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Bible Verses for Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, and Marines in Basic

There is a sense of pride and belonging that goes together with being a member of the armed forces, but separation from loved ones is a challenge. Therefore, military bible verses are helpful to have on hand for your recruit.

The first step to being a part of the armed forces is attending boot camp, which can be a stressful separation from family and friends.

You can write letters to your loved one to help morale and to remind them why they embarked on this journey.

Also, when you write to your recruit, it is helpful to add bible verses to help uplift their spirits.

Furthermore, deployment might occur at any point in a military career, and these bible verses are helpful during any significant life event.

Lastly, while this is grouped according to a branch of service, you might find any of these bible verses suitable for your loved one.

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Bible Verses for Sailors

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We found verses that you might consider sending to your sailor in the Navy.

1. God Protects and Provides

Those who go down to the sea in ships, who do business on great waters; They have seen the works of the Lord, And His wonders in the deep. For He spoke and raised up a stormy wind, which lifted up the waves of the sea. read more. They rose up to the heavens, they went down to the depths; Their soul melted away in their misery. They reeled and staggered like a drunken man and were at their wits’ end. Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, And He brought them out of their distresses. He caused the storm to be still, so that the waves of the sea were hushed. Then they were glad because they were quiet, So He guided them to their desired haven. Psalm 107:23-30 

2. Staying Strong During Hard Times

Look at the ships also, though they are so great and are driven by strong winds, are still directed by a very small rudder wherever the inclination of the pilot desires. James 3:4

Bible Verses for Soldiers

These verses are wonderful for your recruit in the Army.

3. Inner Strength

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. Therefore, take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, … Ephesians 6:10-20

4. Praising God for Peace

Blessed be the Lord, my rock, 

who trains my hands for war,    

and my fingers for battle;  

he is my steadfast love and my fortress,    

my stronghold and my deliverer, my shield and he in whom I take refuge,    

who subdues peoples under me. Psalm 144:1

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Bible Verses for Airmen

Airmen Strengthening spiritual resiliency with Military Bible Verses
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Consider these Bible verses for your Airman.

5. God Gives Strength

With your help I can advance against a troop;

with my God I can scale a wall.

“As for God, his way is perfect:    

The Lord’s word is flawless;    

he shields all who take refuge in him.  

For who is God besides the Lord?  

And who is the Rock except our God? 

It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure. 2 Samuel 22:30-33

6. Remain Humble, and He Will Lift You Up

Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.  Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 

Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.  Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings.   

And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast. 1 Peter 5:7-10

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Bible Verses for Marine Recruits

Your Marine Recruit will appreciate these uplifting military bible verses:

7. The Armor of God

Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. 16 In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Ephesians 6:13-17

8. Greater Purpose

Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. John 15

Conclusion

Separation from family and friends can be challenging.

However, you can help soothe your recruit even if you are far away by writing regularly.

When you write, be sure to include military bible verses to both inspire and uplift your loved one.

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These Bible Verses will help to motivate your Soldier, Sailor, Airmen, or Marine who's currently going through basic training, or boot camp.
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