Best Christian Quotes to Support your Faith, Edited by Melkisedeck Leon Shine

Embracing God's Restoration: 15 Scripture Verses on His Renewing Power

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Author/Editor: Melkisedeck Leon Shine, 2015-2017: AckySHINE.com

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In the midst of life's trials and tribulations, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and lost. The weight of our mistakes, regrets, and brokenness can consume us, making us believe that there is no hope for restoration. But fear not, for God's renewing power is available to all who seek it! Through His word, we can find solace, strength, and encouragement to embrace His restoration in our lives. Let's dive into 15 Scripture verses that speak of God's incredible renewing power and discover the hope, joy, and transformation that awaits us.

"Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me." - Psalm 51:10

Just as King David acknowledged his need for renewal and restoration, we too can come before God with open hearts, asking Him to cleanse us and restore our spirits.

"The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." - Lamentations 3:22-23

In God's unwavering love, we find comfort and assurance that His mercies are renewed every day. His faithfulness is our anchor, reminding us that restoration is always within reach.

"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!" - 2 Corinthians 5:17

Through our faith in Jesus Christ, we are made new. Our past mistakes and sins no longer define us. We are embraced by God's renewing power, becoming a testament to His transformative work.

"And he who was seated on the throne said, 'Behold, I am making all things new.'" - Revelation 21:5

The promise of God's restoration extends beyond our individual lives. He is making all things new. In our surrender to Him, we become partakers of His restoration plan for the world.

"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." - Romans 12:2

God's restoration begins with the renewing of our minds. As we immerse ourselves in His word, our perspectives are transformed, enabling us to discern His will and purpose for our lives.

"The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit." - Psalm 34:18

When we are brokenhearted and crushed in spirit, God's presence is near. He not only saves us from despair but also restores our brokenness, bringing healing and wholeness.

"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." - Isaiah 40:31

God's restoration renews our strength and empowers us to rise above life's challenges. We are given wings to soar high, run with endurance, and walk steadfastly, knowing that He is with us.

"He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak." - Isaiah 40:29

In our weakness, God's restoration shines brightest. He strengthens us when we are weary, empowering us to overcome obstacles and embrace His transformative power.

"Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." - Matthew 11:28

Jesus invites us to come to Him, offering rest for our weary souls. In His embrace, we find solace and restoration, as He carries our burdens and restores our peace.

"And I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten..." - Joel 2:25

No matter how much time we feel we have lost, God's restoration is not limited by our past mistakes. He has the power to restore and redeem even the most broken areas of our lives.

"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come." - 2 Corinthians 5:17

Through Jesus, we are given a fresh start, a new beginning. The old has passed away, and the new has come. God's restoration brings transformation that is beyond our comprehension.

"But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ..." - Ephesians 2:4-5

God's restoration is a manifestation of His mercy and love for us. Even when we were dead in our sins, He made us alive through Christ, extending His grace and forgiveness.

"And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you." - 1 Peter 5:10

In our moments of suffering and trials, God's restoration is not far away. He Himself restores, confirms, strengthens, and establishes us, ensuring that we are firmly rooted in His love.

"For I will restore health to you, and your wounds I will heal, declares the Lord..." - Jeremiah 30:17

God's restoration encompasses not only our spiritual well-being but also our physical health. He is the ultimate healer, mending our wounds and restoring us to complete wholeness.

"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come." - 2 Corinthians 5:17

Let this verse serve as a powerful reminder of God's restoration in our lives. Through Jesus, we are made new. The old has passed away, and the new has come. Embrace this truth and allow His renewing power to transform your life.

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As you reflect on these Scripture verses, may you be filled with hope and assurance of God's restoration in your life. Know that you are deeply loved by Him, and He longs to bring healing, renewal, and transformation to every aspect of your being. Embrace His restorative power, trusting that His plans for you are good, pleasing, and perfect. Love God wholeheartedly, believe in His promises, and extend His love to one another. Remember, you are cherished, and God's love for you knows no bounds. Trust in Him, and may His blessings overflow in your life.

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👥 David Chacha Guest Mar 22, 2020

Adding this to my favorites! ❤️ This quote is not only inspiring but also timeless. It’s one of those quotes that you can return to again and again, finding new meaning in it each time. I’m definitely saving this one because I know I’ll want to revisit it whenever I need a little extra encouragement. It’s amazing how certain words can have such a lasting impact on your mindset. Thank you for sharing something so meaningful!

👥 Mashaka Guest Mar 11, 2020

This quote is a game-changer!

👥 Ann Wambui Guest Mar 9, 2020

We are twice armed if we fight with faith. – Plato

👥 Mchuma Guest Mar 9, 2020

The Lord is righteous in all his ways and faithful in all he does. – Psalm 145:17

👥 Shabani Guest Mar 7, 2020

I feel this on a deep level.

👥 Catherine Mkumbo Guest Mar 7, 2020

When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. – Psalm 56:3

👥 Anthony Kariuki Guest Mar 5, 2020

Romans 14:7-9 – "For none of us lives for ourselves alone, and none of us dies for ourselves alone. If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord. For this very reason, Christ died and returned to life so that he might be the Lord of both the dead and the living."

👥 Joseph Kiwanga Guest Mar 1, 2020

For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers will be able to separate us from the love of God. – Romans 8:38-39

👥 Maida Guest Feb 26, 2020

Matthew 25:14-18 – "Again, it will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted his wealth to them. To one he gave five bags of gold, to another two bags, and to another one bag, each according to his ability. Then he went on his journey. The man who had received five bags of gold went at once and put his money to work and gained five bags more. So also, the one with two bags of gold gained two more. But the man who had received one bag went off, dug a hole in the ground and hid his master’s money."

👥 Joseph Kawawa Guest Feb 19, 2020

God timing is perfect

👥 Mwanahawa Guest Feb 10, 2020

Faith will get you through the darkest hours if you let it. – Unknown

👥 Tabitha Okumu Guest Feb 4, 2020

This quote is so uplifting! 💫 Honestly, I didn’t realize how much I needed this until I read it. Sometimes, life gets so overwhelming that we forget to look for the simple joys, but this reminded me of the importance of staying positive and focused on the good. This quote shines a light in the darkness and reminds me to keep my head up no matter what challenges I face. Thank you for sharing such an empowering message!

👥 Betty Cheruiyot Guest Jan 29, 2020

A perfect boost for today. 🚀

👥 Ann Awino Guest Jan 29, 2020

2 Peter 1:5-8 – "For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love. For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ."

👥 Ruth Kibona Guest Jan 25, 2020

James 3:13-18 – "Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. Such ‘wisdom’ does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice. But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness."

👥 Joyce Nkya Guest Jan 24, 2020

For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. – Matthew 6:21

👥 Edward Lowassa Guest Jan 23, 2020

Faith is trusting God when you have unanswered questions. – Joel Osteen

👥 Janet Wambura Guest Jan 16, 2020

Faith is not hoping God can, it’s knowing God will. – Unknown

👥 Victor Sokoine Guest Jan 16, 2020

Faith is not just believing in God but believing God. – Unknown

👥 Moses Kipkemboi Guest Dec 28, 2019

Timely reminder, thank you!

👥 Peter Mbise Guest Dec 15, 2019

Feeling inspired after reading! 💫

👥 Violet Mumo Guest Dec 12, 2019

Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe. – Saint Augustine

👥 Catherine Mkumbo Guest Dec 11, 2019

1 Corinthians 13:4-7 – "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."

👥 Philip Nyaga Guest Dec 6, 2019

Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord. – Psalm 27:14

👥 Mwinyi Guest Dec 2, 2019

1 John 3:16-18 – "This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters. If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person? Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth."

👥 Victor Kimario Guest Nov 11, 2019

Trust in His plan.

👥 Alice Jebet Guest Nov 5, 2019

Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful. – Hebrews 10:23

👥 Moses Mwita Guest Nov 5, 2019

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. – Romans 8:28

👥 Rose Amukowa Guest Nov 3, 2019

Luke 10:25-28 – "On one occasion an expert in the law stood up to test Jesus. ‘Teacher,’ he asked, ‘what must I do to inherit eternal life?’ ‘What is written in the Law?’ he replied. ‘How do you read it?’ He answered, ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind, and, love your neighbor as yourself.’ ‘You have answered correctly,’ Jesus replied. ‘Do this and you will live.’"

👥 Mgeni Guest Oct 25, 2019

John 14:23-27 – "Jesus replied, ‘Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them. Anyone who does not love me will not obey my teaching. These words you hear are not my own; they belong to the Father who sent me. All this I have spoken while still with you. But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.’"

👥 Abubakari Guest Oct 23, 2019

Inspiring words, thank you! 🙏✨ I can’t tell you how much I appreciate stumbling upon this today. It’s such a beautiful reminder of how powerful words can be in shaping our outlook on life. I was feeling a bit down, but after reading this quote, I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders. It’s like a breath of fresh air, reminding me to stay strong and positive in the face of adversity. Truly inspiring—thank you so much for posting this!

👥 John Mushi Guest Oct 17, 2019

Strength comes from the Lord

👥 Samuel Were Guest Sep 30, 2019

👥 David Ochieng Guest Sep 26, 2019

Let your faith be bigger than your fear. – Unknown

👥 Neema Guest Sep 25, 2019

1 Corinthians 15:54-57 – "When the perishable has been clothed with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality, then the saying that is written will come true: 'Death has been swallowed up in victory.' 'Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?' The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ."

👥 Violet Mumo Guest Sep 24, 2019

The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped. – Psalm 28:7

👥 Rose Amukowa Guest Sep 19, 2019

Even a mustard seed of faith can move mountains

👥 Joseph Kiwanga Guest Sep 8, 2019

This one speaks volumes!

👥 Zainab Guest Sep 8, 2019

Do everything in love. – 1 Corinthians 16:14

👥 Leila Guest Sep 6, 2019

For we walk by faith, not by sight. – 2 Corinthians 5:7

👥 Lydia Mutheu Guest Sep 2, 2019

1 Corinthians 10:12-13 – "So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall! No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it."

👥 Mchawi Guest Sep 2, 2019

True faith rests upon the character of God and asks no further proof than the moral perfections of the One who cannot lie. – A.W. Tozer

👥 Zainab Guest Aug 31, 2019

You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. – Matthew 5:14

👥 Yusra Guest Aug 17, 2019

It is not the strength of your faith, but the object of your faith that actually saves you. – Timothy Keller

👥 Kenneth Murithi Guest Aug 6, 2019

Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be shaken but endures forever. – Psalm 125:1

👥 Rahma Guest Aug 4, 2019

This quote brightened my day. 🌞 I’ve been feeling pretty down lately, but this quote really brought a ray of sunshine into my life. It’s incredible how something so simple can have such a positive impact on your mood. I’m so grateful for this moment of positivity—it’s just what I needed to lift my spirits and remind me that brighter days are always ahead. Thank you for posting something that spreads so much joy and light!

👥 Zainab Guest Jul 25, 2019

Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. – 1 John 4:8

👥 Nancy Kawawa Guest Jul 14, 2019

This really resonates with me. 💬 It’s amazing how words can connect with you on such a personal level. This quote speaks to exactly what I’ve been feeling lately, and it’s comforting to know that others have felt the same way. It’s given me a new perspective on my situation and reminded me that I’m not alone in what I’m going through. Thank you for posting something so meaningful and relatable!

👥 Ibrahim Guest Jul 7, 2019

This quote is pure wisdom. 💡

👥 Mwanajuma Guest Jul 6, 2019

Faith is daring the soul to go beyond what the eyes can see. – William Newton Clark

👥 Andrew Mchome Guest Jul 5, 2019

Faith is trusting that God’s plans are greater than your dreams. – Unknown

👥 Mjaka Guest Jun 25, 2019

Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. – Galatians 6:9

👥 Mgeni Guest Jun 15, 2019

Ephesians 6:10-13 – "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore, put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand."

👥 Vincent Mwangangi Guest Jun 11, 2019

Philippians 2:9-11 – "Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father."