Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About The Future?
10 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding The Future in the Bible
Discover 12 powerful Bible verses about the future. Study what Scripture teaches about this essential faith & trust topic.
Top 10 Verses About The Future
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- 2Proverbs 16:3
“Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established. Commit: Heb. Roll”
KJV - 3Proverbs 19:21
“There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.”
KJV - 4Proverbs 27:1
“Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. to: Heb. to morrow day”
KJV - 5
- 6Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. expected: Heb. end and expectation”
KJV - 7Daniel 12:4
“But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased.”
KJV - 8
- 9Philippians 1:6
“Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ: perform: or, finish”
KJV - 10
Subtopics of The Future
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About The Future? (7 Verses)
“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.”
“Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established. Commit: Heb. Roll”
“There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.”
“Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. to: Heb. to morrow day”
“The word that Isaiah the son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem.”
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. expected: Heb. end and expectation”
“But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased.”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About The Future? (3 Verses)
“Then if any man shall say unto you, Lo, here is Christ, or there; believe it not.”
“Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ: perform: or, finish”
“Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.”
How to Study What the Bible Says About The Future
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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.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about the future. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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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.
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Memorise at least one key verse about the future 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 the future 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 the future needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about the future 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 the future, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
How Well Do You Know What the Bible Says About The Future?
You have studied 10 verses about the future. Now test your knowledge with chapter-by-chapter quizzes covering the books where these verses appear.