Bible verses for anxiety

Eight verses for anxious days

• 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.

  Philippians 4:6-7

• …casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.

  1 Peter 5:7

• Therefore don’t be anxious for tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Each day’s own evil is sufficient.

  Matthew 6:34

• 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.

  Isaiah 41:10

• 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.

  John 14:27

• In the multitude of my thoughts within me, your comforts delight my soul.

  Psalm 94:19

• “Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

  Matthew 11:28-30

• When I am afraid, I will put my trust in you.

  Psalm 56:3

A short prayer

Lord, You see what I am carrying today. I give You my worries, one by one. Calm my heart and my thoughts, and help me take the next small step. Thank You that You care for me. Amen.

If the worry won't let go

Prayer and Scripture help, and so does talking to someone. If anxiety is with you most days, try the 2-minute breathing, make a free plan, or talk to an e-coach. You can also ask our Hope Carriers to pray for you.