Facing surgery can be a challenging and uncertain time. Turning to God’s Word can bring peace, encouragement, and reassurance. Memorizing and meditating on key Bible verses can help strengthen your faith, calm your fears, and remind you that God is in control. Below are powerful scriptures to focus on before surgery, grouped by theme.

Trusting God’s Plan

Trusting in God’s plan can provide comfort when facing the unknown. These verses remind us that He has a purpose for everything and is always working for our good.

1. Jeremiah 29:11 – "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you," says Yahweh, "thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future."
2. Romans 8:28 – "We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, for those who are called according to his purpose."
3. Proverbs 3:5-6 – "Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."

Peace & Comfort

When anxiety and fear arise, God’s Word provides peace that surpasses understanding. These verses offer reassurance and tranquility.

4. John 14:27 – "Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you; not as the world gives, I give to you. Don’t let your heart be troubled, neither let it be fearful."
5. Philippians 4:6-7 – "In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus."
6. Psalm 23:4 – "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me. Your rod and your staff, they comfort me."

God’s Presence & Strength

No matter the outcome, God promises to be with us and provide strength. These verses remind us of His constant presence.

7. Isaiah 41:10 – "Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness."
8. Deuteronomy 31:8 – "Yahweh himself is who goes before you. He will be with you. He will not fail you nor forsake you. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be discouraged."
9. Joshua 1:9 – "Haven’t I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be dismayed, for Yahweh your God is with you wherever you go."

Healing & Recovery

God is the ultimate healer, and His Word offers hope for restoration and recovery after surgery.

10. Psalm 41:3 – "Yahweh will sustain him on his sickbed, and restore him from his bed of illness."
11. Exodus 15:26 – "He said, 'If you will diligently listen to Yahweh your God’s voice, and will do that which is right in his eyes, and will pay attention to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of the diseases on you, which I have put on the Egyptians; for I am Yahweh who heals you.'"
12. James 5:14-15 – "Is any among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the assembly, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord, and the prayer of faith will heal him who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. If he has committed sins, he will be forgiven."

God’s Protection

Before surgery, it’s reassuring to know that God watches over us. These verses remind us of His protection and care.

13. Psalm 121:7-8 – "Yahweh will keep you from all evil. He will keep your soul. Yahweh will keep your going out and your coming in, from this time forward, and forever more."
14. 2 Timothy 1:7 – "For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control."
15. Psalm 46:1 – "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble."

How to Use These Verses

• Meditate Daily – Read and reflect on these verses in the days leading up to surgery.
• Pray Through Scripture – Use the verses as part of your personal prayers.
• Write Them Down – Keep a small card with your favorite verse to read before surgery.
• Share With Others – Encourage family and friends to pray these scriptures with you.

Download Your Free PDF

To help you keep these verses close, download our free printable PDF with all these Bible verses. Keep it on hand for encouragement before, during, and after surgery.

May these scriptures bring you peace and confidence as you trust in God’s plan for your healing and recovery.

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