Bible Verses About Anxiety

Anxiety is a powerful theme throughout the Bible. Explore 25+ carefully selected Scripture passages about anxiety, each with context and meaning to deepen your understanding of God's Word.

Discover 25+ powerful Bible verses about anxiety. Read Scripture passages with context, meaning, and practical application for your life today.

Top Anxiety Verses

These are the most well-known and frequently referenced verses about anxiety:

"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you."
1 Peter 5:7
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"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
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"Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own."
Matthew 6:34
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"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God."
Philippians 4:6
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"The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid?"
Psalms 27:1
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All Verses

"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you."
1 Peter 5:7
"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
"Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own."
Matthew 6:34
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God."
Philippians 4:6
"The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid?"
Psalms 27:1
"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”"
Deuteronomy 31:6
"The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him,"
Nahum 1:7
"By faith Moses’ parents hid him for three months after he was born, because they saw he was no ordinary child, and they were not afraid of the king’s edict."
Hebrews 11:23
"Do not be afraid, O worm Jacob, O little Israel, for I myself will help you,” declares the Lord, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel."
Isaiah 41:14
"Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?"
Matthew 6:27
"“And why do you worry about clothes? See how the lilies of the field grow. They do not labor or spin."
Matthew 6:28
"So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’"
Matthew 6:31
"when you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet."
Proverbs 3:24
"Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts."
Psalms 139:23
"You who bring good tidings to Zion, go up on a high mountain. You who bring good tidings to Jerusalem, lift up your voice with a shout, lift it up, do not be afraid; say to the towns of Judah, “Here is your God!”"
Isaiah 40:9
"“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 important than food, and the body more important than clothes?"
Matthew 6:25
"For this reason, when I could stand it no longer, I sent to find out about your faith. I was afraid that in some way the tempter might have tempted you and our efforts might have been useless."
1 Thessalonians 3:5
"But I am afraid that just as Eve was deceived by the serpent’s cunning, your minds may somehow be led astray from your sincere and pure devotion to Christ."
2 Corinthians 11:3
"This is especially true of those who follow the corrupt desire of the sinful nature and despise authority. Bold and arrogant, these men are not afraid to slander celestial beings;"
2 Peter 2:10
"Do not show partiality in judging; hear both small and great alike. Do not be afraid of any man, for judgment belongs to God. Bring me any case too hard for you, and I will hear it."
Deuteronomy 1:17
"See, the Lord your God has given you the land. Go up and take possession of it as the Lord, the God of your fathers, told you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”"
Deuteronomy 1:21
"Then I said to you, “Do not be terrified; do not be afraid of them."
Deuteronomy 1:29
"Give the people these orders: ‘You are about to pass through the territory of your brothers the descendants of Esau, who live in Seir. They will be afraid of you, but be very careful."
Deuteronomy 2:4
"The Lord said to me, “Do not be afraid of him, for I have handed him over to you with his whole army and his land. Do to him what you did to Sihon king of the Amorites, who reigned in Heshbon.”"
Deuteronomy 3:2
"Do not be afraid of them; the Lord your God himself will fight for you.”"
Deuteronomy 3:22

How to Apply These Anxiety Verses

Reading Bible verses about anxiety is just the beginning. Here are practical ways to apply these Scriptures to your daily life:

  1. Memorization: Choose one verse that resonates with you and commit it to memory. Write it on a card and review it daily.
  2. Meditation: Spend 5-10 minutes reflecting on what these verses mean for your specific situation.
  3. Prayer: Use these verses as a foundation for prayer, asking God to help you embody these truths.
  4. Journaling: Write about how these verses apply to challenges or decisions you're facing.
  5. Sharing: Encourage others by sharing these verses with friends who might benefit from them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about anxiety?

Anxiety is a powerful theme throughout the Bible. Explore 25+ carefully selected Scripture passages about anxiety, each with context and meaning to deepen your understanding of God's Word.

How many Bible verses are about anxiety?

There are 25+ Bible verses related to anxiety on this page, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments.

What is the best Bible verse about anxiety?

One of the most popular Bible verses about anxiety is 1 Peter 5:7: "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you...."

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