Fear is a familiar feeling when faced with crisis.
And crisis seems to surround us these days. Global pandemics, failing economies, and uncertain futures are enough to make even the strongest waver.
We may not be able to control how we feel. And we certainly can’t control what’s happening in the world around us.
But we can choose how we respond to it all.
And there is no better way to fight fear than with the word of God. So, I’ve put together an encouraging collection of scriptures on fear that will help you battle it God’s way.
These verses remind us that faith has far more power than our fears. Faith that is rooted in an unshakeable God who is and always has been in control.
That faith can sustain us through the most difficult crisis, the craziest of situations, and insurmountable odds.
We can choose to fight fear with our faith. And we can be confident that God has already given us the victory!
Scriptures on peace instead of fear
I am leaving you with a gift–peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.
John 14:27 NLT
For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.
2 Timothy 1:7 NLT
Scriptures on battling fear during hard times
Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me.
Psalm 23:4 NLT
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.
Joshua 1:9 NIV
They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the Lord to care for them.
Psalms 112:7 NLT
But Jesus overheard them and said to Jairus, “Don’t be afraid. Just have faith.”
Mark 5:36 NLT
God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging.
Psalms 46:1-3 NIV
Read “Overcoming Fear With Faith“ for an encouraging story on battling fear.
Scriptures on overcoming fear of enemies
Say to those with fearful hearts, “Be strong, do not fear; your God will come, he will come with vengeance; with divine retribution he will come to save you.”
Isaiah 35:4 NIV
Though a mighty army surrounds me, my heart will not be afraid. Even if I am attacked, I will remain confident.
Psalms 27:3 NLT
So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and do not panic before them. For the Lord your God will personally go ahead of you. He will neither fail you nor abandon you.
Deuteronomy 31:6 NLT
Do not be afraid of them, the Lord your God himself will fight for you.
Deuteronomy 3:22 NIV
He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection. Do not be afraid of the terrors of the night, nor the arrow that flies in the day.
Psalms 91:4-5 NLT
Scriptures on God’s power over fear
The Lord is my light and salvation-whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life-of whom shall I be afraid?
Psalms 27:1 NIV
Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.
Isaiah 41:10 NLT
For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.
Isaiah 41:13 NIV
There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.
1 John 4:18 NIV
What is the price of two sparrows-one copper coin? But not a single sparrow can fall to the ground without your Father knowing it. And the very hairs on your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are more valuable to God than a whole flock of sparrows.
Matthew 10:29-31 NLT
I prayed to the Lord, and he answered me. He freed me from all my fears.
Psalms 34:4 NLT
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