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Bible Verses About Anxiety

Scripture for worry, fear, and an unsettled mind.

26 verses · curated by hand

From the wider Bible

More verses about anxiety in Scripture

526 passages mentioning “fear” across WEB & KJV — beyond the curated set above.

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  1. Hebrews 10:27

    “but a certain fearful expectation of judgment, and a fierceness of fire which will devour the adversaries.”

  2. Hebrews 10:31

    “It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.”

  3. Hebrews 11:7

    “By faith, Noah, being warned about things not yet seen, moved with godly fear, prepared a ship for the saving of his house, through which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is according to faith.”

  4. Hebrews 11:27

    “By faith, he left Egypt, not fearing the wrath of the king; for he endured, as seeing him who is invisible.”

  5. Hebrews 12:21

    “and so fearful was the appearance that Moses said, “I am terrified and trembling.””

  6. Hebrews 12:28

    “Therefore, receiving a Kingdom that can’t be shaken, let us have grace, through which we serve God acceptably, with reverence and awe,”

  7. Hebrews 13:6

    “So that with good courage we say, “The Lord is my helper. I will not fear. What can man do to me?””

  8. 1 Peter 1:17

    “If you call on him as Father, who without respect of persons judges according to each man’s work, pass the time of your living as foreigners here in reverent fear:”

  9. 1 Peter 2:17

    “Honor all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king.”

  10. 1 Peter 2:18

    “Servants, be in subjection to your masters with all fear; not only to the good and gentle, but also to the wicked.”

  11. 1 Peter 3:2

    “seeing your pure behavior in fear.”

  12. 1 Peter 3:6

    “as Sarah obeyed Abraham, calling him lord, whose children you now are, if you do well, and are not put in fear by any terror.”

  13. 1 Peter 3:14

    “But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you are blessed. “Don’t fear what they fear, neither be troubled.””

  14. 1 Peter 3:15

    “But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts; and always be ready to give an answer to everyone who asks you a reason concerning the hope that is in you, with humility and fear:”

  15. Jude 1:12

    “These are hidden rocky reefs in your love feasts when they feast with you, shepherds who without fear feed themselves; clouds without water, carried along by winds; autumn trees without fruit, twice dead, plucked up by the roots;”

  16. Jude 1:23

    “and some save, snatching them out of the fire with fear, hating even the clothing stained by the flesh.”

  17. Revelation 1:17

    “When I saw him, I fell at his feet like a dead man. He laid his right hand on me, saying, “Don’t be afraid. I am the first and the last,”

  18. Revelation 2:10

    “Don’t be afraid of the things which you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested; and you will have oppression for ten days. Be faithful to death, and I will give you the crown of life.”

  19. Revelation 11:11

    “After the three and a half days, the breath of life from God entered into them, and they stood on their feet. Great fear fell on those who saw them.”

  20. Revelation 11:18

    “The nations were angry, and your wrath came, as did the time for the dead to be judged, and to give your bondservants the prophets, their reward, as well as to the saints, and those who fear your name, to the small and the great; and to destroy those who destroy the earth.””

Frequently asked

Questions about anxiety in the Bible

What does the Bible say about anxiety?
The Bible repeatedly tells believers not to be anxious (Matthew 6:34, Philippians 4:6, 1 Peter 5:7) — not as a moral demand but as an invitation to transfer worry to God who cares for them.
Which Bible verse helps with panic and worry?
Philippians 4:6-7 is the most-shared anxiety verse — it gives both the practice (pray with thanksgiving) and the promise (a peace that guards the heart). 1 Peter 5:7 and Matthew 6:34 are close seconds.
Can the Bible cure anxiety?
Scripture offers spiritual resources for anxiety, not a clinical cure. Severe or persistent anxiety is a medical issue and seeing a GP or therapist is wise. The verses on this page are companions for the inner work, not a replacement for professional care.