When you are feeling fearful, you can pray these Scriptures over yourself and whatever situation you are in. These Scriptures will help bring you peace as you ask the Lord to be present in the midst of your fear.
“Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.”
Psalms 55:22
“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”
2 Timothy 1:7
“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
“‘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
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” Matthew 6:34
“Therefore, we may boldly say: The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?”
Hebrews 13:6
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.” John 14:27
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
1 Peter 5:7
“Such love has no fear because perfect love expels all fear. If we are afraid, it is for fear of punishment and this shows that we have not fully experienced his perfect love.”
1 John 4:18
“My soul also is greatly troubled. But you, O LORD–how long? 4 Turn, O LORD, deliver my life; save me for the sake of your steadfast love.”
Psalm 6:3-4
“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
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.”
Colossians 3:15
“And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:7
“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
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast because they trust in you.”
Isaiah 26:3
“Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad.”
Proverbs 12:25
“Be my rock of refuge, to which I can always go; give the command to save me, for you are my rock and my fortress.”
Psalms 71:3
“The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms. He will drive out your enemies before you, saying, ‘Destroy them!’”
Deuteronomy 33:27
“The Christian life is not a constant high. I have my moments of deep discouragement. I have to go to God in prayer with tears in my eyes, and say, ‘O God, forgive me,’ or ‘Help me.’”
—Billy Graham
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