6 Quotes on Believing in Yourself

Published February 11, 2025

When the road of life becomes rocky we sometimes need a reminder of who we are and what we can achieve

Here’s 6 quotes to help you to empower yourself:

Known as “compassionate self-talk,” Brené calls for self-compassion and treating yourself with the same empathy, kindness and respect you would to friends or family.

Speak to yourself with the same grace and truth that God speaks over you.

Our words—both to others and to ourselves—hold power. Too often, we offer kindness and encouragement to others but are harsh on ourselves.

Ephesians 2:10 tells us: “We are God’s handiwork, created with purpose…”

After she wrote about her experience with diabetes in her book Optimism, Helen wanted to spread the message that by having a positive mindset and staying optimistic you can achieve anything.

When our optimism is grounded in God’s promises, it becomes more than wishful thinking — it becomes the fuel for purpose, courage, and perseverance.

Philippians 4:3 encourages us: “I can do all things through Him who gives me strength.”

You’re capable of great things by drawing on your inner strength to overcome challenges and fears, focusing on self-belief, resilience and perseverance.

Your inner strength, when anchored in God’s power, becomes something far greater — it becomes divine endurance. With His Spirit guiding you, self-belief turns into God-belief: the assurance that the One who called you is also the One who equips you.

As Joshua 1:9 says, “Be strong and courageous… for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”

Having self-belief and a positive mindset are the first steps in achieving your goals. By being confident in your abilities, you can build the motivation and resilience needed to overcome any challenges that come your way.

Yet, while self-belief is important, Scripture reminds us that our ultimate confidence comes from God. Proverbs 3:26 says, “For the Lord will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being caught.” This verse points to a deeper truth: when we place our trust in God, He becomes our firm foundation. Even when challenges seem overwhelming, we can stand strong, knowing that God is guiding our steps and protecting us from hidden pitfalls.

Proverbs 3:26 reminds us, “For the Lord will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being caught.”

You must trust yourself and have faith in your abilities in order to keep going, even when it feels too hard.

When you believe, it isn’t just in your own abilities — it is in the God who equips, guides, and strengthens you. Faith fuels action, and with God’s help, you can move beyond doubt and accomplish what He has called you to do.

As Proverbs 3:5–6 reminds us, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”