Hope keeps us moving when answers are slow and the path is unclear. Scripture does not offer shallow optimism. It offers a living hope rooted in God's promises and the resurrection of Christ.

These Bible verses and saint quotes about hope can steady your prayer when you feel weary. Read them slowly and ask the Holy Spirit for trust that endures.

Verses & quotes: Bible Verses About Hope

Scripture selections come from the Catholic Bible editions used in Catholic Daily; saint quotes are from the Catholic tradition.

Romans 8:28

We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.

Isaiah 40:30-31

Though young men faint and grow weary, and youths stagger and fall, They that hope in the LORD will renew their strength, they will soar on eagles’ wings; They will run and not grow weary, walk and not grow faint.

Romans 12:11-12

Do not grow slack in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord. Rejoice in hope, endure in affliction, persevere in prayer.

Isaiah 9:5

For a child is born to us, a son is given to us; upon his shoulder dominion rests. They name him Wonder-Counselor, God-Hero, Father-Forever, Prince of Peace.

Jeremiah 17:7

Blessed are those who trust in the LORD; the LORD will be their trust.

Jeremiah 33:3

Call to me, and I will answer you; I will tell you great things beyond the reach of your knowledge.

Matthew 7:7-8

Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks, receives; and the one who seeks, finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.

Luke 11:9-10

And I tell you, ask and you will receive; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks, receives; and the one who seeks, finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.

John 8:12

Jesus spoke to them again, saying, I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.

St. Angela Merici

Do not lose heart, even if you should discover that you lack qualities necessary for the work to which you are called. He who called you will not desert you, but the moment you are in need he will stretch out his saving hand.

St. Catherine of Siena

Everything comes from love, all is ordained for the salvation of man, God does nothing without this goal in mind.

St. Catherine of Siena

Start being brave about everything, driving out darkness and spreading light as well. Don't look at your weakness, but realize that in Christ crucified you can do everything.

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