10 Verses For When You're Afraid

For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. - 2 Timothy 1:7

Did you know that the Bible says, “fear not” 365 times? I’m not one to believe in coincidences when it comes to God. I think it was very purposeful that the same number of times we’re told not to be afraid is the same number of days there are in a year.

That means every single day we have a reminder to “fear not,” but instead to trust our Heavenly Father.

I’m not going to list out all 365 uses of that phrase here in this devotion, but I wanted to give you a few in case you needed a pick-me-up. If you’re struggling with fear right now, if you’re worried about something, or if you find yourself constantly asking questions that start with “What if…” I would encourage you to spend some time meditating on these verses and committing them to memory.

Jesus never wants you to feel fearful. He wants you to feel at peace. He wants you to feel hopeful. And He wants you to trust that He’s got you, even when you can’t see what’s on the horizon.

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For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. - 2 Timothy 1:7

There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. - 1 John 4:18

I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears. - Psalm 34:4

The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe. - Proverbs 29:25

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. - Joshua 1:9

When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh do to me? - Psalm 56:3-4

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. - Philippians 4:6-7

Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. - 1 Peter 5:6-7

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. - John 14:27

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