• 2 Timothy 1:7
    For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.
     
  • Hebrews 12:1
    Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us,
     
  • 1 Kings 19:3-4
    And when he saw that, he arose and ran for his life, and went to Beersheba, which belongs to Judah, and left his servant there. But he himself went a day's journey into the wilderness, and came and sat down under a broom tree. And he prayed that he might die, and said, 'It is enough! Now, LORD, take my life, for I am no better than my fathers!'
     
  • Galatians 6:9
    And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.
     
  • Colossians 3:1-7
    If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is our life appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory. Therefore put to death your members which are on the earth: fornication, uncleanness, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. Because of these things the wrath of God is coming upon the sons of disobedience, in which you yourselves once walked when you lived in them.
     
  • Hebrews 12:3-15
    For consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners against Himself, lest you become weary and discouraged in your souls. You have not yet resisted to bloodshed, striving against sin. And you have forgotten the exhortation which speaks to you as to sons:
    “ My son, do not despise the chastening of the LORD,
    Nor be discouraged when you are rebuked by Him;
    For whom the LORD loves He chastens,
    And scourges every son whom He receives.' If you endure chastening, God deals with you as with sons; for what son is there whom a father does not chasten? But if you are without chastening, of which all have become partakers, then you are illegitimate and not sons. Furthermore, we have had human fathers who corrected us, and we paid them respect. Shall we not much more readily be in subjection to the Father of spirits and live? For they indeed for a few days chastened us as seemed best to them, but He for our profit, that we may be partakers of His holiness. Now no chastening seems to be joyful for the present, but painful; nevertheless, afterward it yields the peaceable fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it. Therefore strengthen the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees, and make straight paths for your feet, so that what is lame may not be dislocated, but rather be healed. Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord: looking carefully lest anyone fall short of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up cause trouble, and by this many become defiled;
     
  • Deuteronomy 31:8
    And the LORD, He is the One who goes before you. He will be with you, He will not leave you nor forsake you; do not fear nor be dismayed.”
     
For more scripture references, please see Bible verses for Discouragement


Resources

Discouragement and Trumpets

Sermonette by John W. Ritenbaugh

While there may be reasons to become depressed, there is no reason to stay depressed, realizing that God is with us the whole way.


Overcoming Discouragement and Depression

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

Discouragement often creeps into our lives, weighing heavily on our hearts. The lack of progress in spiritual growth can bring a sense of failure, while the overwhelming wickedness in the world—seen in news of violence, abuse, and perversion—deepens this despair. Such conditions echo the profound evil described in …


Discouragement

Sermonette by James Beaubelle

Discouragement paralyzes one's efforts to overcome temptation or to lose patience in a trial, ultimately leading to deterioration or the destruction of faith.


Discouraged? Why?

Article by Staff

There are days when we feel small and insignificant, wondering if God is paying attention to us or if we are worth anything to Him. These humbling days are part of our training to be members of the God Family, for we must be humbled before we can be exalted. Yet, we can take great encouragement from remembering all that God has …


The Endurance of the Firstfruits (Part Three)

CGG Weekly by David C. Grabbe

Discouragement, along with disillusionment and despair, can arise when our hope, trust, or confidence is rooted in family, friends, a social environment, an organization, or a leader rather than in Christ Himself. When things go wrong, an improperly rooted individual becomes hard and cynical, unable to withstand the pressures of …


Life Is Worth Living

Sermonette by John W. Ritenbaugh

Discouragement often lies at the root of despair, driving many to the tragic act of suicide. In a world where life is becoming increasingly less fulfilling, especially for those striving to adhere to a Christian way of life, a profound sense of hopelessness emerges. This despair stems from the belief that no one loves them and …


Why is Life So Hard?

Sermonette by David C. Grabbe

The rigors God puts us through are not to crush us, but to shape us, transforming us into His image. True gain is walking through the anguish in victory.


Motivation to Endure

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. Reid

Discouragement poses a significant challenge as we strive to endure in our calling. Satan often plants thoughts to dishearten and discourage us, focusing on our perceived lack of faithfulness, love, or zeal. These attacks can sap the Spirit of God from us, causing us to lose heart. We must not allow these negative reflections to …



For more resources, please see the library topic for Discouragement