In times of uncertainty like the ones we live in, we need to remember that our God is always with us and that he is in control of everything. Let us lift our eyes to the Lord and hope in him (Psalm 123:1-2). We serve the Almighty God whom we can trust. He will work even in the midst of the most difficult circumstances, let us not doubt it.
Here you will find 31 Bible verses that will help you overcome anxiety and fear. You can use one each day of the month to memorize it or to meditate during the day, thus keeping your mind full of God’s promises. Overcome anxiety with the truth of the Lord’s Word!
Bible verses to triumph over anxiety and fear
1. Philippians 4:6-7
Don’t worry about anything; rather, on every occasion, with prayer and supplication, present your petitions to God and give him thanks. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
(Philippians 4:6-7)
2. Isaiah 35:4
… say to those with fearful hearts: «Be strong, do not be afraid. His God will come, will come with vengeance; with divine retribution he will come to save them ».
(Isaiah 35:4)
3. Psalm 46:1-2
God is our shelter and strength, our sure help in times of distress. Therefore, we will not fear even if the earth crumbles and the mountains sink to the bottom of the sea.
(Psalm 46:1-2)
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4. Proverbs 18:10
Impregnable tower is the name of the Lord; the righteous run to it and are saved.
(Proverbs 18:10)
5. Joshua 1:9
I have already commanded you: be strong and brave! Do not be afraid or discouraged! For the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.
(Josue 1: 9)
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6. Ephesians 6:13
Therefore, put on the whole armor of God, so that when the evil day comes, you can stand firm to the end.
(Ephesians 6:13)
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7. Psalm 73:25-26
Who do I have in heaven but you? If I’m with you, I don’t want anything on earth anymore. My body and my spirit may fail, but God strengthens my heart; he is my eternal inheritance.
(Psalm 73:25-26)
8. Deuteronomy 31:8
The Lord himself will go before you and be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid or discouraged.
(Deuteronomy 31:8)
9. John 14:27
Peace I leave you; I give you my peace. I do not give it to you as the world does. Do not be distressed or cowered.
(John 14:27)
10. Matthew 6:33-34
Rather, seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, which will have its own concerns. Each day already has its own problems.
(Matthew 6:33-34)
11. Psalm 73:23-24
But I am always with you, because you hold me by the right hand. You guide me with your advice, and later you will welcome me in glory.
(Psalm 73:23-24)
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12. Psalm 94:19
When in me the anguish was increasing, your consolation filled my soul with joy.
(Psalm 94:19)
13. Isaiah 40:31
…but those who trust in the Lord will renew their strength; they will fly like eagles: they will run and not tire, they will walk and not tire.
(Isaiah 40:31)
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14. Psalm 121:5-8
The Lord is the one who takes care of you, the Lord is your protective shadow. By day the sun will not harm you, nor the moon at night. The Lord will protect you; from all evil he will protect your life. The Lord will watch over you at home and on the road, now and forever.
(Psalm 121:5-8)
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15. Psalm 118:5-6
From my anguish I cried out to the Lord, and he responded by giving me freedom. The Lord is with me, and I am not afraid; What can a mere mortal do to me?
(Psalm 118:5-6)
16. John 14:1
(Jesus said) Do not worry. Trust God, and trust me too.
(John 14:1)
17. Psalm 23:4
Even if I go through dark valleys, I don’t fear any danger because you are by my side; your shepherd’s rod comforts me.
(Psalm 23:4)
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18. 2 Corinthians 9:8
And God can make all grace abound to you, so that always, in all circumstances, you have everything you need, and every good deed abounds in you.
(2 Corinthians 9:8)
19. 2 Timothy 1:7
For God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of power, love and self-control.
(2 Timothy 1:7)
20. Psalm 56:3-4a
When I feel afraid, I put my trust in you. I trust in God and praise his word; I trust in God and I am not afraid.
(Psalm 56:3-4a)
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21. Isaiah 41:10
So do not fear, because I am with you; do not worry, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my victorious right hand.
(Isaiah 41:10)
22. Isaiah 41:12-13
Even if you look for your enemies, you will not find them. Those who make war on you will be like nothing, as if they didn’t exist. For I am the Lord your God, who holds your right hand; I am the one who tells you: “Don’t be afraid, I will help you”.
(Isaiah 41:12-13)
23. Psalm 34:1-4
I will bless the Lord at all times; my lips will always praise him. My soul glories in the Lord; The humble will hear it and rejoice. Magnify the Lord with me; let us exalt his name together. I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears.
(Psalm 34:1-4)
24. Psalm 27:1-3
The Lord is my light and my salvation; who will I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; who can frighten me? When the wicked advance against me to devour my flesh, when my enemies and adversaries attack me, it is they who stumble and fall. Even when an army besieges me, my heart will not fear; Even when a war breaks out against me, I will keep the trust.
(Psalm 27:1-3)
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25. Romans 8:15
And you did not receive a spirit that again enslaves you to fear, but the Spirit that adopts you as children and allows you to cry: “Abba! Dad!”
(Romans 8:15)
26. Matthew 10:29-31
Aren’t two sparrows sold for a coin? However, not one of them will fall to the ground without the Father’s permission; and he counts even the hairs of your head for you. So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.
(Matthew 10:29-31)
27. Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and not in your own intelligence. Acknowledge him in all your ways, and he will make your paths smooth.
(Proverbs 3:5-6)
28. Matthew 10:28
Do not be afraid of those who kill the body, but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy soul and body in hell.
(Matthew 10:28)
29. Isaiah 51:12-13a
It is I myself who consoles them. Who are you, who fears men, mere mortals, who are nothing but grass? Have you forgotten the Lord, who made you; to whom he stretched out the heavens and established the earth?
(Isaiah 51:12-13a)
30. Romans 8:35-39
Who will separate us from the love of Christ? Tribulation, or anguish, persecution, famine, destitution, danger, or violence? Thus it is written: “For your sake they always lead us to death; they treat us like sheep to be slaughtered!” Yet in all this we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither what is present nor what is to come, nor powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love that God has manifested us in Christ Jesus our Lord.
(Romans 8:35-39)
31. 1 Peter 5:7
Cast all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you.
(1 Peter 5:7)
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