20 Bible Verses about

Dealing with Failure

Luke 16:8 BSB

The master commended the dishonest manager because he had acted shrewdly. For the sons of this age are more shrewd in dealing with their own kind than are the sons of light.

Romans 11:12 BSB

But if their trespass means riches for the world, and their failure means riches for the Gentiles, how much greater riches will their fullness bring!

2 Corinthians 13:3 BSB

since you are demanding proof that Christ is speaking through me. He is not weak in dealing with you but is powerful among you.

Proverbs 3:5 BSB

Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding;

Romans 8:28 BSB

And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.

James 1:5 BSB

Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.

Proverbs 9:10 BSB

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.

Proverbs 15:22 BSB

Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.

James 3:17 BSB

But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere.

Proverbs 4:7 BSB

Wisdom is supreme; so acquire wisdom. And whatever you may acquire, gain understanding.

Proverbs 2:6 BSB

For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.

Ecclesiastes 7:12 BSB

For wisdom, like money, is a shelter, and the advantage of knowledge is that wisdom preserves the life of its owner.

Proverbs 1:7 BSB

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.

Colossians 3:16 BSB

Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.