Random Scripture Generator - Free Daily Bible Verse Generator | KJV

Are you looking for fresh inspiration from God's Word? Our Random Scripture Generator is a simple yet powerful tool that brings you a different Bible verse every time you click. Whether you're seeking encouragement, wisdom, or just want to explore the richness of Scripture, this tool makes it easy to discover verses you might never have encountered otherwise.

Random Scripture Generator

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How to Use the Random Scripture Generator

Using this tool is incredibly simple and intuitive:

Quick Start Guide

Get Verse of the Day - Click the dark button at the top to receive today's special verse that's shared by all visitors
Choose Your Testament - Select whether you want verses from the Entire Bible, Old Testament only, or New Testament only
Generate Random Scripture - Click the pink button to receive a randomly selected Bible verse
Read and Reflect - Take time to meditate on the verse God has brought to your attention
Take Action - Copy, share, save to favorites, or read the full chapter for more context

The beauty of this tool is that you never know what God might use to speak to your heart today!

Verse of the Day Feature

What Is Verse of the Day?

The Verse of the Day feature provides a specially selected scripture that remains the same for all users throughout the day. Unlike the random generator, this verse changes only at midnight, creating a shared spiritual experience for everyone who visits.

Why Use Verse of the Day?

Shared Experience - Know that thousands of others are reading and reflecting on the same verse
Daily Consistency - Start every day with a fresh word from God
Discussion Starter - Perfect for group Bible studies or family devotions
Social Connection - Share today's verse knowing others will see the same scripture

How It Works

Our algorithm uses the current date to select a unique verse each day, ensuring:

The same verse appears for all users on the same day
A different verse is presented each day of the year
Coverage across all 66 books of the Bible
Both Old and New Testament representation

Pro Tip: Check the Verse of the Day first thing each morning and make it your meditation focus throughout the day!

Testament Filtering

Choose Your Focus

Our generator offers three filtering options to customize your scripture discovery:

Entire Bible

Access all 31,102 verses from Genesis to Revelation
Perfect for comprehensive Bible exploration
Provides the full breadth of God's Word
Default setting for maximum variety

Old Testament

Focus on the 39 books from Genesis to Malachi
Explore God's covenant with Israel
Discover prophecies about Christ
Study the Law, Prophets, and Writings

New Testament

Concentrate on the 27 books from Matthew to Revelation
Learn about Jesus' life and teachings
Understand early church history
Apply apostolic wisdom to modern life

When to Use Each Filter

Entire Bible: Daily devotions, general study, discovering new passages
Old Testament: Historical context, prophecy study, understanding Jewish roots
New Testament: Christ-focused meditation, church teachings, practical Christian living

Random Scripture Generation

True Randomization

Every time you click "Generate Random Scripture," our tool:

Randomly selects a book from your chosen testament
Randomly picks a chapter within that book
Randomly chooses a verse from that chapter
Displays the complete verse with full context

Why Random Scripture?

Break Out of Familiar Patterns Most Christians repeatedly return to the same 50-100 favorite verses. Random generation introduces you to scriptures you might overlook, expanding your biblical knowledge.

Divine Appointments Many believers testify to receiving exactly the verse they needed at exactly the right time. While we don't use the Bible like a fortune cookie, God can speak through unexpected passages.

Comprehensive Knowledge Regular use helps you become familiar with more of God's Word, building a stronger foundation for faith and doctrine.

Fresh Perspective Even familiar verses can speak differently when encountered unexpectedly in a different context.

"All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness" (2 Timothy 3:16)

Share Buttons - Spread God's Word

Three Easy Ways to Share

After generating any verse, you'll see three colorful share buttons below the scripture:

Twitter Sharing

Click the blue Twitter button
Opens a pre-filled tweet with your verse
Includes the full scripture text and reference
Perfect for inspiring your followers
Great for daily verse posting

Facebook Sharing

Click the Facebook button
Opens Facebook's share dialog
Allows you to add personal commentary
Reaches friends and family
Ideal for starting spiritual conversations

WhatsApp Sharing

Click the green WhatsApp button
Opens WhatsApp with verse pre-loaded
Send directly to individuals or groups
Perfect for small group Bible studies
Easy mobile sharing

Favorite Verses - Build Your Personal Collection

Save Meaningful Scriptures

The Favorites feature allows you to build a personal library of verses that speak to your heart.

How to Use Favorites

Adding Favorites

Generate or view any verse
Click the "Add to Favorites" button
Verse is instantly saved to your personal collection
See confirmation message
Counter updates showing total favorites

Viewing Favorites

Click "View My Favorites" button
See your complete list of saved verses
Counter shows how many verses you've saved
List displays newest first
Expands/collapses for easy access

Managing Favorites

Copy Button: Instantly copy any favorite verse to clipboard
Remove Button: Delete verses you no longer want saved
Persistent Storage: Favorites remain even after closing browser
No Limit: Save as many verses as you like

Favorites Are Stored Locally

Your favorite verses are stored in your browser's local storage, which means:

Privacy: Nobody else can see your favorites
No Account Needed: Works immediately without sign-up
Persistent: Stays saved between visits
Fast Access: Loads instantly without server delays
Browser Specific: Clearing browser data removes favorites
Device Specific: Not synced across different devices

Additional Features

Copy to Clipboard

Every verse can be instantly copied to your clipboard with one click:

Click "Copy Verse" button
Formatted text with quotation marks and reference
Paste anywhere: emails, documents, messages
See confirmation message
Perfect for note-taking or journaling

Read Full Chapter

Understanding context is crucial for proper biblical interpretation:

Click "Read Full Chapter" link
Opens Bible.com in new tab
Shows the complete chapter
Provides surrounding context
Links directly to the correct passage in KJV translation

Why Context Matters:

Prevents misinterpretation
Reveals author's intent
Shows historical setting
Clarifies difficult passages
Provides fuller understanding

Frequently Asked Questions

About the Generator

Q: Is the scripture truly random? A: Yes! Our generator uses a randomization algorithm to select from all available verses in your chosen testament. Each click produces an unpredictable result, just like shuffling a deck of cards.

Q: Can I get the same verse twice? A: Yes, it's possible to receive the same verse multiple times, just as you might draw the same card twice from a shuffled deck. Some see this as God's emphasis on a particular message!

Q: What Bible translation does this use? A: This generator uses the King James Version (KJV), one of the most widely recognized and beloved English translations of the Bible. The complete text comes from our local KJV database.

Q: How many verses are available? A: The entire KJV Bible contains 31,102 verses. When "Entire Bible" is selected, all verses are available. The Old Testament has approximately 23,145 verses, and the New Testament has approximately 7,957 verses.

About Verse of the Day

Q: How is the Verse of the Day selected? A: The Verse of the Day is determined by a date-based algorithm that ensures all users worldwide see the same verse on the same calendar day. It changes automatically at midnight.

Q: Is it really the same for everyone? A: Yes! The Verse of the Day is identical for all users visiting on the same calendar date, creating a shared spiritual experience.

Q: What time does it change? A: The Verse of the Day changes at midnight according to your local time zone.

About Favorites

Q: Do I need to create an account? A: No! Favorites are stored locally in your browser, requiring no registration, login, or personal information.

Q: Will my favorites be there next time? A: Yes, as long as you use the same browser and don't clear your browsing data. Favorites persist between visits.

Q: Can I access my favorites on different devices? A: No, favorites are stored locally in each browser. They don't sync across devices. If you need cross-device access, copy your favorites and save them in a cloud note-taking app.

Q: What happens if I clear my browser data? A: Clearing your browser's cache and cookies will delete your saved favorites. Consider exporting important verses to another location.

Q: Is there a limit to how many verses I can save? A: No! Save as many verses as you'd like. Browser storage is generous and can handle thousands of saved verses.

About Sharing

Q: Do the share buttons work on mobile? A: Yes! All share buttons are mobile-optimized. The WhatsApp button is especially convenient on mobile devices.

Q: Can I customize the shared text? A: When sharing to Twitter and WhatsApp, the verse text and reference are pre-filled, but you can edit them before posting. Facebook allows you to add your own commentary.

Q: Do I need accounts on these platforms? A: Yes, you'll need an active account on Twitter, Facebook, or WhatsApp to use the respective share buttons.

Technical Questions

Q: Does this work offline? A: No, you need an internet connection to initially load the Bible data. Once loaded, you can generate verses, but sharing features require internet access.

Q: Does this work on all browsers? A: Yes! The tool works on all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and mobile browsers.

Q: Is my data private? A: Absolutely. Your favorites are stored only on your device. We don't collect, store, or have access to any of your data.

Q: Is this tool really free? A: Yes, completely free! No hidden costs, no premium features, no subscriptions. We created this tool to help people engage more deeply with God's Word.

About the Bible Text

Q: How accurate is the text? A: We use a complete, verified KJV Bible database. The text is accurate and matches printed KJV Bibles.

Q: Why are some verses longer than others? A: Bible verses vary greatly in length. Some are just a few words (like "Jesus wept" - John 11:35), while others are entire paragraphs. Our generator displays verses exactly as they appear in Scripture.

Q: Can I suggest adding other translations? A: Currently, we offer the KJV translation. We may add other translations in the future based on user feedback.