What Does the Bible Say About Anxiety?
Scripture reveals that God doesn't want us carrying burdens He's designed to bear for us.
Scripture on Anxiety
Philippians 4:6-7
New Testament
"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."
Matthew 6:25-26
New Testament
"Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?"
Psalm 55:22
Old Testament
"Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken."
Isaiah 41:10
Old Testament
"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."
1 Peter 5:7
New Testament
"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you."
The Bottom Line
Your anxiety isn't bigger than God's ability to handle it.
Try Today
Write down one specific worry and pray about it, then physically tear up the paper as you cast that care on God.
Prayer
Jesus invited us to bring our burdens to Him (Matthew 11:28).
Father, You know the weight I'm carrying right now. You see every anxious thought that races through my mind. I confess I've been trying to control things that belong in Your hands. Take these worries from me and replace them with Your peace. Help me trust that You truly care for me and are working all things for my good. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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