Imagine standing at the threshold of God’s treasure room, where His promises of favor, blessing, and breakthrough await. That’s exactly where you are right now, seated with Jesus, the Messiah in the heavenly realms by His Holy Spirit!

So let’s stand on that promise together and if you’re facing challenges, seeking direction, or simply wanting to walk in the fullness of God’s blessings, these 21 Scriptures of God’s favor will help to declare His favor over your life. These verses aren’t just words on a page; they’re living declarations of faith that align your heart with God’s promises and the finished work of Jesus our Messiah.

Biblical Insight

The concept of God’s favor/grace (חֵן – chen in Hebrew and χάρις – charis in Greek) runs deep throughout Scripture, representing both God’s unmerited grace and His active blessing in our lives.

Let’s explore these 21 powerful verses that you can declare:

1. “Psalm 5:12” – “For You, O יהוה (Yahweh), will bless the righteous; with favor You will surround him as with a shield.”
2. “Psalm 30:5” – “For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for life; Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.”
3. “Luke 2:52” – “And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.”
4. “Proverbs 8:35” – “For whoever finds Me finds life, and obtains favor from Yahweh.”
5. “Psalm 84:11” – “For Yahweh God is a sun and shield; Yahweh will give grace and glory; No good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly.”
6. “2 Corinthians 9:8” – “And God is able to make all grace abound toward you, that you, always having all sufficiency in all things, may have an abundance for every good work.”
7. “Exodus 33:17” – “So Yahweh said to Moses, ‘I will also do this thing that you have spoken; for you have found grace in My sight, and I know you by name.'”
8. “Isaiah 61:2” – “To proclaim the acceptable year of Yahweh, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all who mourn.”
9. “Ephesians 1:6” – “To the praise of the glory of His grace, by which He made us accepted in the Beloved.”
10. “Deuteronomy 33:23” – “O Naphtali, satisfied with favor, and full of the blessing of the Lord.”
11. “Romans 5:2” – “Through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.”
12. “Psalm 90:17” – “And let the beauty of the Lord our God be upon us, and establish the work of our hands for us.”
13. “Genesis 6:8” – “But Noah found grace in the eyes of Yahweh.”
14. “Proverbs 3:3-4” – “Let not mercy and truth forsake you; Bind them around your neck, Write them on the tablet of your heart, And so find favor and high esteem In the sight of God and man.”
15. “Acts 2:47” – “Praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”
16. “Job 10:12” – “You have granted me life and favor, and Your care has preserved my spirit.”
17. “Psalm 89:17” – “For You are the glory of their strength, and in Your favor our horn is exalted.”
18. “Isaiah 60:10” – “In My favor I have had mercy on you.”
19. “Psalm 106:4” – “Remember me, O Yahweh, with the favor You have toward Your people.”
20. “Luke 1:30” – “Then the angel said to her, ‘Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.'”
21. “Isaiah 49:8” – “Thus says Yahweh: ‘In an acceptable time I have heard You, and in the day of salvation I have helped You.'”

These verses showcase different aspects of God’s favor – from His protective shield to His abundant provision, from His lasting grace to His intimate knowledge of us by name.

Practical Wisdom

When declaring these verses over your life, remember that God’s favor isn’t just about receiving blessings – it’s about being positioned to be a blessing to others. The favor of God empowers us to fulfill His purposes and advance His Kingdom. As you speak these verses, do so with faith in the finished work of Jesus, knowing that His sacrificial blood has made you righteous and acceptable before God.

Make it a daily practice to declare these verses, especially in challenging times. Remember that God’s favor isn’t dependent on your performance but on His grace through Jesus the Messiah. Let these declarations strengthen your faith and remind you of your position as God’s beloved child.

Clearing up Misunderstandings

It’s important to understand that declaring God’s favor isn’t a magical formula or a way to manipulate God into blessing us. Rather, it’s an act of faith that aligns our hearts with His promises and builds our trust in His character.

Some might think that God’s favor means a life free from challenges. However, favor often manifests as strength during trials, wisdom in decisions, and grace to persevere. Even Jesus, who had God’s utmost favor, faced opposition and challenges.

Conclusion

These declarations of God’s favor are powerful reminders of His commitment to bless and prosper His children according to His perfect will. As you declare these verses, let them build your faith and confidence in God’s goodness. Remember that through Jesus, you have been given access to all of God’s promises, and His favor rests upon you not because of what you’ve done, but because of what He has done.

Did You Know?

The Hebrew word for favor (חֵן – chen) is related to the word for “camp” (חָנָה – chanah), suggesting that God’s favor creates a protective encampment around His people. This connection adds deeper meaning to verses like Psalm 5:12, where favor is described as a surrounding shield.