20 Scriptures to Overcome Anxiety

Real talk. Anxiety can affect even the most faithful Christian woman.

It’s been almost two years since my mom died. During this grieving process, anxiety has reared its ugly head. And it’s incredibly annoying. Who wants to feel like your heart is about to beat out of your chest or that your skin is actually crawling?

If you’ve suffered with anxiety you know it also comes at the worst times…

My mom died of ALS, and I had the honor of spending the better part of six months helping my dad with her care. It was during this time that I started having panic attacks. Watching my mom suffer was overwhelming, and my body couldn’t handle the stress.

It was during this time that I realized the power of Scripture to help me calm down. When I found my heart starting to race, I immediately began quoting Scripture. The Scripture I remember saying over and over and over was, “When I am afraid, I put my trust in You.” Psalm 56:3.

While my anxiety is not completely gone, I can say that quoting Scripture is my first response at the first sign. I hope you find these verses as helpful as I have.

1. Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV)

   "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 transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

2. Matthew 11:28-30 (NIV)

   "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls."

3. Psalm 34:4 (NIV)

   "I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears."

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4. Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)

   "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."

5. 1 Peter 5:7 (NIV)

   "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you."

6. Psalm 56:3 (NIV)

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

7. John 14:27 (NIV)

   "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."

8. Proverbs 12:25 (NIV)

   "Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up."

9. Psalm 94:19 (NIV)

   "When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy."

10. Psalm 23:4 (NIV)

    "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."

11. 2 Timothy 1:7 (NIV)

    "For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love, and self-discipline."

12. Psalm 55:22 (NIV)

    "Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken."

13. Psalm 121:1-2 (NIV)

    "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."

14. Romans 15:13 (NIV)

    "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."

15. Psalm 139:23-24 (NIV)

    "Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting."

16. 2 Corinthians 10:5 (NIV)

    "We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ."

17. Psalm 27:1 (NIV)

    "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?"

18. Psalm 37:5 (NIV)

    "Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this."

19. Matthew 6:34 (NIV)

    "Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own."

20. Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)

    "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."

In Conclusion

Praying you find comfort and peace as you meditate on God’s Word.