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What Does the Bible Say About Atheists?

10 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Atheists in the Bible

What does the Bible say about atheists? Browse 14 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.

10
Total Verses
1
Old Testament
9
New Testament

Top 10 Verses About Atheists

  1. 1
    Psalms 103:8
    The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. plentious: Heb. great in mercy
    KJV
  2. 2
    Luke 18:8
    I tell you that he will avenge them speedily . Nevertheless when the Son of man cometh, shall he find faith on the earth?
    KJV
  3. 3
    John 13:7
    Jesus answered and said unto him, What I do thou knowest not now; but thou shalt know hereafter .
    KJV
  4. 4
    John 14:17
    Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you.
    KJV
  5. 5
    Acts 26:28
    Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian.
    KJV
  6. 6
    Romans 2:14
    For when the Gentiles, which have not the law, do by nature the things contained in the law, these, having not the law, are a law unto themselves:
    KJV
  7. 7
    Hebrews 11:6
    But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
    KJV
  8. 8
    James 2:19
    Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble.
    KJV
  9. 9
    James 2:24
    Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
    KJV
  10. 10
    Jude 1:22
    And of some have compassion, making a difference:
    KJV

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Atheists? (1 Verses)

The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. plentious: Heb. great in mercy

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Atheists? (9 Verses)

I tell you that he will avenge them speedily . Nevertheless when the Son of man cometh, shall he find faith on the earth?
Jesus answered and said unto him, What I do thou knowest not now; but thou shalt know hereafter .
Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you.
Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian.
For when the Gentiles, which have not the law, do by nature the things contained in the law, these, having not the law, are a law unto themselves:
But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble.
Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
And of some have compassion, making a difference:

How to Study What the Bible Says About Atheists

  1. 1

    Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.

  2. 2

    Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about atheists. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.

  3. 3

    Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.

  4. 4

    Memorise at least one key verse about atheists and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.

Practical Application

Studying what the Bible says about atheists is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:

  • Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on atheists needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.

  • Share what you have learned about atheists with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.

  • Pray through the key verses about atheists, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about atheists?
What does the Bible say about atheists? Browse 14 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme. The Bible contains 10 key verses about atheists spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about atheists are there?
There are 10 key Bible verses about atheists compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about atheists?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about atheists is Psalms 103:8 — "The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. plentious: Heb. great in mercy"
Where in the Bible does it talk about atheists?
Atheists is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 10 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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