Bible Verse of the Day (KJV)

September 19, 2026

“Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.”
— 1 Peter 5:7 (KJV)

Go deeper: read our full explainer on 1 Peter 5:7 — context, meaning, and how to pray it.

How the verse of the day works

Every day at midnight, a new verse from the King James Version appears here and on the lock screens of Quiethaven readers around the world. Each one is chosen to be short enough to memorize and deep enough to carry — a promise, a comfort, or a call drawn from across the whole Bible. Yesterday's verse gives way to today's; the rhythm itself is the point. As the psalmist wrote, "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path" (Psalm 119:105) — a lamp shows enough light for one step at a time, and a daily verse works the same way.

This week's Bible verses of the day (KJV)

Today's verse and the six before it, so you can catch up on a day you missed or find the one you half-remember. Each is King James Version; where we have written a full explainer, the reference links to it.

Today — “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” — 1 Peter 5:7 (KJV)
September 18 — “Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.” — 1 Corinthians 16:13 (KJV)
September 17 — “What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.” — Mark 10:9 (KJV)
September 16 — “He answereth and saith unto them, He that hath two coats, let him impart to him that hath none; and he that hath meat, let him do likewise.” — Luke 3:11 (KJV)
September 15 — “And unto man he said, Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom; and to depart from evil is understanding.” — Job 28:28 (KJV)
September 14 — “After these things the word of the LORD came unto Abram in a vision, saying, Fear not, Abram: I am thy shield, and thy exceeding great reward.” — Genesis 15:1 (KJV)
September 13 — “He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he that loveth abundance with increase: this is also vanity.” — Ecclesiastes 5:10 (KJV)

How to use a daily verse well

Don't just read it — keep it. Read today's verse slowly, twice. Carry it with you and return to it at lunch and before sleep; three small visits beat one quick glance. Turn it into a one-sentence prayer back to God. If a verse takes hold of you, learn it by heart — our guide on how to memorize Bible verses shows seven simple methods, and a quiet prayer timer gives the verse five unhurried minutes to settle in.

Beloved daily verses (KJV)

Some verses return to hearts again and again. These are among the most loved daily Bible verses — each links to a full explainer with context, meaning, and how to pray it:

John 3:16 — For God so loved the world…
Psalm 23:1 — The LORD is my shepherd…
Philippians 4:13 — I can do all things through Christ…
Isaiah 41:10 — Fear thou not; for I am with thee…
Jeremiah 29:11 — I know the thoughts that I think toward you…
Romans 8:28 — All things work together for good…
Psalm 46:10 — Be still, and know that I am God…
Matthew 11:28 — Come unto me, all ye that labour…
Isaiah 40:31 — They that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength…
Psalm 119:105 — Thy word is a lamp unto my feet…

Every verse of the year, by month

The rotation runs a full 365 days, so a verse does not come round again until next year. Each month lists its own days and their verses — look ahead, or find the one you half-remember from a fortnight ago:

Find a verse for what you're facing

Sometimes you don't need today's verse — you need the verse for today's burden. Browse Scripture by topic: Anxiety · Hope · Peace · Strength · Faith · Love · Healing · Encouragement, and dozens more.

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Frequently asked questions

What is today's Bible verse of the day?

Today's verse of the day (September 19, 2026) is 1 Peter 5:7 (KJV): "Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you."

Is the verse of the day from the KJV?

Yes. The Quiethaven verse of the day is drawn from the King James Version (KJV), the classic 1611 English translation. In the app you can also read each verse in other translations, including ESV-style modern editions, Reina-Valera and the Russian Synodal Bible.

How often does the verse of the day change?

A new daily Bible verse appears every day at midnight UTC, every day of the year. Each verse is chosen for encouragement, comfort or wisdom — short enough to memorize and carry through the day.

How do I get the verse of the day on my iPhone lock screen?

Download Quiethaven free from the App Store, add the Quiethaven widget to your lock screen, and the daily verse will be there every time you pick up your phone — quiet, beautiful, no notifications required.