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Memorizing Scripture to Combat Anxiety
“The Bible in the memory is better than the Bible in the book case.” Charles Spurgeon
Whether it’s a big presentation at work, or a scary medical procedure, we all face situations that can bring on anxious feelings. Thankfully, God has provided us with some powerful tools to help in these times—namely, his Word and the promises he makes to us. So why not arm yourself with some of the best verses for dealing with anxiety? Here are four of my favorite Bible verses for handling anxiety-inducing moments.
This is perhaps the most popular verse when it comes to dealing with anxiety. It reminds us that we can take our concerns directly to God through prayer and petition and then trust him to take care of us. This is a great one to memorize when you’re feeling overwhelmed by worry and fear, as it will help you remember to turn your focus back onto God instead of the problem at hand.
God is our refuge in times of trouble; He always has been and always will be. These verses remind us that no matter how dire the situation may seem, God is there in the midst of it all. When we remember this truth, it helps put things into perspective and grants us peace even in difficult times.
Anxiety often comes from feelings of insecurity or inadequacy; we feel like we don’t have what it takes or that we are alone in facing whatever issue is at hand. But this verse reminds us that even if everyone else around us abandons or fails us, God never will; He remains faithful throughout all our troubles and gives strength where needed. Memorize this verse when you find yourself succumbing to fear!
Anxiety can often be linked to fear—fear of failure, fear of not being good enough, fear of missing out on something better…the list goes on! But this verse reminds us that perfect love casts out all fear (1 John 4:18) because Jesus has already won the victory over death itself! We can trust Him to give us strength and courage even when faced with seemingly impossible tasks ahead.
The next time your heart starts racing due to an impending stressful situation, try taking a few deep breaths while reciting these four Bible verses aloud as a reminder that you have nothing to fear because God is right there beside you every step of the way. If you need help memorizing scripture,
here's a helpful resource I've used over the years by John Piper. No matter how anxious you are feeling right now, His peace will guard your heart and mind so that you can face any challenge head-on. (Philippians 4:7)
