Alright friends, it’s time to start arming ourselves with scripture. The best way to fight any of our battles is with scripture and prayer. When we get worried or become fearful, use bible verses to battle back.
Whatever we face, God is with us. Always. One of His names, Immanuel, means those very words, “God with us”. Doesn’t that bring comfort to consider this truth?
When we fight fear, know that Immanuel is right there with us. Depend on his strength and use his armor, which comes from the Holy Spirit.
We all have times when we struggle to find and recognize God’s presence but never forget, He goes before us, with us, and behind us!
The Storm and Chaos of Worry
The other morning it was pouring down rain as my husband was leaving for work while it was still dark outside. As he left the house and I heard the pounding of the rain pour harder on the roof, I felt my chest start to tighten as I considered him driving through the storm in the dark.
Fear and worry were creeping their way into my mind before my day was barely even getting started. I had a flood of questions wash over me:
- What if he gets into an accident?
- Will he be safe all the way to work?
- What if something happens to him?
Of course, the questions didn’t stop there. They led to thoughts of worst-case scenarios.
It very quickly sent me down an anxious spiral that I knew I needed to deal with STAT.
I grabbed my bible and said out loud, “Ok, Jesus, take this from me. I need your help.”
Arming Ourselves with the Bible
I felt myself getting caught up in fear and worry and this triggered me to reach for my armor. My precious bible.
I immediately went to one of my favorite bible verses when I’m worried, 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, which transends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7
With thanksgiving…with thanksgiving…with thanksgiving…repeated itself over and over in my rattled mind.
Father, thank you for being with me. Thank you for your precious word that is active and living. Father, thank you for being the Creator of all things. Thank you for this pounding rain that you control. Thank you for both your power and love for your creation.
And just like that, right there in the middle of those words, I could feel my heart calm. I realized my mind wasn’t so frazzled.
It was a moment where I just stopped and noticed.
It was quiet.
My mind was quiet, my heart was settled, and I realized it wasn’t raining anymore.
The storm had passed. The one that was outside and the one that was inside me.
I never even thought to ask for the rain to stop. I was too consumed with worry to think logically.
Does this happen to you as well? Do you get so frazzled that you can’t focus on anything else but the fear and worry storming around you?
When Worried Let Bible Verses Become Your Default
It’s time for battle and it’s time to Raise Your Sword. “…and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God” Ephesians 6:17
The word of God is life, truth, and power. There’s power through the words of the bible because they’re God’s words. They soothe our soul and calm our spirits.
Greg Laurie says, “When we are tempted, the most effective weapon that God has given to us as believers is the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God.”
If you are tempted to worry, or doubt, or fear, or be anxious, you have the sword of the Spirit available to you! Fight with it!
Soak in truths and promises, over and over, and pray them out loud. Let them wash over you and be the truth you stand on.
It’s exactly what Jesus did when he was tempted in the wilderness. Over and over he turned to scripture and said, “it is written..”
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Let’s follow his model. Below, you will find 20 bible verses to use when you are worried.
20 Bible Verses for When You’re Worried
It is written…
1. 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, which transends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7
2. John 14:27
Peace is what I leave with you; it is my own peace that I give you. I do not give it as the world does. Do not be worried and upset; do not be afraid. John 14:27
3. 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. Isaiah 41:10
4. Psalm 56:3
When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. Psalm 56:3
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5. 2 Timothy 1:7
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7
6. Isaiah 43:1
But now, this is what the Lord says.. Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. Isaiah 43:1
7. 1 John 4:18
There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. 1 John 4:18
8. Psalm 94:19
When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy to my soul. Psalm 94:19
9. Psalm 23:4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4
10. Mark 5:36
Jesus told him, ‘Don’t be afraid; just believe.” Mark 5:36
11. Joshua 1:9
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9
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12. 1 Peter 5:6-7
Humble yourselves, then, under God’s mighty hand, so that he will lift you up in his own good time. Leave all your worries with him, because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:6-7
13. 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? Psalm 27:1
14. Matthew 6:34
Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. Matthew 6:34
15. Mark 6:50
Immediately he spoke to them and said, ‘Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.” Mark 6:50
16. Psalm 118:6-7
The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? The Lord is with me; he is my helper. Psalm 118:6-7
17. Psalm 34:4
I prayed to the Lord, and he answered me. He freed me from all my fears. Psalm 34:4
18. 1 Peter 3:14
But even if you suffer for doing what is right, God will reward you for it. So don’t worry or be afraid of their threats. 1 Peter 3:14
19. Revelation 1:17
Then he placed his right hand on me and said: ‘Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last.” Revelation 1:17
20. Zephaniah 3:17
The Lord your God is in your midst, a victorious warrior. He will exult over you with joy. He will be quiet in His love. He will rejoice over you with shouts of joy. Zephaniah 3:17
When Worried Bible Verses Are Your Armor
Use these verses as armor and to be battle-ready.
God knows all of our concerns and worries that we deal with and every single one is meant to turn us to Him. He is our Protector, Sustainer, and Rescuer. When fears arise, turn to Him and His words of truth.
God is trustworthy. He has proven himself worthy time and time again, and when we are worried, He is already there ready to be leaned on and trusted in.
Truths We Can Claim:
His word says he will fight for us. “The Lord will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace.” Exodus 14:14
His word says he has a purpose in all things. “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose”. Romans 8:28
His word says he has a future for us (and our children) – that is good! “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” Jeremiah 29:11
His word says he knows exactly what we need. “Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.” Matthew 6:8
His word says he will meet all our needs. And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19 God gives us Himself.I
I pray we each live with growing confidence and trust in our Great God!
Call to Action:
Pick one of the verses listed above to be your go-to battle verse for worry. Write it on a notecard and keep it nearby.
Want to remember this? Post 20 Bible Verses for the Worried & Anxious to your favorite Pinterest board!
I needed this today! Thank you so much!
I’m so glad this brought encouragement to you! God’s Word is so powerful! EG
Thank you Lord for bringing me here! And thank you so much , to the who wrote this . I learned so much.. Thank you ang Godbless
Hi,
I want to thank you for the lovely post. It was exactly what I needed. My daughter and I are going through a really difficult time, and it is so hard not to give up somedays. You have really helped me with your understanding of anxiety and the complex pains it adds to an already stressful situation. God bless you and thank you for the Word of God.
Wendy
Praise God! I’m so grateful you were encouraged. Erin
Erin, I am so very inspired by all your posts. You have enriched my world with your thoughts and truth of our God through Christ. God has used you in a very special way, and I thank you for your gift of generosity, insight, and devotion. Your daily reading plans for the month kickstart a way to get into the habit of daily reading the Word and arming the mind and soul for what is to come. Visiting your posts on this site has not only encouraged me, but has provided me some lovely tools such as the scripture passages and color sheets on printable pages for a class I teach. Thank you and God’s continued blessings on your life.
Beth
Beth, Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement! With gratitude, Erin