22 Bible Verses About Anxiety

Bible verses about anxiety have the power to bring peace into our lives when we read them.

No matter our situation or circumstance, the Bible is able to speak to our specific need.

God knows exactly where we are and knows exactly what we need.

First, listening to these Bible verses also builds our faith; the scripture says that faith comes by hearing and hearing by the word of God. (Romans 10:17)

So having these scriptures playing in our homes can benefit our lives tremendously!

When we listen to the scriptures, it’s building our faith, and this is what God will use to bring into our remembrance when we face times of trouble, or we find ourselves in a place where we really need God’s help.

As we fill our hearts and minds with Bible scripture, it is indeed giving us something of substance to draw from.

Secondly, an even more effective practice, I believe, is actually quoting these Bible verses out loud!

There is power in the spoken word and in our declaration!

Make it a practice to read, listen to and speak God’s promises over your life and I guarantee you that as you build yourself up in the word you are also building yourself up in faith and His word will flow through you mightily!

Here Are 22 Bible Verses About Anxiety

do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. Philippians 4:6

Therefore, do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble. Matthew 6:34

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

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

I will not leave you nor forsake you. Be strong and of good courage, Joshua 1:5–6

I sought the LORD, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears. Psalm 34:4

And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful. Colossians 3:15

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

Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life? Matthew 6:27

Cast your burden on the LORD, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved. Psalm 55:22

What Does The Bible Say About Anxiety

The Bible is clear that anxiety, worry, doubt and fear are polar opposite characteristics to the fruits of the Spirit. If a person spins time with God by reading the Bible, prayer, worship and devotion, their life will naturally overflow with the fruits of the Holy Spirit.
(love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control).

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11

So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ Matthew 6:31

But when they arrest you, do not worry about what to say or how to say it. At that time you will be given what to say, Matthew 10:19

Then Jesus said to his disciples: “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat; or about your body, what you will wear. Luke 12:22

So we can confidently say, “The Lord is my helper, I will not fear; what can man do to me? Hebrews 13:6

but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:31

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9

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

Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6

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

Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also. And you know the way to where I am going. John 14:1-4

Scientific research has shown that worry and anxiety can cause a person to have considerable health problems, such as high blood pressure, And heart complication.

It is actually one of the leading causes of heart disease.

Furthermore, research also shows that people who spend time in prayer, meditation and have a regular church attendance actually have lower stress levels and tend to live a more peaceful, worry free life.

Anxiety stems from a constant fear of the unknown.

The human mind has a strange way of exploring the worst-case scenarios that we can come up with, making these imaginations feel as if all of these endless wandering thoughts are real, when in reality they are most likely the furthest thing from the truth.

This gives birth to many phobias and disorders.

The body’s nervous system also responds to these anxious thoughts, creating emotional baggage caused from fear of the unknown.

Your physical body will literally respond to your thoughts; your knees with shake, palms begin to sweat, heart rate will increase and more.

Living in fearful thoughts of uncertainty is very unhealthy and hasn’t any place in the life of the believer.

The Bible says that hope differed makes the heart sick (Proverbs 13:12). If we place our hope and trust and the finished work of Jesus Christ, we can rest assured that God’s promises are true and that he blessed his children with a hope and a future (Jeremiah 29:11).

God’s word is ancient, it existed before time itself and yet it is alive and living waiting to meet us where we are today, it is able to impact our lives with a peace that surpasses all understanding no matter where we are at in life.

Rest assured that God’s promises are YES and AMEN (John 7:38), and He remains the same yesterday, today and forever! (Hebrews 13:8)

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think on these things. (Philippians 4:8)

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