22 Bible Verses For When You’re Feeling Anxious

Worrying and overthinking about things that might go wrong can paralyze the soul, making you feel hopeless, helpless, and ready to surrender to the forces of darkness. But these verses are a constant soothing reminder that God’s love can wash away all anxiety.

1

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 4:6-7

2

“Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” — Matthew 6:34

3

“Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life?” — Luke 12:25

4

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” — John 14:27

5

“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” — 1 Peter 5:7

6

“In my distress I called to the Lord; I cried to my God for help. From his temple he heard my voice; my cry came before him, into his ears.” — Psalm 18:6

7

“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me.” — John 14:1

8

“When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.” — Psalm 94:19

9

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28

10

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18

11

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” — John 16:33

12

“I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears.” — Psalm 34:4

13

“Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.” — Proverbs 12:25

14

“But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.” — 2 Thessalonians 3:3

15

“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” — 2 Timothy 1:7

16

“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” — Psalm 56:3

17

“Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you, declares the Lord.” — Jeremiah 1:8

18

“Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom.” — Luke 12:32

19

“The Lord will keep you from all harm—he will watch over your life.” — Psalm 121:7

20

“Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes?” — Matthew 6:25