Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Saints?

10 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Saints in the Bible

Explore what the Bible says about saints. This collection of 12 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.

10
Total Verses
1
Old Testament
9
New Testament

Top 10 Verses About Saints

  1. 1
    Psalms 30:4
    Sing unto the LORD, O ye saints of his, and give thanks at the remembrance of his holiness. at: or, to the memorial
    KJV
  2. 2
    Acts 9:13
    Then Ananias answered, Lord, I have heard by many of this man, how much evil he hath done to thy saints at Jerusalem:
    KJV
  3. 3
    Romans 1:7
    To all that be in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.
    KJV
  4. 4
    Romans 8:27
    And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to the will of God. because: or, that
    KJV
  5. 5
    Ephesians 1:1
    Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, to the saints which are at Ephesus, and to the faithful in Christ Jesus:
    KJV
  6. 6
    Philippians 1:1
    Paul and Timotheus, the servants of Jesus Christ, to all the saints in Christ Jesus which are at Philippi, with the bishops and deacons:
    KJV
  7. 7
    Colossians 1:2
    To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ which are at Colosse: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
    KJV
  8. 8
    Hebrews 12:1
    Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,
    KJV
  9. 9
    Revelation 5:8
    And when he had taken the book, the four beasts and four and twenty elders fell down before the Lamb, having every one of them harps, and golden vials full of odours, which are the prayers of saints. odours: or, incense
    KJV
  10. 10
    Revelation 14:12
    Here is the patience of the saints: here are they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus.
    KJV

Subtopics of Saints

intercession of saints
praying to saints
venerating saints

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

Sing unto the LORD, O ye saints of his, and give thanks at the remembrance of his holiness. at: or, to the memorial

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

Then Ananias answered, Lord, I have heard by many of this man, how much evil he hath done to thy saints at Jerusalem:
To all that be in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.
And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to the will of God. because: or, that
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, to the saints which are at Ephesus, and to the faithful in Christ Jesus:
Paul and Timotheus, the servants of Jesus Christ, to all the saints in Christ Jesus which are at Philippi, with the bishops and deacons:
To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ which are at Colosse: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,
And when he had taken the book, the four beasts and four and twenty elders fell down before the Lamb, having every one of them harps, and golden vials full of odours, which are the prayers of saints. odours: or, incense
Here is the patience of the saints: here are they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus.

How to Study What the Bible Says About Saints

  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 saints. 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 saints 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 saints 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 saints needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.

  • Share what you have learned about saints 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 saints, 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 saints?
Explore what the Bible says about saints. This collection of 12 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme. The Bible contains 10 key verses about saints spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about saints are there?
There are 10 key Bible verses about saints compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about saints?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about saints is Psalms 30:4 — "Sing unto the LORD, O ye saints of his, and give thanks at the remembrance of his holiness. at: or, to the memorial"
Where in the Bible does it talk about saints?
Saints 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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