORD. לַיהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel Links Psalm 31:24 NIVPsalm 31:24 NLT Psalm 31:24 ESV Psalm 31:24 NASB Psalm 31:24 KJV Psalm 31:24 BibleApps.com Psalm 31:24 Biblia Paralela Psalm 31:24 Chinese Bible Psalm 31:24 French Bible Psalm 31:24 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 31:24 Be strong and let your heart take (Psalm Ps Psa.) |