25 Short Bible Verses to Memorize (KJV)

Memorizing Scripture does not have to start with long passages. These short verses are easy to learn and full of meaning. All are quoted from the King James Version (public domain). For a new one every time, try the random short Bible verse generator.

25 Short Verses

1. "Jesus wept." – John 11:35
2. "Rejoice evermore." – 1 Thessalonians 5:16
3. "Pray without ceasing." – 1 Thessalonians 5:17
4. "God is love." – 1 John 4:8 (part)
5. "We love him, because he first loved us." – 1 John 4:19
6. "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me." – Philippians 4:13
7. "The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want." – Psalm 23:1
8. "Be still, and know that I am God." – Psalm 46:10 (part)
9. "For with God nothing shall be impossible." – Luke 1:37
10. "Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God." – Matthew 5:8
11. "Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God." – Matthew 5:9
12. "Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever." – Hebrews 13:8
13. "Let all your things be done with charity." – 1 Corinthians 16:14
14. "What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee." – Psalm 56:3
15. "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path." – Psalm 119:105
16. "For we walk by faith, not by sight." – 2 Corinthians 5:7
17. "Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you." – James 4:8 (part)
18. "This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it." – Psalm 118:24
19. "A friend loveth at all times." – Proverbs 17:17 (part)
20. "Bear ye one another's burdens." – Galatians 6:2 (part)
21. "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God." – Romans 3:23
22. "Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding." – Proverbs 3:5
23. "O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever." – Psalm 136:1
24. "Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself." – Matthew 22:39 (part)
25. "In every thing give thanks." – 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (part)

Tips for Memorizing

• One verse a week is enough. Small steps add up to 52 verses a year.
• Say the reference before and after the verse so you remember where to find it.
• Use a picture: save the verse as an image with our tool and make it your lock screen.
• Review old verses once a week so you don't forget them.

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