Bible Verses About Fear

Again and again the Bible says “Do not be afraid”, not because there is nothing to fear, but because God is with us.

  1. Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My right hand of righteousness.
  2. Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
  3. Even 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.
  4. The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life— whom shall I dread?
  5. When I am afraid, I put my trust in You.
  6. For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.
  7. Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.”
  8. Now this is what the Lord says— He who created you, O Jacob, and He who formed you, O Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are Mine!
  9. There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear, because fear involves punishment. The one who fears has not been perfected in love.
  10. 1God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. 2Therefore we will not fear, though the earth is transformed and the mountains are toppled into the depths of the seas,
  11. Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.
  12. The Lord is on my side; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?