Bible Verses About Fear

Fear is one of the most common human experiences, yet the Bible contains over 365 references to 'fear not,' one for every day of the year. These Bible verses about fear remind us that courage is not the absence of fear but the presence of God in the midst of it. Whether you face fear of the unknown, fear of failure, or fear of death, these scriptures declare that God is greater than any fear.

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18+ Bible Verses About Fear

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“There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear.”

1 John 4:18

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“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

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“Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.”

Joshua 1:9

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“Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee.”

Isaiah 41:10

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“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you.”

Deuteronomy 31:6

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“The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”

Deuteronomy 31:8

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“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”

John 14:27

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“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.”

Philippians 4:6

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

2 Timothy 1:7

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“When I am afraid, I put my trust in thee.”

Psalm 56:3

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“The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me?”

Psalm 118:6

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“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me.”

Psalm 23:4

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Why Read Bible Verses About Fear?

2 Timothy 1:7 declares that God has not given us a spirit of fear but of power, love, and a sound mind. Isaiah 41:10 commands us to fear not because God is with us. These verses are weapons against the paralyzing grip of fear and anxiety.

How to Apply These Bible Verses About Fear in Daily Life

When fear strikes, speak Isaiah 41:10 or Psalm 23:4 aloud. Create a fear-to-faith list, writing your fears on one side and corresponding Bible promises on the other. Pray through specific fears by name. Share courage verses with others facing frightening circumstances.

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