14 Inspiring Bible Verses to Meditate On During Coronavirus

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has disoriented us all, instantly reshaping the economy, our habits, and our sense of stability. If you are battling against fear and anxiety today, it's completely okay.

However bad it gets, it's important to remember that God is in control in the midst of crisis. You can always turn to the Word of God to find guidance and solace during these like these.

The purpose of this piece is to explain the significance of these events as it relates to the Bible and to provide Bible verses about hope for you to hold in your heart. Let's jump into your Bible questions.

What the Bible Say About Coronavirus

In Revelation 5:1 (KJV), the Bible speaks of a scroll sealed with seven seals:

And I saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book written within and on the backside, sealed with seven seals.

The breaking of each seal signifies an increase in war, famine, natural disasters and horror on earth. The full account of the seven seals can be found in the book of Revelation 6-8.

God allows the escalation of trials, tribulations, famines, and pestilences to bring us closer to Jesus. The purpose is for men to surrender to Jesus Christ and find salvation.

So how does the coronavirus outbreak tie into Scripture? Let's dig deeper into plagues like the coronavirus in the Bible.

What the Bible says about Plagues of Revelation

Here are some Bible verses about coronavirus and the plagues in the book of Revelation:

2 Chronicles 7:13-14 KJV

If I shut up heaven that there be no rain, or if I command the locusts to devour the land, or if I send pestilence among my people; If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.

Revelation 6:1-17 KJV

And I saw when the Lamb opened one of the seals, and I heard, as it were the noise of thunder, one of the four beasts saying, Come and see.

And I saw, and behold a white horse: and he that sat on him had a bow; and a crown was given unto him: and he went forth conquering, and to conquer.

And when he had opened the second seal, I heard the second beast say, Come and see.

And there went out another horse that was red: and power was given to him that sat thereon to take peace from the earth, and that they should kill one another: and there was given unto him a great sword.

And when he had opened the third seal, I heard the third beast say, Come and see. And I beheld, and lo a black horse; and he that sat on him had a pair of balances in his hand.

And I heard a voice in the midst of the four beasts say, A measure of wheat for a penny, and three measures of barley for a penny; and see thou hurt not the oil and the wine. And when he had opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth beast say, Come and see.

And I looked, and behold a pale horse: and his name that sat on him was Death, and Hell followed with him. And power was given unto them over the fourth part of the earth, to kill with sword, and with hunger, and with death, and with the beasts of the earth.

And when he had opened the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls of them that were slain for the word of God, and for the testimony which they held: And they cried with a loud voice, saying, How long, O Lord, holy and true, dost thou not judge and avenge our blood on them that dwell on the earth?

And white robes were given unto every one of them; and it was said unto them, that they should rest yet for a little season, until their fellowservants also and their brethren, that should be killed as they were, should be fulfilled.

And I beheld when he had opened the sixth seal, and, lo, there was a great earthquake; and the sun became black as sackcloth of hair, and the moon became as blood; And the stars of heaven fell unto the earth, even as a fig tree casteth her untimely figs, when she is shaken of a mighty wind.

And the heaven departed as a scroll when it is rolled together; and every mountain and island were moved out of their places.

And the kings of the earth, and the great men, and the rich men, and the chief captains, and the mighty men, and every bondman, and every free man, hid themselves in the dens and in the rocks of the mountains; And said to the mountains and rocks, Fall on us, and hide us from the face of him that sitteth on the throne, and from the wrath of the Lamb:

For the great day of his wrath is come; and who shall be able to stand?

Revelation 9:15 KJV

And the four angels were loosed, which were prepared for an hour, and a day, and a month, and a year, for to slay the third part of men.

Matthew 24:4-8 KJV

And Jesus answered and said unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you. For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many. And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet. For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom: and there shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes, in divers places. All these are the beginning of sorrows.

Why You Should Have Hope

As we see, there is a parallel between Biblical plagues to the coronavirus today. God's word is powerful and relevant today more than ever. Hold onto God's promises. Use this time to pray and seek God for help and guidance. Lean on Jesus to fight fear.

God is our Hope

Psalms 71:5 KJV

For thou art my hope, O Lord God: thou art my trust from my youth.

Micah 7:7 KJV

Therefore I will look unto the Lord; I will wait for the God of my salvation: my God will hear me.

Isaiah 40:31 KJV

But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.

Philippians 1:6 KJV

Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ

Pray to God

Mark 11:24 KJV

Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.

Matthew 11:28 KJV

Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Philippians 4:6 KJV

Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 KJV

Rejoice evermore. Pray without ceasing. In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.

Take Refuge in God

Psalms 46:1 KJV

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

Psalms 55:22 KJV

Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.

Psalms 91:2 KJV

I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust.

Deuteronomy 33:27 KJV

The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee; and shall say, Destroy them.

Psalms 71:3 KJV

Be thou my strong habitation, whereunto I may continually resort: thou hast given commandment to save me; for thou art my rock and my fortress.

God's Restoration

If you are feeling uncertain about your future, pray to God to restore you. Search for God's goodness in your life. Ask for forgiveness for your sins. God wants to bless your life. Start by praying to Him.

Isaiah 61:7 KJV

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.

Conclusion

What does the Bible say about COVID-19? It warned us things would get progressively worse as we approach the end times and the coming of Jesus Christ. However, this is all to draw us closer to God. Trust God's goodness for His blessing, provision, restoration, and healing. If you have a friend who is struggling today, send this article to let them know of God's love. Share this with your Bible study group and add it as one of your Bible topics to study. May you have victory in Jesus today.

God bless!