30 Most Loved Bible Verses
30 Most Loved Bible Verses to Display in Your Home
As Christians, we find peace, joy, and strength in God's Word. Filling your home with Scripture is more than decoration—it's a daily reminder of His promises and presence. Whether you're curating a cozy prayer corner, looking for a meaningful gallery wall, or searching for a housewarming gift, these 30 most loved Bible verses are perfect for Christian wall art. Each verse is presented in both ESV and NIV to help you find what resonates most with your heart and home.
1. Jeremiah 29:11
ESV: "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope."
NIV: "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Perfect for entryways or kids’ rooms, this verse speaks of God’s purpose and hope.
2. Joshua 1:9
ESV: "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go."
NIV: "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."
A comforting reminder of God's constant presence.
3. Proverbs 3:5-6
ESV: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths."
NIV: "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."
A popular verse for living rooms and office spaces.
4. Psalm 46:10
ESV: "Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!"
NIV: "Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth."
A powerful message for quiet moments and prayer spaces.
5. Romans 8:28
ESV: "And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose."
NIV: "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."
A reminder that even in chaos, God is working for our good.
6. Psalm 23:1
ESV: "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want."
NIV: "The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing."
This short yet profound verse brings peace and security.
7. Philippians 4:13
ESV: "I can do all things through him who strengthens me."
NIV: "I can do all this through him who gives me strength."
Ideal for home gyms, offices, or teen rooms.
8. Isaiah 40:31
ESV: "But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint."
NIV: "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."
An inspiring verse for seasons of waiting.
9. 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
ESV: "Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things."
NIV: "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."
A beautiful verse for weddings, bedrooms, or family rooms.
10. Matthew 5:14
ESV: "You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden."
NIV: "You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden."
Encourages us to live boldly and shine brightly for Christ.
11. Matthew 6:33
ESV: “But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”
NIV: “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”
A gentle call to trust God fully ─ when we put Him first, He takes care of the rest.
12. 1 John 4:18
ESV: “There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.”
NIV: “There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.”
A comforting truth that God’s perfect love removes fear and fills us with peace.
13. Matthew 11:28
ESV: “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
NIV: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
This verse offers deep comfort for the weary soul, reminding us of Jesus' invitation to rest in Him.
14. 2 Corinthians 5:7
ESV: “For we walk by faith, not by sight.”
NIV: “For we live by faith, not by sight.”
A simple, powerful reminder of trusting God even when we can’t see the outcome.
15. Psalm 46:1
ESV: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
NIV: “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
Reassures us that God is not only strong, but always near in difficult times.
16. 1 John 4:19
ESV: “We love because he first loved us.”
NIV: “We love because he first loved us.”
The foundation of Christian love: God’s love always comes first.
17. John 15:13
ESV: “Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.”
NIV: “Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”
A powerful reminder of Christ’s selfless love, shown in His ultimate sacrifice for us.
18. Psalm 37:4
ESV: “Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
NIV: “Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
Finding joy in the Lord aligns our hearts with His goodness and blessings.
19. 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18
ESV: “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
NIV: “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
A lifestyle verse for joy, prayer, and gratitude in every moment.
20. Isaiah 26:3
ESV: “You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.”
NIV: “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”
This verse speaks peace over those who focus their hearts and minds on God.
21. Colossians 3:23
ESV: “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.”
NIV: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”
A great reminder that even daily tasks can become acts of worship.
22. Romans 15:13
ESV: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”
NIV: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
A beautiful blessing of hope and encouragement.
23. 2 Timothy 1:7
ESV: “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”
NIV: “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.”
A powerful affirmation of courage, love, and spiritual strength.
24. Psalm 121:1–2
ESV: “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.”
NIV: “I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.”
A poetic declaration of trust in the Creator as our help and strength.
25. Galatians 5:22–23
ESV: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”
NIV: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”
These qualities reflect the character of Christ living within us.
26. Romans 12:2
ESV: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”
NIV: “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”
A verse about spiritual growth and discernment.
27. Matthew 5:14
ESV: “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.”
NIV: “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.”
A verse calling every believer to shine God’s truth and love in the world.
28. Lamentations 3:22–23
ESV: “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
NIV: “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.”
This powerful reminder of God's faithfulness is perfect for morning reflection.
29. Deuteronomy 31:6
ESV: “Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.”
NIV: “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”
A comforting reminder of God’s constant presence.
30. Psalm 34:8
ESV: “Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good! Blessed is the man who takes refuge in him!”
NIV: “Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.”
A joyful invitation to experience the goodness of God personally.
These verses make meaningful additions to any room—and when paired with elegant, printable wall art, they become daily anchors of truth in our homes. Whether as gifts or for your own sacred space, Scripture wall decor is a timeless way to keep God's Word close to heart and home.