Bible Verses About Fear

15 Bible verses about fear

1. "fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

   God reminds us that we do not have to be scared because He is holding us with His strong and good hand.

2. "When I am afraid, I put my trust in you."

   This verse shows us exactly what to do when we feel scared: we can choose to put our trust in God.

3. "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go."

   God promises that no matter where we go, He is right there beside us, so we can be very brave.

4. "do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

   When we pray and say thank you to God, He guards our hearts with a peace that is too wonderful to explain.

5. "for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control."

   God does not make us feel afraid, but instead He fills us with power, love, and a calm, happy mind.

6. "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."

   Even in the darkest and scariest places, we are safe because God is our loving Shepherd protecting us.

7. "There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love."

   Knowing how much God loves us washes away all our fears like a big, warm hug.

8. "I sought the LORD, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears."

   When we call out to God, He always hears us and rescues us from the things that scare us.

9. "Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble."

   Jesus tells us not to worry about tomorrow because God is already there and will take care of us one day at a time.

10. "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."

    Jesus gives us a special kind of peace in our hearts that nothing in the world can ever take away.

11. "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."

    We do not have to figure everything out on our own; we just need to trust God to show us the way.

12. "Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you."

    This is a beautiful promise that God will never, ever walk away from us or leave us alone.

13. "He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the LORD, 'My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'"

    God is like a giant, strong fort where we can hide and feel completely safe when we are scared.

14. "For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord."

    Absolutely nothing in the whole world can ever keep God's great love away from us.

15. "But now thus says the LORD, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: 'Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.'"

    God knows your name and says you belong to Him, so you never have to be afraid.

A prayer about fear

Dear Heavenly Father, sometimes my heart feels very scared and worried. Thank You for promising to always be with me. Please help me to trust in Your great power and love. When I feel afraid, remind me of Your Word and fill my heart with Your perfect peace. Thank You for Jesus, who is stronger than any of my fears. I put my life in Your safe hands today. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Common questions

Is it a sin to feel afraid?

No, feeling afraid is a normal human emotion, and it is not a sin. Even God's people in the Bible got scared. What matters is what we do with our fear. Instead of letting fear control us, God wants us to bring our worries to Him. He is a loving Father who comforts us when we are scared, and He wants to help us grow in trust.

How can I stop worrying about the future?

Jesus tells us to take life one day at a time. God already knows everything that will happen tomorrow, and He is already there waiting to help us. When you start to worry about what is next, try to focus on today. Pray and ask God to help you trust Him for just this moment, knowing He holds your future safely.

What does 'the fear of the Lord' mean?

The 'fear of the Lord' does not mean being terrified of God like He is a monster. Instead, it means having a deep respect, awe, and love for Him. It means knowing how great, holy, and powerful God is, and wanting to honor Him with our lives. When we respect God this way, it actually helps free us from all other fears.

Why does God allow us to go through scary things?

Sometimes we face scary things because the world is broken, but God promises to use those hard times for our good. Going through scary times can help us learn to trust God more and see His power. It also teaches us how to be kind and comforting to others when they are going through scary times, just like God comforted us.

What is the quickest way to find peace when I am scared?

The quickest way to find peace is to turn your thoughts to God. Take a deep breath and pray a simple prayer, like 'Jesus, please help me, I trust You.' You can also repeat a favorite Bible verse, like Psalm 56:3. Reminding your heart of God's love and presence is the best way to quiet your fears right away.