Fear and anxiety are real feelings that many people face every day. Bible verses on fear and anxiety remind us that God is present, powerful, and full of peace. His Word speaks truth in the middle of worry and brings comfort in hard moments. These scriptures speak directly to our hearts and point us back to trust and hope.
- Isaiah 41:10
“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.” (NIV) - Psalm 34:4
“I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears.” (NIV) - Joshua 1:9
“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.” (NIV) - Psalm 23:4
“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” (NIV) - Proverbs 3:25–26
“Have no fear of sudden disaster or of the ruin that overtakes the wicked, for the Lord will be at your side and will keep your foot from being snared.” (NIV) - Deuteronomy 31:6
“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.” (NIV) - Isaiah 43:1
“Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.” (NIV) - Psalm 56:3
“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” (NIV) - Psalm 27:1
“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?” (NIV) - Proverbs 12:25
“Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.” (NIV) - Isaiah 35:4
“Say to those with fearful hearts, ‘Be strong, do not fear; your God will come, he will come with vengeance; with divine retribution he will come to save you.'” (NIV) - Psalm 94:19
“When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.” (NIV) - Lamentations 3:57
“You came near when I called you, and you said, ‘Do not fear.'” (NIV) - Psalm 91:4–5
“He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge… You will not fear the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by day.” (NIV) - 2 Chronicles 20:17
“Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Go out to face them tomorrow, and the Lord will be with you.” (NIV) - Philippians 4:6–7
“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… will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (NIV) - 2 Timothy 1:7
“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.” (NIV) - 1 Peter 5:7
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” (NIV) - Matthew 6:34
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” (NIV) - John 14:27
“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.” (NIV) - Romans 8:15
“The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship.” (NIV) - Hebrews 13:6
“So we say with confidence, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?'” (NIV) - Matthew 10:31
“So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” (NIV) - Luke 12:25–26
“Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life? Since you cannot do this very little thing, why do you worry about the rest?” (NIV) - Mark 5:36
“Don’t be afraid; just believe.” (NIV) - Matthew 11:28–30
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest… For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” (NIV) - Colossians 3:15
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” (NIV) - 2 Thessalonians 3:16
“Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.” (NIV) - John 16:33
“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.” (NIV) - Romans 8:38–39
“For I am convinced that neither death nor life… nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God.” (NIV) - Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” (NIV) - Nahum 1:7
“The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him.” (NIV) - Zephaniah 3:17
“The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves… He will rejoice over you with singing.” (NIV) - Psalm 121:1–2
“I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.” (NIV) - Isaiah 26:3
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” (NIV) - Psalm 118:6
“The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?” (NIV) - Isaiah 12:2
“Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord himself, is my strength and my defense.” (NIV) - Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him…” (NIV) - 1 John 4:18
“There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear…” (NIV) - James 1:2–3
“Consider it pure joy… whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.” (NIV)