What does it mean to believe as a man? The Bible does not paint a picture of the invulnerable hero, but of men with courage and weaknesses who learn to trust God. Here you will find 23 Bible verses for men – about character, courage, responsibility, and friendship.
Strong and courageous
Verses about courage and steadfastness.
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Watch, stand fast in the faith, be strong, be brave! Let all your things be done in love!
1 Corinthians 16:13-14
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See, I have commanded you to be courageous and cheerful. Do not be afraid or terrified; for the LORD, your God, is with you in all that you will do.
Joshua 1:9LeadershipCourage
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I go forth on the way of all the world; so be courageous and be a man and wait for the service of the LORD, your God, that you walk in his ways and keep his statutes, commandments, and judgments, as is written in the Law of Moses, so that you may be wise in all that you do and wherever you turn.
1 Kings 2:2-3
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It is said to you, man, what is good and what the LORD requires of you, namely to keep the Word of God, to practice love, and to be humble before your God.
Micah 6:8HumilityConfirmation quotes
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Finally, my brothers, be strong in the LORD and in the power of his strength.
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Endure with me as a good soldier of Jesus Christ.
2 Timothy 2:3Spiritual warfare
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Hallelujah! Blessed is he who fears the LORD, who has great delight in his commandments!
Psalm 112:1Happiness
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Blessed is he who does not walk in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stand in the way of sinners, nor sit where the scoffers sit, but has delight in the law of the LORD, and talks of his law day and night! He is like a tree, planted by the streams of water, which brings forth its fruit in its season, and its leaves do not wither; and whatever he does prospers.
Character and responsibility
Verses about integrity in everyday life.
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A righteous man who walks in his righteousness, his children will be well after him.
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A knife sharpens another knife, and a man sharpens his neighbor.
Proverbs 27:17FriendshipGodparents
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Keep your heart with all diligence; for out of it go the springs of life.
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A patient man is better than a strong man, and he who is lord over his own courage, for he conquers cities.
Proverbs 16:32Self-controlAnger
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Likewise admonish the young men that they may be chaste. But everywhere set yourself an example of good works, with pure doctrine, with honor.
Titus 2:6-7
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You men, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church and gave himself for it.
Ephesians 5:25Church
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Likewise, you men, live with them in understanding, and give honor to the weaker vessel as also a joint-heir of the grace of life, that your prayers may not be hindered.
1 Peter 3:7
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All that you do, do heartily as to the LORD, and not unto men.
Colossians 3:23RecognitionCalling
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But your speech let be yea, yea; nay, nay. Whatsoever else it is, that is evil.
Matthew 5:37HonestyReliability
Men of the Bible
Men who walked with God – with their flaws and imperfections.
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But David strengthened himself in the LORD, his God.
1 Samuel 30:6b
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Create in me, O God, a clean heart, and renew a right spirit within me.
Psalm 51:12Confirmation quotesHeart
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And the LORD turned and looked upon Peter. And Peter remembered the word of the LORD, how he had said unto him, Before the cock crow, thou shalt thrice deny me. And Peter went out and wept bitterly.
Luke 22:61-62
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Then I answered them and said, The God of heaven shall prosper us; for we his servants have arisen and build. But ye have neither part nor right nor remembrance in Jerusalem.
Nehemiah 2:20Success
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And he said, Let me go, for the daybreak is nigh. But he answered, I will not let thee go, for thou blessest me.
Genesis 32:27
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But I esteem not my own life, nor hold it dear myself, that I may finish my course with joy and the ministry which I have received of the LORD Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.
Bible texts: Luther Bible 1912 (public domain), carefully adapted to modern spelling.
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What the Bible says about masculinity
"Watch, stand fast in the faith, be strong, be brave! Let all your things be done in love!" (1 Corinthians 16:13-14). Paul combines strength with love here – both belong together. The men of the Bible are not heroes without flaws: David becomes an adulterer, Peter denies Jesus, James wrestles with God all night and limps afterward. Strength is shown in them not by never falling, but by returning to God and taking responsibility.
Friendship among men
"A knife sharpens another knife, and a man sharpens his neighbor" (Proverbs 27:17). The Bible tells of deep male friendships: David and Jonathan, Paul and Timothy, Jesus and his disciples. Many men have few close friends today. The Bible encourages having people who challenge you, carry you, and are honest. In a difficult hour it is said of David: "But David strengthened himself in the LORD, his God" (1 Samuel 30:6). More verses for fathers you will find at Bible verses for fathers, about friendship at Bible verses about friendship, and about leadership at Bible verses about leadership.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Bible verse is right for men?
Popular are 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, Joshua 1:9, Micah 6:8, Proverbs 27:17, and Psalm 1:1-3.
Where does it say "Be strong and be brave"?
In 1 Corinthians 16:13. The following verse adds: "Let all your things be done in love!"
