Bible declarations against fear and anxiety
When fear starts talking, answer it out loud with what God has said. These declarations don't promise that nothing bad will happen. They remind you who is with you.
Anxiety usually speaks in what-ifs. These declarations answer them with what God has already said: He is with you, He cares for you, and tomorrow is in His hands.
A few of them, like the peace Jesus gives, are promises to people who trust Him. If that isn't you yet, He welcomes anyone who comes to Him (John 6:37).
They aren't a cure for an anxiety disorder, and you don't have to choose between prayer and good care. If anxiety is with you most days, please talk with a counselor or your doctor too.
If you're thinking about ending your life, call or text 988.
13 declarations
Each with its verse and the lie it answers.
- 1
In Christ, God hasn't given me a spirit of fear, but of power, love and self-control.
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.
2 Timothy 1:7What it means Answers the lie“I'm going to blank out and fail.”
Bible verses for anxiety before a test or exam - 2
I don't have to be afraid, because God is with me. He strengthens me and holds me up.
Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.
Isaiah 41:10What it means Answers the lie“What if something goes wrong?”
Bible verses for anxiety before surgery - 3
When I'm afraid, I can put my trust in God.
When I am afraid, I put my trust in You.
Psalm 56:3Read in context Answers the lie“Being afraid means I don't trust God.”
- 4
I bring every worry to God in prayer, with thanks. His peace guards my heart and mind in Christ Jesus.
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7What it means Answers the lie“I can't stop going over it in my head.”
Bible verses for overthinking - 5
I cast all my anxiety on God, because He cares for me.
Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.
1 Peter 5:7What it means Answers the lie“It's too much, and I can't handle it.”
Bible verses for when you feel overwhelmed - 6
I don't have to live tomorrow's worries today.
Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Today has enough trouble of its own.
Matthew 6:34Read in context Answers the lie“Something bad is coming and I won't be ready.”
Bible verses for worrying about the future - 7
When I come to Jesus, He gives me His peace. I don't have to let my heart be troubled.
Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.
John 14:27What it means Answers the lie“I'll only be okay once this is over.”
- 8
God is my refuge and strength, always there in trouble.
God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble.
Psalm 46:1What it means Answers the lie“I'm drowning, and I can't keep my head above water.”
Bible verses for when you feel like you're drowning - 9
God keeps the mind that trusts Him in perfect peace. I fix my thoughts on Him.
You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.
Isaiah 26:3What it means Answers the lie“I can't have peace until everything is calm.”
- 10
The Lord who watches over me never sleeps, so I can rest.
He will not allow your foot to slip; your Protector will not slumber. Behold, the Protector of Israel will neither slumber nor sleep.
Psalm 121:3-4Read in context Answers the lie“I can't sleep. My mind won't stop.”
Bible verses for when your mind won't stop at night - 11
In Christ, God is my Father, and He knows what I need.
For the Gentiles strive after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them.
Matthew 6:32Read in context Answers the lie“We're not going to make it this month.”
Bible verses for when you're worried about money - 12
My times are in God's hands.
My times are in Your hands; deliver me from my enemies and from those who pursue me.
Psalm 31:15Read in context Answers the lie“I need to know how this ends.”
Bible verses for when you don't know what's going to happen - 13
The Lord goes before me and is with me. I don't have to be afraid or discouraged.
The LORD Himself goes before you; He will be with you. He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid or discouraged.
Deuteronomy 31:8Read in context Answers the lie“I'm going to face this alone.”
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Verses from the Berean Standard Bible. From getflipthescript.com/bible-declarations
Questions people ask
What does the Bible say about fear and anxiety?
That God is with His people (Isaiah 41:10), cares for them (1 Peter 5:7) and invites them to bring every worry to Him in prayer (Philippians 4:6-7). Do not fear is one of the most repeated commands in Scripture, and it almost always comes with a reason: God is with you.
Is anxiety a sin?
Feeling anxious isn't a sin. Jesus was deeply distressed in the garden of Gethsemane. The Bible tells you what to do with anxiety: bring it to God. Anxiety disorders are real health conditions, and getting treatment is wise, not faithless.
Can declarations stop a panic attack?
They can help steady your thoughts, but they aren't a treatment. In the moment, slow your breathing and say one short line, like Psalm 56:3. If panic attacks keep happening, see your doctor or a counselor.
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