There are numerous Biblical passages that address anxiety, worry, and fear, offering comfort and guidance for believers. These passages often encourage trust in God, casting one’s cares upon Him, and seeking peace through faith.

Here are a few key examples from the Christian scriptures…

1. 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.” This passage encourages believers to turn their anxieties over to God through prayer and gratitude, promising a peace beyond human comprehension in return.
2. 1 Peter 5:7 (New Testament) – “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” This is a straightforward command to give one’s worries to God, emphasizing His care and concern for His followers.
3. Matthew 6:25-34 (New Testament) – In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus addresses worry about material needs, instructing His followers not to be anxious about their lives, what they will eat or drink, or about their bodies, what they will wear. He points to the birds of the air and the lilies of the field, which do not labor or spin yet are cared for by God, arguing that if God so cares for these, He will much more care for His people. The passage concludes with, “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”
4. Psalm 55:22 (Old Testament) – “Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.” This Psalm encourages believers to trust in God’s support and protection.
5. 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.” This verse offers reassurance of God’s presence, strength, and help in the face of fear.

These passages and others like them reflect a common theme in the Bible: the encouragement to trust in God’s providence, care, and support, and to release anxiety and fear to Him. They speak to a spiritual approach to dealing with anxiety, emphasizing faith, prayer, and the relinquishment of worries to a higher power who cares deeply for the well-being of His creation.