What Does the Bible Say About Shame?
Key Scriptures and spiritual guidance on shame
The Bible addresses shame in many places, emphasizing that those who trust in the Lord will not be put to shame. Shame often comes from sin and wrongdoing, but God offers forgiveness and redemption to those who turn to Him. The Bible encourages believers to turn away from shame and seek their identity in Christ, who offers grace and restoration to all who believe.
Bible Verses About Shame
Psalms 34:5KJV
“They looked unto him, and were lightened: and their faces were not ashamed.”
Romans 10:11KJV
“For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.”
Proverbs 29:25KJV
“The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.”
Isaiah 61:7KJV
“For your shame ye shall have double; and for confusion they shall rejoice in their portion: therefore in their land they shall possess the double: everlasting joy shall be unto them.”
1 Peter 4:16KJV
“Yet if any man suffer as a Christian, let him not be ashamed; but let him glorify God on this behalf.”
Jeremiah 17:7KJV
“Blessed is the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is.”
Romans 1:16KJV
“For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.”
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