Bible verses for anxiety and worry
What does the Bible say when I feel anxious?
Scripture invites you to hand your worries to God in prayer: “In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God” (Philippians 4:6). He promises a peace that guards your heart, and he cares for you (1 Peter 5:7).
In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition 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 thoughts in Christ Jesus.
casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.
Therefore don’t be anxious for tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Each day’s own evil is sufficient.
Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.
Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you; not as the world gives, I give to you. Don’t let your heart be troubled, neither let it be fearful.
Cast your burden on the LORD and he will sustain you. He will never allow the righteous to be moved.
You will keep whoever’s mind is steadfast in perfect peace, because he trusts in you.
A prayer you can pray now
Lord, my thoughts will not settle. I give you what I cannot carry tonight. Guard my heart and mind with your peace. Amen.