31 Scriptures To Pray Against Anxiety & Depression

31 Scriptures To Pray Against Anxiety & Depression
31 Scriptures To Pray Against Anxiety & Depression

31 Scriptures To Pray Against Anxiety & Depression will help you to overcome it by coming against it with the living Word of God.

Suffering from anxiety and depression myself for many years, I know it is possible to live a life free from it. 

With God all things are possible, and if your want to break free from the prison of fear, anxiety and depression start today to pray and speak God’s words of life over it. 

Pick for yourself one Scripture at a time, write it down on a piece of paper that you can carry with you in your pocket, and pray it during the day. 

Whenever you feel the fiery darts of fear, anxiety, and depression coming in your direction, launch a counterattack with the Word Of God.

May You clearly hear the voice of the Holy Spirit ministering to You while reading through these beautiful Scriptures.

31 Scriptures To Pray Against Anxiety & Depression

1. Abound In Hope

“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”

Romans 15:13

2. Be Anxious For Nothing

“Be anxious for nothing, 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 minds through Christ Jesus.”

Philippians 4:6-7

3. Belong To God

“But now, thus says the Lord, who created you, O Jacob,
And He who formed you, O Israel:
“Fear not, for I have redeemed you;
I have called you by your name;
You are Mine.”

Isaiah 43:1

4. Be Strong And Courageous

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” 

Joshua 1:9

5. Be Strong, Don’t Fear!

“Say to those who are fearful-hearted,
“Be strong, do not fear!
Behold, your God will come with vengeance,
With the recompense of God;
He will come and save you.” ”

Isaiah 35:4

6. Cast Cares On God

“Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.” 

1 Peter 5:6-7

7. Deliverance From Fears

“I sought the Lord, and He heard me,
And delivered me from all my fears.”

Psalm 34:4

8. Don’t Fear, God Is Near

“You drew near on the day I called on You,
And said, “Do not fear!” ”

Lamentations 3:57

9. Don’t Fear Threats

“But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you are blessed. “And do not be afraid of their threats, nor be troubled.” ”

1 Peter 3:14

10. Don’t Worry About Tomorrow

“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.” 

Matthew 6:34

11. Everything Covered Will Be Revealed

“Therefore do not fear them. For there is nothing covered that will not be revealed, and hidden that will not be known.”

Matthew 10:26

12. Fear No Evil

“Yea, 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

13. God’s Angels

“The angel of the Lord encamps all around those who fear Him,
And delivers them.”

Psalm 34:7

14. God’s Comfort

“In the multitude of my anxieties within me,
Your comforts delight my soul.” 

Psalm 94:19

15. God Fights For You

“You must not fear them, for the Lord your God Himself fights for you.’ “

Deuteronomy 3:22

16. God Sustains You

“Cast your burden on the Lord,
And He shall sustain you;
He shall never permit the righteous to be moved.”

Psalm 55:22

17. God Is Near The Broken-Hearted

“The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart,
And saves such as have a contrite spirit.”

Psalm 34:18

18. Hand In God’s Hand

“For I, the Lord your God, will hold your right hand,
Saying to you, ‘Fear not, I will help you.’

 “Fear not, you worm Jacob,
You men of Israel!
I will help you,” says the Lord
And your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel”

Isaiah 41:13-14

19. Help In Trouble

“God is our refuge and strength,
A very present help in trouble.”

Psalm 46:1

20. Keep Peace

“The Lord will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace.”

Exodus 14:14

21. Kind Words

“Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression,
But a good word makes it glad.” 

Proverbs 12:25

22. Know God Is Your God

“Fear not, for I am with you;
Be not dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you,
Yes, I will help you,
I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.”

Isaiah 41:10

23. Not Alone

“Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the Lord your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you.” 

Deuteronomy 31:6

24. The Lord, Light, Strength, And Salvation

“The Lord is my light and my salvation;
Whom shall I fear?
The Lord is the strength of my life;
Of whom shall I be afraid?”

Psalm 27:1

25. Trust God

“Whenever I am afraid,
I will trust in You.
In God (I will praise His word),
In God I have put my trust;
I will not fear.
What can flesh do to me?”

Psalm 56:3-4

26. Peace When Trust God

“You will keep him in perfect peace,
Whose mind is stayed on You,
Because he trusts in You.”

Isaiah 26:3

27. Perfect In Love

“There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect in love.” 

1 John 4:18

28. Perfect Peace

“Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” 

John 14:27

29. Safe When Trust God

“The fear of man brings a snare,
But whoever trusts in the Lord shall be safe.”

Proverbs 29:25

30. Spirit Of Power, Love, And A Sound Mind

“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”

2 Timothy 1:7

31. Will Not Fear Anyone

“The Lord is on my side;
I will not fear.
What can man do to me?

 The Lord is for me among those who help me;
Therefore I shall see my desire on those who hate me.” 

Psalm 118:6-7

It is my sincere prayer that the Holy Spirit ministered to you while reading through these Scriptures, and if you not already doing so, inspired you to pray and speak the Word of God over your own life, as well as those you are interceding for.

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