Divine favor is one of the most profound blessings a believer can experience. It is God’s grace, goodness, and special kindness poured out on His people. Divine favor is not something we earn by our own works or deeds, but rather it is given freely by God because of His love for us. Throughout the Bible, we see numerous examples of how God’s favor transforms lives, opens doors, and brings blessing and prosperity to those who walk in His ways.
In the Old Testament, we see God’s favor on individuals like Noah, Abraham, and Joseph, while in the New Testament, God’s favor is most fully revealed through the person of Jesus Christ. It is through Christ that we receive God’s favor, forgiveness, and grace. Divine favor is often connected to God’s protection, provision, promotion, and the fulfillment of His promises.
This article explores 33 Bible verses on divine favor, showcasing the profound impact God’s favor has in our lives. These verses will help us understand the nature of divine favor, how to recognize it, and how to position ourselves to receive it.
33 Bible Verses on Divine Favor
1. Psalm 5:12
“For you bless the righteous, O Lord; you cover him with favor as with a shield.”
This verse speaks of God’s favor as a shield. When God favors us, it surrounds us, offering protection and blessing. We are shielded from harm and hardship.
2. Psalm 30:5
“For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning.”
God’s favor lasts a lifetime. Even through trials, we can hold onto the promise that God’s favor will ultimately lead to joy and deliverance.
3. Proverbs 3:3-4
“Let not steadfast love and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart. So you will find favor and good success in the sight of God and man.”
When we walk in love and faithfulness, we position ourselves to receive favor from both God and people. God blesses those who live according to His principles.
4. Proverbs 8:35
“For whoever finds me finds life and obtains favor from the Lord.”
Wisdom is one of the ways God’s favor is manifested. When we seek wisdom, we open ourselves to receiving God’s favor and blessing.
5. Psalm 84:11
“For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favor and honor. No good thing does He withhold from those who walk uprightly.”
God’s favor is given to those who walk uprightly, and He will not withhold anything good from them. Divine favor brings both protection and provision.
6. Esther 2:15
“When the turn came for Esther… to go in to the king, she asked for nothing except what Hegai, the king’s eunuch, who had charge of the women, advised. And Esther won favor in the sight of all who saw her.”
Esther’s humility and trust in God’s timing opened the door for her to receive favor from everyone she encountered. God’s favor helped her rise to a position of influence.
7. Genesis 39:21
“But the Lord was with Joseph and showed him steadfast love and gave him favor in the sight of the keeper of the prison.”
Even in prison, Joseph experienced God’s favor. This favor led to his promotion, showing that God’s favor can elevate us even in the most difficult circumstances.
8. Genesis 6:8
“But Noah found favor in the eyes of the Lord.”
Noah’s obedience and righteousness made him a recipient of God’s favor, which led to his salvation during the flood. God’s favor often goes hand-in-hand with a heart of obedience.
9. Luke 2:52
“And Jesus increased in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and man.”
Jesus, the Son of God, grew in wisdom and favor. Even Jesus, in His humanity, experienced divine favor as He walked in obedience to His Father.
10. 2 Samuel 22:51
“Great salvation He brings to His king, and shows steadfast love to His anointed, to David and his offspring forever.”
God’s favor was shown through the covenant He made with David, ensuring protection and blessings for David’s descendants. God’s favor often extends to future generations.
11. Luke 1:30
“But the angel said to her, ‘Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.’”
Mary, the mother of Jesus, received the divine favor of God. Through her, God’s greatest gift to humanity was brought into the world—Jesus Christ.
12. Psalm 44:3
“For not by their own sword did they win the land, nor did their own arm save them, but Your right hand and Your arm, and the light of Your face, for You delighted in them.”
The Israelites’ victory was not by their might but by God’s favor. When God delights in us, His favor brings victories that we could not achieve on our own.
13. Nehemiah 1:11
“O Lord, let Your ear be attentive to the prayer of Your servant and to the prayer of Your servants who delight to fear Your name, and give success to Your servant today and grant him mercy in the sight of this man.”
Nehemiah prayed for God’s favor before approaching King Artaxerxes. Divine favor can open doors of opportunity and favor with those in positions of power.
14. Exodus 3:21
“And I will give this people favor in the sight of the Egyptians; and when you go, you shall not go empty.”
God promised favor to the Israelites, ensuring that they would not leave Egypt empty-handed. God’s favor often includes provision and abundance.
15. Daniel 1:9
“And God gave Daniel favor and compassion in the sight of the chief of the eunuchs.”
Daniel’s unwavering faithfulness to God led to favor with those in authority. When we honor God, His favor is evident in our relationships and work.
16. Psalm 102:13
“You will arise and have pity on Zion; it is the time to favor her; the appointed time has come.”
God has appointed times of favor, and He will rise to show mercy and favor to His people when the time is right.
17. Deuteronomy 33:23
“And of Naphtali he said, ‘O Naphtali, sated with favor, and full of the blessing of the Lord, possess the lake and the south.’”
Naphtali received a special blessing and favor from God, which manifested in abundance. God’s favor brings satisfaction and fullness.
18. 1 Kings 10:9
“Blessed be the Lord your God, who has delighted in you and set you on the throne of Israel! Because the Lord loved Israel forever, He has made you king, that you may execute justice and righteousness.”
The Queen of Sheba recognized the favor of God on King Solomon’s life, which led to his prosperity and wisdom.
19. Zechariah 12:10
“And I will pour out on the house of David and the inhabitants of Jerusalem a spirit of grace and pleas for mercy, so that, when they look on Me, on Him whom they have pierced, they shall mourn for Him, as one mourns for an only child, and weep bitterly over Him, as one weeps over a firstborn.”
God promises to pour out His grace upon His people, and His favor brings deep sorrow and repentance, leading to a deeper relationship with Him.
20. Exodus 12:36
“And the Lord had given the people favor in the sight of the Egyptians, so that they let them have what they asked. Thus they plundered the Egyptians.”
God’s favor allowed the Israelites to receive wealth and provision from the Egyptians as they left slavery. Divine favor often brings unexpected blessings and provision.
21. John 1:16
“For from His fullness we have all received, grace upon grace.”
In Christ, we receive grace and favor upon favor. God’s favor is unending and continually poured out upon those who are in Christ.
22. 2 Corinthians 9:8
“And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work.”
God’s favor brings sufficiency in all things. His grace allows us to accomplish good works and live a life of abundance.
23. Acts 2:47
“Praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.”
The early church experienced God’s favor, which led to growth and multiplication. Divine favor often results in the expansion of God’s kingdom.
24. Romans 5:17
“For if, because of one man’s trespass, death reigned through that one man, much more will those who receive the abundance of grace and the free gift of righteousness reign in life through the one man Jesus Christ.”
Through Christ, we receive the abundance of grace and favor, which empowers us to reign in life, overcoming the effects of sin and death.
25. Romans 9:16
“So then it depends not on human will or exertion, but on God, who has mercy.”
God’s favor is not based on our efforts or desires but on His mercy and sovereign will. We cannot earn favor, but it is granted by God’s grace.
26. Isaiah 61:2
“To proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all who mourn.”
The year of the Lord’s favor represents a time of restoration and blessing. Jesus proclaimed this in Luke 4:19, signifying the beginning of God’s favor to the world.
27. Luke 1:28
“And he came to her and said, ‘Greetings, O favored one, the Lord is with you!’”
Mary was called “favored” by the angel, a reminder that God’s favor is bestowed on those who are chosen by Him for a special purpose.
28. 1 Peter 5:10
“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.”
God’s favor restores and strengthens us after we endure trials. His grace enables us to stand firm in our faith.
29. Philippians 4:19
“And my God will supply every need of yours according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.”
God’s favor includes His provision. He supplies all our needs out of His abundance.
30. Romans 11:6
“But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works; otherwise grace would no longer be grace.”
Divine favor is a gift from God. We don’t earn it through works, but we receive it freely because of His grace.
31. 2 Samuel 7:15
“But my steadfast love will not depart from him, as I took it from Saul, whom I put away from before you.”
God’s favor is shown in His steadfast love, which remains with us even when we face difficulties or opposition.
32. Romans 8:32
“He who did not spare His own Son but gave Him up for us all, how will He not also with Him graciously give us all things?”
The ultimate sign of God’s favor is the sacrifice of His Son for our salvation. God will graciously give us all things, showing His deep love and favor.
33. Colossians 3:23-24
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ.”
When we work with excellence and serve God in all we do, we position ourselves to receive divine favor as a reward.
Conclusion
Divine favor is not merely a concept, but a powerful reality that believers can experience daily. As seen in these 33 Bible verses, God’s favor impacts every area of life—from personal blessings and provision to the fulfillment of His purpose in our lives. While we cannot earn God’s favor, we can position ourselves to receive it by living in obedience, trusting in His promises, and walking in faith. As we do, we can expect His grace, goodness, and favor to be evident in our lives, bringing joy, peace, and blessing. Let us continually seek God’s favor, knowing that He delights in giving good things to His children.
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