15 Scriptures To Encourage Graduates

Last year graduation didn’t really go as planned for our family. My nephew graduated high school and, thanks to the corona virus pandemic, the end of his senior year was cancelled. We were lucky enough to have an outdoor celebration, but many schools weren’t able to do that. This year may not be much better for some seniors. The world is an ever changing place and graduates are facing more and more uncertainty. Regardless of the situation, graduation is an accomplishment and should be acknowledged and celebrated in some way. Whether or not you are able to be there in person, a card is always a good way to show someone you care and to encourage them in this new season of life. Let your graduate know you are praying for them and encourage them with some scripture.

Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?” And I said, “Here am I. Send me!” (Isaiah 6:8)

I will go before you and will level the mountains; I will break down gates of bronze and cut through bars of iron.” (Isaiah 45:2)

Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” (Psalm 37:4)

Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path. I have taken an oath and confirmed it that I will follow your righteous laws.” (Psalm 119:105-106)

I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” (Philippians 4:13)

Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 1:6)

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” (Deuteronomy 31:6)

The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” (Deuteronomy 31:8)

Now, all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.” (Ephesians 3:20 NLT)

In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:16 CSB)

May He give you what your heart desires and fulfill your whole purpose.” (Psalm 20:4 HCSB)

For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you; plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11 ESV)

“For nothing will be impossible with God.” (Luke 1:37 CSB)

Trust in the LORD with all you heart, and do not rely on your own understanding; think about Him in all your ways, and He will guide you on the right paths.” (Proverbs 3:5-6 CSB)

Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity.” (I Timothy 4:12 NIV)