Author: Uche Ekeshili

1 Samuel 15:17

ESVAnd Samuel said, “Though you are little in your own eyes, are you not the head of the tribes of Israel? The Lord anointed you king over Israel.

NIVSamuel said, “Although you were once small in your own eyes, did you not become the head of the tribes of Israel? The Lord anointed you king over Israel.

NASBSo Samuel said, ‘Is it not true, though you were insignificant in your own eyes, that you became the head of the tribes of Israel? For the Lord anointed you as king over Israel.

CSBSamuel continued, “Although you once considered yourself unimportant, have you not become the leader of the tribes of Israel? The Lord anointed you king over Israel

NLTAnd Samuel told him, ‘Although you may think little of yourself, are you not the leader of the tribes of Israel? The Lord has anointed you king of Israel.

KJVAnd Samuel said, When thou wast little in thine own sight, wast thou not made the head of the tribes of Israel, and the Lord anointed thee king over Israel?

NKJVSo Samuel said, “When you were little in your own eyes, were you not head of the tribes of Israel? And did not the Lord anoint you king over Israel?

In the Scripture, Saul was handpicked by God to be the first king of Israel. He played a crucial role in uniting the Israelites under one leadership toward the end of the period of “the Judges.” There was much to admire about Saul, the man God told the prophet Samuel to anoint as the king. The Scripture says that he was tall and handsome, gifted in leadership. But when it was time for Saul to be crowned king in front of the people, they couldn’t find him.

“But when they looked for him, he was not to be found. So they inquired further of the Lord, ‘Has the man come here yet?’ And the Lord said, ‘Yes, he has hidden himself among the supplies.’”

— 1 Samuel 10:22-23 (NIV)

Eventually, someone found him hiding among the bundles and boxes where the supplies were kept. Even though he had a powerful experience with God, and had already been anointed for the job, he hid from his calling because he didn’t see himself the same way God saw him. He was fearful to accept the challenge placed before him and he risked not becoming all God called him to be.

Ultimately, Saul did rise to the occasion and, years later, the prophet Samuel referred to that moment when He asked Saul, “Although you were once small in your own eyes, did you not become the head of the tribes of Israel?” (1 Samuel 15:17). Saul was not the only person chosen and called by God for great things who chose to hide because they were “small in their own eyes.” Many of us have done the same thing for the same reason.

⚔️ “THE LORD IS WITH YOU, MIGHTY WARRIOR”

In Judges 6, we find God’s people, the Israelites, being continually raided, robbed, and oppressed by powerful tribes of desert nomads called the Midianites and Amalekites. During this turbulent period of the judges, with no formal government or army, the twelve tribes of Israel were basically powerless to stop the raiders from the wilderness who came “like swarms of locusts and whose numbers were impossible to count.” Because of the incessant raids on their fields and livestock, the Israelites lost their confidence that their God would fight their battles for them and were living their lives just hoping to avoid the thieves.

It’s no surprise then for us to find a future warrior, Gideon, safely steering clear of the raiders by holing up in a winepress, threshing wheat. That’s right: The story of a man we now know as one of the great, heroic military leaders of the Bible begins with him essentially hiding, hoping to protect himself, with no inkling of his destiny.

Certainly, the thought of being a hero to his people never occurred to him. But God had bigger and better plans for Gideon, and it started with helping him see himself as God saw him. When he was in the winepress threshing wheat, an angel of the Lord appeared and said:

“The Lord is with you, mighty warrior.”

— Judges 6:12 (NIV)

Those words must surely have changed the atmosphere in that winepress. It challenged Gideon’s attitude and perspective about two things: himself and his circumstances. But Gideon’s response was one of complete confusion. There was nothing about the angel’s greeting that made any sense to him at that moment.

Rather than pause and let God’s Word sink into his spirit, Gideon did what we often do. We hear our Heavenly Father greeting us with declarations in His Word of who we really are: “Victorious. Capable. Valuable. Strong. Masterpiece. Highly favored.” We question it. We think, “You can’t be talking about me.”

As we often do, Gideon questioned the good news. Upon hearing the angel’s greeting, he replied with a skeptical question. He basically asked the angel, “If that is the case, where is the God who worked wonders in the past, bringing the Israelites out of Egypt?” It’s clear that Gideon was not only fearful, but he was discouraged and bitter about the long, humiliating defeat his people labored under. He and his people had been mistreated and taken advantage of for so long that it looked hopeless. He was saying, “God, where have You been?”

🚀 Go in the Strength You Have

I love the Lord’s messenger’s response to Gideon. Rather than dwell on the past, he said, “Gideon, go in the strength you have and save Israel out of Midian’s hand. Am I not sending you?”

“The Lord turned to him and said, ‘Go in the strength you have and save Israel out of Midian’s hand. Am I not sending you?’”

— Judges 6:14 (NIV)

God was saying, “You go, Gideon. Go in the strength you have. Not the strength you wish you had. Not in the strength some other person who you think is more qualified has. I will be with you. Go confidently, knowing that I, the Almighty God, am sending you.”

God didn’t say, “Gideon, stay where you are until you get some leadership classes.” He didn’t say, “Don’t move until you understand it or feel totally equipped.” He didn’t say, “Wait until things change and are looking favorable.” No, God said, “Go! Go, and, as you get moving, I’ll give you more strength along with whatever else you need to have victory. I will be with you. I’ll give you grace to go and succeed.”

When you use what you have—no matter how little it seems—God will multiply it. Don’t wait until you feel like a mighty hero. God works in our circumstances when we have faith, even the smallest amount of it. God’s promises are motion-activated.

🤔 “But How Can I…?” The Excuse of Inadequacy

However, Gideon wasn’t convinced by God’s “Go.” He still had questions. “Pardon me, but how can I save Israel? My clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my family” (Judges 6:15).

Gideon was saying: “You have the wrong guy, Lord. My family lacks in so many areas, and I surely don’t have what it takes. Obviously, You haven’t realized that we can never seem to get ahead.” He was certain he had a rock-solid excuse for why he was unqualified for this divine assignment.

It was interesting how God was not seeing him the way he saw himself. What a contrast in the two perspectives. While Gideon’s mind was focused only on the problems he was facing, and how he was going to survive, God had bigger and higher thoughts about him. He was looking at Gideon’s future, and what he could become.

Gideon saw himself as weak, not able, but God saw a fearless, courageous warrior. Gideon’s self-image was out of sync with God’s view.

🎨 Align Your View with God’s Masterpiece

Could it be that your self-image is also out of sync with God’s true vision of who you are? Unqualified, weak, or insignificant for what God is asking you to do and be?

We all have negative thoughts that push us back and try to talk us out of what is in our hearts, thoughts that may come from past failures or from voices from our pasts that told us we don’t have what it takes.

But God calls you His masterpiece.

“For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.”

— Ephesians 2:10 (NLT)

There is power in dwelling on this truth, letting it drop into your spirit, and repeating it to yourself over and over. You are a highly favored son or daughter of the Most High God, and it’s important to declare over yourself what He says about you. When you echo back God’s thoughts toward you, it will change the atmosphere in your winepress. It will set you up with the strength to do what God has destined you to do.

He’s saying, “I am with you. I am for you. I have an amazing destiny waiting for you. So… Go! Stop sitting in the winepress waiting until you have what you think is enough. Go in whatever strength and ability you currently have now. I will give you all the grace you will ever need.”

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Have you ever felt stuck? Like you’re staring at a map, but the path forward is blurred? Maybe it was a change you wanted to make, a goal you wanted to reach. Or maybe you encountered an unusually challenging situation that you were determined to face head-on. You started out strong but because of roadblocks or unfortunate circumstances, you lost sight of what could be. Now the dream looks too big, the problem too great. You tried, but it didn’t work out. Now it seems like it’s too late.

At times we all experience unfamiliar circumstances or transitions in our lives that make us feel uneasy and even fearful. We don’t feel qualified. We don’t have the training, the connections, or the experience for what’s in front of us. Any time you try to move forward, voices whisper, “You’re not strong enough, good enough, talented enough.”

I have written this post to help you take that step of faith, to live actively within the belief that God has equipped you to do what He has called you to. No one who’s ever done anything great in life has done it without fear. So let’s learn how we’re graced to go—not in the strength we wish we had —but in the strength we do have, through God’s infinite power, His love for us, and through the amazing plans He has for each of our lives.

One of the things that constantly raises a lot of questions in my mind is God’s promises. I can plainly see how God made promises to His people and was consistently incredibly dependable in keeping them as I study the Old Testament. Stories like the life of Abraham or the Israelites’ Exodus from Egypt make it abundantly clear that He is a God who keeps His promises. But how can I determine which promises in God’s Word truly apply to me as a follower of Christ when I consider how it relates to me today? How can I live my life believing in His promises?

2 Peter 1:3-4 says:

“His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence, by which he has granted to us his precious and very great promises, so that through them you may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped from the corruption that is in the world because of sinful desire.“

God had high purposes in mind when he included this passage in the Bible. Not only do we worship an eternal God who has ruled and will continue to rule, but He also consistently fulfills His promises.

God was already aware that in a world and generation that values instant results, it can be difficult for us as humans to keep our word. God was already aware that we might experience disappointment from loved ones, people, and circumstances that could make it difficult for us to believe that the promise would be fulfilled.

God already knew that even humans find it difficult to make and keep promises, but our God is not like that.

🛡️ The Battle for Your Mind

It’s easy to let self-doubt, insecurity, or fear keep us from stepping into the new things God has in store for us. The defeating thoughts and feelings come swiftly and noisily, threatening to drown out God’s reassuring and affirming voice, pulling us away from the vision, the dream, the calling.

This internal struggle is a central theme in the Bible. The Apostle Paul understood it well. He wrote about taking control of our thoughts and aligning them with truth:

“We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ.”

— 2 Corinthians 10:5 (ESV)

This verse isn’t about positive thinking; it’s about captive thinking. It’s the active process of identifying the lies of “you’re not enough” and replacing them with God’s truth.

💪 How Do We Stand Firm?

How do we stand firm in the knowledge that we wouldn’t be facing the giant if God hadn’t already given us a sling? How do we trust the promise that with God’s blessing and favor, we will bring down giants? How can we live our days in the knowledge that we are not lacking, not at a disadvantage, not too old or too young, that we have everything we need to fulfill the destiny that God has appointed for us?

The answer often comes back to remembering who God is and who He says we are. When Moses felt completely inadequate for the giant task of leading Israel out of Egypt, God’s response wasn’t a pep talk about Moses’ skills. It was a revelation of His own presence.

“And God said to Moses, ‘I AM WHO I AM.’ And he said, ‘Say this to the people of Israel: “I AM has sent me to you.”’”

— Exodus 3:14 (ESV)

Our strength isn’t found in our own “I am” – “I am strong,” “I am capable.” It’s found in His “I AM.” We are equipped because He is with us.

🚶‍♂️ Moving into God’s promises requires faith in action

It’s about getting out of the comfort and confines of what you think you are capable of and trusting that God can lead you into the places He has for you. For most of us, that means reaching for more than what we think is attainable. It means stepping across the line that fear has drawn. It means being willing to take on projects and responsibilities that may look overwhelming to you. It’s understanding that God has allowed that challenge in your life because He knows you’re capable of overcoming it.

This is the essence of the “Hall of Faith” in Hebrews 11, where ordinary people did extraordinary things by acting on their faith.

“By faith Abraham, when called to go to a place he would later receive as his inheritance, obeyed and went, even though he did not know where he was going.”

— Hebrews 11:8 (NIV)

Abraham didn’t have a full map. He had a promise and a direction. His step of faith was the first one.

🔊 Listening to the Right Voice

It’s tempting to shrink back, but when you listen, you’ll hear that still small voice telling you to move forward. When you take that step of faith, God will step in and help you do what you feel you can’t do. You’ll discover ability that you didn’t know you had.

You can’t wait until your fear disappears. You may have to step out in faith, in spite of the fear. You may never feel like all the conditions are right. Too many of us are living with hidden dreams, unused talents, and untapped potential simply because we’ve let fear convince us to play it safe.

God’s message is consistently one of courage, not because of our strength, but because of His.

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

— Joshua 1:9 (ESV)

Moving Into God’s Promises Verses

Matthew 7:7 states, “Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you.” 

Habakkuk 2:2-4 states , “Then the Lord said to me, “Write my answer plainly on tablets, so that a runner can carry the correct message to others. This vision is for a future time. It describes the end, and it will be fulfilled. If it seems slow in coming, wait patiently, for it will surely take place. It will not be delayed. “Look at the proud! They trust in themselves, and their lives are crooked. But the righteous will live by their faithfulness to God.”

Galatians 6:1 states , “Dear brothers and sisters, if another believer is overcome by some sin, you who are godly should gently and humbly help that person back onto the right path. And be careful not to fall into the same temptation yourself.”

 Beloved, are you struggling with long-term clinical anxiety, it will do you good to prepare for it, so you know how to approach it when those times come. In this post, i will share with you several Scripture-based prayers to encourage you and for you to always be battle-ready for those difficult moments.

I refer to it as a battle, because if you have encountered depression like me, you would agree that depression is a really big battle. The included Scriptures are also beneficial for memorization in preparation for these moments of trouble. Please always keep them handy and you can always come back here for more impactful posts that will change your life forever.

Prayers for Anxiety and Stress

In times of worry and fear, turning to prayer can bring profound peace and comfort. This complete collection offers words for every anxious heart, inviting God’s calming presence into our lives.

I. Prayers to the Holy Spirit & General Prayers for Peace

1. Prayer to the Holy Spirit for Peace

O Holy Spirit,
We ask for Your peace to fill our hearts and minds as we face anxious thoughts and fears. Help us to trust in the love and power of our Heavenly Father. Quiet the turmoil in our souls and replace it with the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding. Guide us through this difficult time with Your wisdom and grant us a sound mind. In Jesus’ name, we pray.
Amen.

2. Short Prayer for Anxious Thoughts

O Lord,
In moments of overwhelming anxiety, we turn to You. Quiet our anxious thoughts and help us to place our trust in You. You are our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Guide us through this storm with Your loving care. We ask this in Jesus’ name.
Amen.

3. Prayer for Peace of Mind

Dear Lord,
We come before You with anxious hearts, seeking the peace of mind that only You can provide. In this world today, full of stress and worry, help us to focus on Your goodness and love. May Your peace reign over our thoughts and emotions, calming every fear and doubt. We ask this through the Heart of Jesus, our Lord and Savior.
Amen.

4. Prayer for the Peace of God

Heavenly Father,
We seek the peace of God that transcends all understanding to guard our hearts and minds. In moments of stress and anxiety, remind us of Your presence and Your promises. Let Your peace envelop us and bring calm to our troubled souls. Help us to rest in Your love and to trust in Your plan for our lives. We pray this in the name of Jesus.
Amen.

5. Prayer for Calm in the Storm

O God,
In the midst of our fears and anxieties, we seek Your calming presence. When the storms of life rage around us and we feel overwhelmed, let us remember that You are our refuge and strength. Help us to trust in Your unfailing love and to find peace in the assurance that You are with us in every trial. May Your power of the Holy Spirit guide us to a place of serenity and strength. In Jesus’ name, we pray.
Amen.

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II. Prayers for Strength, Trust & God’s Plan

6. Prayer of Trust in God’s Plan

Heavenly Father,
In times of anxiety, we place our trust in Your plan for our lives. Though we face many challenges, we know that You are with us, guiding our steps and providing for our needs. Help us to trust in Your timing and Your will, even when the way forward seems unclear. Give us the strength to face each day with courage and faith. In Jesus’ name, we pray.
Amen.

7. Prayer for Strength in Difficult Times

O God,
We ask for Your strength and courage to face the difficulties that challenge our mental and emotional well-being. Help us to draw upon the power of Your presence and the encouragement of our faith. May we find solace in Your love and guidance as we navigate these turbulent times. Grant us the grace to remain steadfast and hopeful, trusting in Your plan. In Jesus’ name, we pray.
Amen.

8. Prayer for God’s Guidance in Times of Anxiety

Father God,
As we face uncertain times and real problems, we turn to You for guidance. Lead us on the right path and give us clarity in our decisions. Calm our hearts and minds as we trust in Your wisdom and love. Help us to surrender our worries to You, knowing that You are in control of all things. We ask this in the precious name of Jesus.
Amen.

9. Prayer for a Sound Mind

Heavenly Father,
We pray for a sound mind and emotional stability as we face the pressures of daily life. Fill us with Your peace and dispel the negative emotions that cloud our thoughts. Help us to rely on Your Word and Your promises to guide us through the trials we encounter. May Your peace guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
Amen.

10. Prayer for Divine Help

O Lord,
We seek Your divine help and guidance as we confront our anxieties and fears. Help us to rely on Your strength and to find comfort in Your promises. May Your Spirit fill us with peace and clarity, and may we experience Your loving care in every aspect of our lives. We ask this in the precious name of Jesus Christ.
Amen.

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III. Prayers Through the Intercession of Saints

11. Prayer to St. Dymphna for Mental Health

Dear St. Dymphna,
Patron saint of those suffering from mental illness, we ask for your intercession in our time of need. Help us as we struggle with severe anxiety and panic attacks. Pray that the peace of God will fill our hearts and minds, bringing us healing and comfort. May God, in His mercy, grant us strength and relief from our afflictions of mind. In the precious name of Jesus, we ask this.
Amen.

12. Prayer to St. Francis of Assisi for Peace in Troubling Times

O Lord, through St. Francis of Assisi,
We ask for peace during this time of trouble. As St. Francis embraced a life of simplicity and trust in You, help us to let go of our anxieties and to place our lives in Your hands. Bring us into Your green pastures and quiet waters, where we can find rest for our weary souls. May the glory of God be our constant guide.
Amen.

13. Prayer to St. Padre Pio for Comfort

Dear St. Padre Pio,
You bore the sufferings of the world with unwavering faith and trust in God. We ask for your intercession as we battle anxiety and emotional wounds. May God grant us the grace to bear our burdens with patience and to find comfort in His loving care. Help us to see that in every difficulty, the power of the Holy Spirit is at work.
Amen.

14. Prayer to the Blessed Virgin Mary for Comfort

Holy Mary, Mother of God,
We ask for your intercession as we struggle with anxiety and fear. Just as you comforted your Son, Jesus Christ, in His time of need, we ask that you comfort us now. Guide us closer to your Son and help us to trust in the peace that comes from knowing Him. We pray that, through your powerful intercession, we may find relief from our anxious thoughts and troubled hearts.
Amen.

15. Prayer to St. Teresa of Avila for Inner Peace

Dear St. Teresa of Avila,
We seek your intercession as we struggle with anxiety and inner turmoil. You understood the trials of the soul and found peace in the presence of God. Please pray for us, that we may experience the inner peace and calm that you knew. Help us to find tranquility in our relationship with Christ and to embrace His comfort. In Jesus’ name, we pray.
Amen.

16. Prayer to St. Jude for Hope

Dear St. Jude,
In our moments of greatest need, we turn to you for hope and comfort. As the patron saint of desperate cases, we ask for your intercession to bring us relief from our anxieties and fears. May God grant us hope and strength to face our challenges with faith. Help us to trust in His divine providence and to find peace in His love.
Amen.

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IV. Prayers for Healing, Gratitude & Specific Needs

17. Prayer for Relief from Panic Attacks

Dear Lord Jesus Christ,
We come to You seeking relief from the grip of panic attacks and intense anxiety. Please soothe our troubled minds and grant us the calm and peace we need. Strengthen our faith and help us to rely on Your promises during these distressing times. May Your love and comfort surround us, bringing us solace and reassurance. We ask this in Your holy name.
Amen.

18. Prayer for Emotional Healing

O Lord,
In our time of need, we seek Your healing touch for our emotional wounds. Bring comfort to our anxious hearts and restore our spirits. Help us to find solace in Your presence and to rely on Your strength as we work through our struggles. May Your grace heal our minds and renew our hope. We ask this through Christ Jesus, our Healer.
Amen.

19. Prayer for Relief from Emotional Pain

Heavenly Father,
We come to You with heavy hearts, seeking relief from emotional pain and distress. Pour out Your healing power upon us and ease our troubled spirits. Grant us the comfort of Your presence and the assurance of Your love. Help us to find peace in Your embrace and to trust in Your plan for our healing. We pray this through Christ Jesus, our Savior.
Amen.

20. Prayer of Gratitude Amidst Anxiety

Almighty God,
Even in the midst of anxiety and stress, we give thanks for Your constant presence in our lives. Thank You for the many blessings You have provided, even when we are overwhelmed by worry. Help us to keep our eyes on You and to remember that Your grace is sufficient for us. We trust in Your unfailing strength and ask for Your peace to fill our hearts. In Jesus’ name, we pray.
Amen.

21. Prayer for God’s Perfect Love

Gracious Father,
Your perfect love casts out all fear. We come to You with hearts burdened by anxiety and stress, seeking Your comfort and reassurance. Let Your love envelop us and dispel the worries that trouble our minds. Help us to experience Your peace that surpasses all understanding and to trust in Your unfailing care. We pray in the name of Your Son, Jesus Christ.
Amen.

22. Prayer for Guidance in Times of Stress

O God,
In the midst of our stress and anxiety, we seek Your guidance and wisdom. Help us to navigate our challenges with grace and to trust in Your plan. May Your Word be a source of comfort and strength, guiding us through our difficulties. Fill us with Your peace and help us to find solace in Your presence. We pray in Jesus’ name.
Amen.

23. Prayer for Hope and Renewal

Dear Lord Jesus Christ,
We ask for Your hope and renewal in our lives as we face anxiety and stress. Revive our spirits and restore our peace, helping us to see Your goodness and grace even in the midst of trials. May Your love and strength renew our hope and give us the courage to face each day with faith and trust in Your promises.
Amen.

🎯 O Lord my God, be not far from me. O my God, hasten to help me, for varied thoughts and great fears have risen up within me, afflicting my soul. How shall I escape them unharmed? How shall I dispel them?

“I will go before you,” says the Lord, “and will humble the great ones of earth. I will open the doors of the prison, and will reveal to you hidden secrets.”

Do as You say, Lord, and let all evil thoughts fly from Your face. This is my hope and my only comfort—to fly to You in all tribulation, to confide in You, and to call on You from the depths of my heart and to await patiently for Your consolation.

✅ Conclusion:

May these prayers be a source of strength and solace. Remember the words of St. Peter: “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” (1 Peter 5:7, NIV). Be at peace, for you are held in God’s loving hands.

Dear Lord,

I come to You today to ask for help. You are my everything. Lord, I need rest. I give You my worry. Take it, Lord. I accept Your peace, love, and understanding. Help me to turn to You and not to myself, to stop doing and start trusting. Help me to wait on Your answers, because I know that they are good. Give me wisdom, hope, and peace. Thank you, Lord, for Your patience and grace. I love You, and I know You love me so much more than I could ever imagine.

Amen.

Dear Lord,

Watch over me, God, body and soul. Stay beside me through the night. Protect me from harm. Banish my fears. Send me dreams that are sweet, fill my heart with Your peace, set my mind at ease. And, at first light, please, restore me to new life.

Amen.

Lord God,

I have been carrying a heavy burden and I am coming to You right now for relief. I surrender all my hurts, disappointments and insecurities to You. Thank You for Your Word, which tells me about Your unconditional love and affection for me. Help me to focus not on my feelings and emotions, but on the powerful truths in Your Word. Nothing can separate me from Your love—this I know for a fact. You are my Father, and I am Your child. I love to be in Your presence, because You are the source of all my peace and joy. Forever I will praise You. In Jesus’ name

Amen.

Heavenly Father,

I come before you with a heavy heart, lifting up my life before you, i decress that this battle of depression is over. You, O Lord, are the source of all comfort and hope, and I place these struggles into your loving and capable hands.

Amen

Lord,

Depression can be a relentless and overwhelming foe, but we know that with you, nothing is impossible. I pray that you bring your healing touch upon my mind, body, and spirit. Replace the darkness with your light, the despair with hope, and the pain with your peace.

Amen

Give me the strength to seek help and support, and grant wisdom to those who are providing care and treatment. Surround [Name] with understanding and compassionate individuals who can offer love, encouragement, and comfort.

Amen

Lord, please grant [Name] the courage to face each day, even when it feels like an uphill battle. May they find moments of joy and glimpses of your love that remind them they are never alone.

Amen

In the midst of the storm, help [Name] to cling to your promises and to trust in your unwavering love. Let your presence be a constant source of strength, and may your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard their heart and mind.

Amen

We know, Lord, that you are the ultimate healer and the one who can bring light into the darkest of places. We place our trust in you and ask for [Name]’s complete restoration and freedom from the grip of depression. In the name of Jesus, we pray for healing and hope.

Amen.

Best prayers for anxiety

• Dear Lord.  Most gracious heavenly Father.  I am scared.  I am worried.  I am anxious.  I don’t know what is going to happen to me, or my neighbors or my country. Even my world.  I need you now more than ever.  I need you to prop me up, wrap your arms around me and hold me close.  Please remind me day by day, hour by hour, minute by minute and second by second that you are here.  That you love me.  That you have my back. In Jesus’ name. Amen
• Heavenly Father, help me through all of my days.  Teach me not to worry.  Remind me to not be anxious. As it says in Philippians ‘Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.’  I am making my requests known to you right now. I need help.  I need you. I thank you. Amen
• Dear God, I come before you. I am laying my fear and anxiety at your feet. I ask that you help me get through all of the doubts and fears when I feel as if I am being crushed. Remind me that you are a powerful God. Remind me that I can trust in you. I know I can’t do this on my own. I need you. In the matchless name of Jesus I pray. Amen

Confession against every spirit of worry, anxiety and fear.

Declare Now:

1. You dark shadow of the soul, clear away by the blood of Jesus.
2. Power of heavy heart, loose your hold upon my life in the name of Jesus.
3. Power of heaviness, be dismantled from my soul in the name of Jesus.
4. Let the garment of praise replace the spirit of heaviness in my life in Jesus’ name.
5. Holy Ghost fire, melt away every darkness of heaviness in my soul, in the name of Jesus.
6. I release myself from the power of discouragement in the name of Jesus.
7. Power of God, move my life from strength to strength and from glory to glory in Jesus’ name.
8. I reject every oppressive spirit hanging on my soul, in the name of Jesus.
9. There shall be no more heaviness for my soul in Jesus’ name.
10. Let the spirit of heaviness loss its grip upon my spirit man, in the name of Jesus.
11. I bind and cast out every spirit of depression from my life in the name of Jesus.
12. Fire of God, burn to ashes every garment of heaviness, in the name of Jesus.
13. I pull down every masked personality working against my happiness, in the name of Jesus.
14. Every power militating against my joy, die immediately in the name of Jesus.
15. I bind and cast out every enemy of my full-scale laughter, in the name of Jesus.
16. I rise above every evil hand pointing at my joy, in Jesus’ name.
17. Every spider of darkness enclosing my heart, clear away by fire in the name of Jesus.
18. I dismantle every chain of darkness arresting my freedom in the name of Jesus.
19. Every thief that has been stealing from me, loose your power in the name of Jesus.
20. I bury forever every yoke of heaviness, in the name of Jesus.
21. I drink from the well of salvation in the name of Jesus.
22. I refuse to be enslaved by the spirit of heaviness in the name of Jesus.
23. Every power working against my mental health, be dismantled in the name of Jesus.
24. Every burden of darkness enclosing my soul, clear away now, in the mighty name of Jesus

The fear of death if not controlled can lead to people losing their lives before their appointed time. long life is our heriatage in Christ as believers. There are Spiritual Steps we can apply to our lives to Overcome the Fear of Death.

It is very important and extremely crucial for you to realise that God loves your family more than you do, even though you care for and love them. God is very much interested in keeping you and your family on earth to fulfill his will and purpose. Look at these scriptuures for a start:

1. God is never going to leave you. “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified … for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” Deuteronomy 31:6 NIV

The consciousness of God’s presence around you can be a great way to drive out that fear of death in your heart.

This world is not our forever home. For this world is not our permanent home; we are looking forward to a home yet to come. Hebrews 13:14 NLT

God’s peace will comfort you. “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” Matthew 5:4 NIV And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7 NIV

Heaven sounds like a place I want to be. “‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” Revelation 21:4 NIV

These scriptures above let’s us understand that at the proper time, we can leave this earth for a better place. It’s more like a transition and not a total end. You can see it as phase two of your life.

What does the Bible say about the fear of death?

Fear! One of the greatest fears that people list is the fear of death as well as the fear of the unknown. It points to one side of “the sting of death.” And to a mature follower of Christ, it should dissipate as a person focuses on the promises of God. The great saints and martyrs of Hebrews 11 all shared in a common bond: an assured faith in knowing where they were headed after this life ended. It was call the “better resurrection”, the Godly city, a heavenly country and the great reward. Paul, in the midst of imprisonment, beatings, shipwrecks and persecution, maintained his Godly outlook and contentment with his attitude of “To live is Christ, to die is gain”. To believe in our heavenly destiny not only can alleviate fear but minimize the grip we have on this world of uncertainty.

The second aspect of overcoming the “sting of death” is in the promises offered to the survivors, an offer of a peace that transcends understanding and an assurance that with every loss, there is purpose. Jesus stated in his Sermon on the Mount, “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” What is the comfort of mourning? Every loss and trial has the potential of character development. It is at funerals when people appear to offer their greatest expressions of empathy and support and when friends become especially meaningful. Every memorial is an opportunity for those who grieve to transform their attitudes about matters of faith.

Scriptures pertaining to dying in Christ

Romans 8:38-39

For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.

1 Corinthians 15:51-57

Behold! I tell you a mystery. We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, and the dead will be raised imperishable, and we shall be changed. For this perishable body must put on the imperishable, and this mortal body must put on immortality. When the perishable puts on the imperishable, and the mortal puts on immortality, then shall come to pass the saying that is written: “Death is swallowed up in victory.” “O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting?”

John 11:25-26

Jesus said to her,“I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live,and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?”

John 3:16

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.

1 Corinthians 2:9

What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the heart of man imagined, what God has prepared for those who love him.

Revelation 1:17-18

When I saw him, I fell at his feet as though dead. But he laid his right hand on me, saying,“Fear not, I am the first and the last,and the living one. I died, and behold I am alive forevermore, and I have the keys of Death and Hades.”

Revelation 14:13

And I heard a voice from heaven saying, “Write this: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.” “Blessed indeed,” says the Spirit, “that they may rest from their labors, for their deeds follow them!”

Romans 14:7-9

For none of us lives to himself, and none of us dies to himself. For if we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord. So then, whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord’s. For to this end Christ died and lived again, that he might be Lord both of the dead and of the living.

Philippians 1:21-23

For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. If I am to live in the flesh, that means fruitful labor for me. Yet which I shall choose I cannot tell. I am hard pressed between the two. My desire is to depart and be with Christ, for that is far better.

2 Timothy 4:7-8

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that Day, and not only to me but also to all who have loved his appearing.

Revelation 21:4

He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.

James 1:12

Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.

1 Corinthians 15:42-44

So is it with the resurrection of the dead. What is sown is perishable; what is raised is imperishable.It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory. It is sown in weakness; it is raised in power.It is sown a natural body; it is raised a spiritual body. If there is a natural body, there is also a spiritual body.

2 Corinthians 5:6-9

So we are always of good courage. We know that while we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord,for we walk by faith, not by sight.Yes, we are of good courage, and we would rather be away from the body and at home with the Lord.So whether we are at home or away, we make it our aim to please him.

Romans 6:23

For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep. For this we declare to you by a word from the Lord, that we who are alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will not precede those who have fallen asleep. For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the sound of the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we will always be with the Lord. Therefore encourage one another with these words.

1 Peter 1:23-25

…You have been born again, not of perishable seed but of imperishable, through the living and abiding word of God; for “All flesh is like grass and all its glory like the flower of grass. The grass withers, and the flower falls, but the word of the Lord remains forever.”

Job 1:21

And he said, “Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked shall I return. The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD.”

Fear is not from God; it’s from the devil. Coming to this realization is very crucial, as if you don’t know the source of your problems, it will be difficult to tackle them. Beloved, fear is your enemy because it is an enemy of your faith and it it aimed at stopping the power of God from working effectively in your life.

It is your fear that will make you question God with questions such as, “Will I make it?” Your Faith should be deviod of question. It should be armed with complete confidence and trust in God. thefaithwins.com has provided the best scrpitures to help you overcome your fears and empower you with Faith. Take advantage of these and your life can never remain the same.

Isaiah 41:10

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.

Psalm 23:4

Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

Psalm 27:1

The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?

Psalm 46:1-3

God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging.

Psalm 118:6

The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?

John 14:27

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.

Deuteronomy 31:6

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.

Isaiah 41:13

For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.

Hebrews 13:6

So we say with confidence, “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?”

Deuteronomy 3:22

Do not be afraid of them; the Lord your God himself will fight for you.

Luke 12:32

(Jesus says), “Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom.”

Lamentations 3:57

You came near when I called you, and you said, “Do not fear.”

Psalm 56:3-4

When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?

Haggai 2:5

‘This is what I covenanted with you when you came out of Egypt. And my Spirit remains among you. Do not fear.’

Luke 12:7

Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.

“Fear not” – Overcoming Dismal Fear

We have all been gripped by fear at some point in our lifetime. Yet, God commands us to not be afraid. Have you ever noticed how often we are told to “fear not” in scripture? This repetition is proof that we need to fully surrender our worries to God. 

Fear is a silent form of atheism—the act of questioning God’s sovereignty. Why would we question God when we are promised hope and healing in his arms? The truth of the matter is that we serve a God who is beyond faithful. He will always show up for us in our most desperate hour of need.

Did you know that God is the only one who holds the power to banish our fears from existence? He can release you from your fear just as He did for the psalmist, who said, “I sought the LORD, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears” (Psalm 34:4).

“For I am with you”: Overcoming Desolate Fear

The Lord our God is with us. What an amazing truth for us today. In Hebrews 13:5-6, Jesus promises to never leave or forsake His people. Regardless of our circumstances, He is there to comfort us in our most desolate state. Even when we encounter the evil one, God is there. Remember the words of King David:

“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.” Psalm 23:4. 

How can we remain fearful when the Lord promises good to us—when He promises to be with us in spirit? The fully realized presence of Christ is the secret to our release from the bonds of fearfulness. 

“Be not dismayed”: Overcoming Desperate Fear

To be dismayed is to be discouraged. This is a key tactic from the devil to harm us, put us down, and keep us down. In the same way, the “spirit of fear” is not from the Lord but from the one who seeks to steal, kill, and destroy. But we can take heart knowing that God is on our side, and even the demons tremble at his voice!

1 Samuel 30:6 says, “And David was greatly distressed, for the people spoke of stoning him, because all the people were bitter in soul, each for his sons and daughters. But David strengthened himself in the LORD his God.”

When everything was crumbling around him, David went straight to Lord in his greatest time of need. He avoided the distractions that were around him and went directly to the one who could bring him out of his misery. So, believer, if you are discouraged today, seek God and find refreshment and encouragement straight from the source. 

“For I am your God”: Overcoming Despairing Fear

Knowing that God promises to be with us should change our perspective as believers. In the same way, knowing who God is and that He is our Lord should have the same impact. If you are bruised and battered or broken by the trials and tests of life, listen to these words. They hold so much power and hope for our lives. We worship a personal God who is seeking an intimate relationship with us through His son, Jesus Christ. 

Amid uncertainty, God calls us by name and says, “I have called you by name, and you are mine” (Isaiah 43:1). Thank you, Lord, for this firm assurance. 

“I will strengthen you”: Overcoming Depressing Fear

When we encounter the demands of ordinary everyday life, the Lord is our support. He gives us grace upon grace, just like he told the Apostle Paul in 2 Corinthians: “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore, I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” (2 Corinthians 12:9). 

God’s strength is made perfect in our weakness. We know this to be Paul’s testimony in the New Testament—and countless others in the Bible. We are offered the same promise from the Lord. Trust that when you feel week, the Almighty God is there to hold you up and make you strong.  

“I will help you”: Overcoming Dreadful Fear

In Romans, we read, “Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words” (Romans 8:26). While the immediate reference here is to prayer, we must not ignore the role of the Holy Spirit. When we are weak, the Lord comes alongside us to strengthen us. The Holy Spirit is near and indwelling within us. 

Whatever you are facing today, the Lord is right beside you, offering a helping hand. All you need to do is trust Him and fully submit your situation to Him. 

“I will uphold you”: Overcoming Defenseless Fear

The final and most important truth I want you to realize is this: God will uphold you. When we place our whole trust in Christ Jesus, we are promised an eternity in paradise by His side. Ultimately, we should have nothing to fear when scripture tells us, “to live is Christ and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21). We have so much to gain beyond our temporary home. We are promised a seat in heavenly places next to the one true God. 

Good bible verses for overcoming fear

1. Be strong and courageous (Joshua 1:9)

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.

2. I will fear no evil (Psalm 23:4)

Even though I walk
through the darkest valley,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.

3. Of whom shall I be afraid (Psalm 27:1)

The Lord is my light and my salvation-
whom shall I fear?
The Lord is the stronghold of my life-
of whom shall I be afraid?

4. He delivered me from my fears (Psalm 34:4-8)

I sought the Lord, and he answered me;
he delivered me from all my fears.
Those who look to him are radiant;
their faces are never covered with shame.

5. God is our refuge and our strength (Psalm 46:1-3)

God is our refuge and strength,
an ever-present help in trouble.
Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way
and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea,
though its waters roar and foam
and the mountains quake with their surging.

6. When I’m afraid, I trust in You (Psalm 56:3-4)

When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.
In God, whose word I praise-
in God I trust and am not afraid.
What can mere mortals do to me?

7. Under his wings, you will find refuge (Psalm 91:4-5)

He will cover you with his feathers,
and under his wings you will find refuge;
his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.
You will not fear the terror of night,
nor the arrow that flies by day.

8. They cried out to the Lord in their trouble (Psalm 107:28-30)

Then they cried out to the Lord in their trouble,
and he brought them out of their distress.
He stilled the storm to a whisper;
the waves of the sea were hushed.
They were glad when it grew calm,
and he guided them to their desired haven.

9. The righteous will never be shaken (Psalm 112:6-8)

Surely the righteous will never be shaken;
they will be remembered forever.
They will have no fear of bad news;
their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord.
Their hearts are secure, they will have no fear;
in the end they will look in triumph on their foes.

10. Do not fear; I am with you (Isaiah 41:8-10)

But you, Israel, my servant,
Jacob, whom I have chosen,
you descendants of Abraham my friend,
I took you from the ends of the earth,
from its farthest corners I called you.
I said, ‘You are my servant’;
I have chosen you and have not rejected you.
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.

11. Worrying won’t add a moment to your life (Matthew 6:26-27)

Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?

12. Each day has enough trouble of its own (Matthew 6:33-34)

But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.

13. You of little faith, why are you afraid? (Matthew 8:23-27)

Then he got into the boat and his disciples followed him. Suddenly a furious storm came up on the lake, so that the waves swept over the boat. But Jesus was sleeping. The disciples went and woke him, saying, “Lord, save us! We’re going to drown!”

He replied, “You of little faith, why are you so afraid?” Then he got up and rebuked the winds and the waves, and it was completely calm.

The men were amazed and asked, “What kind of man is this? Even the winds and the waves obey him!”

14. Do not be afraid, Zechariah (Luke 1:12-14)

When Zechariah saw him, he was startled and was gripped with fear. But the angel said to him: “Do not be afraid, Zechariah; your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you are to call him John. He will be a joy and delight to you, and many will rejoice because of his birth.”

15. Do not be afraid, Mary (Luke 1:29-31)

Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be. But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus.”

16. Do not let your hearts be troubled (John 14:25-27)

All this I have spoken while still with you. But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.

Jesus promises that in His absence, we will be accompanied by the Holy Spirit. God’s Spirit will guide us and instruct us. It’s a promise more surprising and more wonderful than we can possibly imagine. With God’s Spirit comes peace which should soothe our troubled hearts.

17. Nothing can separate us from God’s love (Romans 8:38-39)

For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

18. Do not be anxious about anything (Philippians 4:6-7)

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.

19. The Spirit of God does not make us timid (2 Timothy 1:7)

For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.

We don’t have to worry about whether we’re enough. We don’t have to fret over whether we’re good enough or intelligent enough to share what Jesus has done for the world. He has equipped us with His Spirit-the same Spirit that’s pursuing the people around us.

20. There is no fear in love (1 John 4:16-18)

And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them. This is how love is made complete among us so that we will have confidence on the day of judgment: In this world we are like Jesus. There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.

When fear or anxious thoughts try to flood your mind, speak God’s truth to that lie of the devil. The word of God is filled with thousands of promises of God’s love, protection, and strength!Be rest assured that there is nothing that can separate you from our loving Heavenly Father.

Right now make these declarations that thefaithwins.com has provided for you, and there are scriptures below that you will find very helpful as well. You are blessed!

Declare these Bible quotes to overcome that fear

In the name of Jesus, I refuse to fear, for God has given me a spirit not of fear but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7).

I bind the spirit of fear in my life, in Jesus’ name.

I break every evil covenant causing fear in my life, in Jesus’ name.

I command every terror of the night inciting fear, to stop and leave my environment, in Jesus’ name (Psalm 91:5).

You spirit of fear, lose your hold upon my life and family, in Jesus’ name.

I command all human agents using spirits of fear to terrify me to stumble and fall, in Jesus’ name (Psalm 27:2).

The fear and terror of the unbelievers shall not be my lot, in Jesus’ name (Psalm 91:5).

My tomorrow is blessed by God; therefore, all spirits responsible for the fear of tomorrow, I bind you, in Jesus’ name (Jeremiah 29:11).

My destiny is attached to God; I declare I will not fail, in Jesus’ name (Jeremiah 29:11).

Every bondage that I am subjecting myself to by the spirit of fear, I break in Jesus’ name.

All doors that fear has opened in my past, be closed now, in Jesus’ name.

Every disease, oppression, and depression due to fear in my life, disappear now, in Jesus’ name.

I refuse to be intimidated by any demonic nightmare, in Jesus’ name (Psalm 91:5).

Any spoken word of fear against me, I command you to fail, in Jesus’ name.

All generational fear in my home with the enemies outside will not stand, in Jesus’ name (Exodus 20:5).

All the devil’s plans concerning my home will not stand nor come to pass, in Jesus’ name (Isaiah 54:17).

I destroy all efforts of the enemy to frustrate my work, in Jesus’ name.

I nullify every writing, agreement, or covenant against my work, in Jesus’ name.

Father God, increase my greatness and comfort me on every side, in Jesus’ name (Psalm 71:21).

Oh Lord, as you delight in my prosperity, bless my work. No enemy controls me any longer, in Jesus’ name (Psalm 90:17).

Let all spirits against my work without cause, be brought to confusion, in Jesus’ name (Psalm 35:4).

I close every door through which the enemies have been working against my work, in Jesus’ name.

No weapon of Satan and his agents fashioned against me shall prosper, in Jesus’ name (Isaiah 54:17).

My life is hidden with Christ in God, nobody can kill me or harm me, in Jesus’ name (Colossians 3:3).

I open wide all doors leading to blessings, victories, and breakthroughs that the enemies have closed, in Jesus’ name.

I bind every spirit of frustration, defeat, delayed blessing and fear in my life, in Jesus’ name.

I banish every enemy of progress in my life in Jesus’ name.

I bind the spirit of death, armed robbery, and assassination in my life, in Jesus’ name (Hosea 13:14).

I reject, renounce, and destroy every evil agreement or covenant in my life, in Jesus’ name.

By the blood of Jesus, I nullify the operations of evil forces around my house, in Jesus’ name (Revelation 12:11).

Bible verses on conquering fear

1. 2 Timothy 1:7

For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. (NKJV)

2. 1 Peter 5:7 

Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you. (NIV)

3. Exodus 14:14

The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still. (NIV)

4. Psalm 46:10 

Be still, and know that I am God.  I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth! (ESV)

5. Hebrews 13:5b-6

…for He has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” So we can confidently say, “The Lord is my helper; I will not fear what can man do to me?” (ESV)

6. Isaiah 41:10 

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. (NIV)

7.  Romans 8:37-39 

…in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. (NIV)

God’s word is powerful in helping people feel stronger by reminding them that they can get through anything with God’s love. God sent His Son Jesus to demonstrate the fullness of His love to every one of His offspring. And there is also the Holy Spirit who is responsible with ministering to our hearts while we study the Bible.

We all confront rough times in various seasons of our lives, these seasons are characterized by worry and concern as to what the outcome of our future would be. Only the word of God carries the capacity to fight those worries and give you strength to pull through. The bible verses for overcoming fear and anxiety given here are a terrific way to start your morning as you progress through the period of your life, and if you are not yet there, they can also influence your thoughts when you are going through a hard moment.

Bible verses for dealing with fear

Deuteronomy 31:8
“It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.”

Psalm 23:4]
“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.”

Psalm 27:1
“The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”

Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”

Psalm 55:16-17
“But I will call on God,
and the Lord will rescue me.
Morning, noon, and night
I cry out in my distress,
and the Lord hears my voice.”

Psalm 55:22
“Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.”

Psalm 56:3
“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.”

Psalm 94:19
“When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.”

Psalm 118:5
“Out of my distress I called on the Lord; the Lord answered me and set me free. The Lord is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?”

Isaiah 12:2
“Behold, God is my salvation;
I will trust, and will not be afraid;
for the Lord God is my strength and my song,
and he has become my salvation.”

Isaiah 26:3
“You keep them in perfect peace
whose minds are fixed on you,
because they trust in you.”

Isaiah 41:10
“Fear not, for I am with you;
be not dismayed, for I am your God;
I will strengthen you, I will help you,
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

Matthew 11:28-30
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”

Bible scriptures for overcoming fear

Romans 8:15–17
“For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!” The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with him in order that we may also be glorified with him.”

2 Corinthians 4:16-18
“So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.”

Philippians 4:6
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.”

2 Timothy 1:7
“For God did not give me a spirit of fear or timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.”

1 Peter 5:7
“Cast all your anxieties on Him, because He cares for you.”

Luke 12:22-26
“Do not worry about your life, what you will eat; or about your body, what you will wear.  Life is more than food, and the body more than clothes.  Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, they have no storeroom or barn, yet God feeds them. And how much more valuable you are than birds!  Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?  Since you cannot do this very little thing, why do you worry about the rest?”

He freed me from all my fears

Psalm 27:1
“The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?  The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?”

Psalm 55:22
“Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous fall.”

Deuteronomy 31:6
“Be strong and courageous.  Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”

Isaiah 41:13-14
“’For I am the Lord, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.  Do not be afraid, for I myself will help you,’ declares the Lord, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel.”

Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”

Psalm 118:6-7
“The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid.  What can man do to me?  The Lord is with me; he is my helper.”

Proverbs 29:25
“Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.”

Mark 4:39-40
“He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm.  He said to his disciples, “Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?”

Psalm 34:7
“The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear him, and he delivers them.”

1 Peter 3:14
“But even if you suffer for doing what is right, God will reward you for it. So don’t worry or be afraid of their threats.”

Psalm 34:4
“I prayed to the Lord, and he answered me.  He freed me from all my fears.”

Isaiah 41:10
“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.”

Psalm 56:3
“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.”

Philippians 4:6-7
“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.”

John 14:27
“Peace is what I leave with you; it is my own peace that I give you. I do not give it as the world does. Do not be worried and upset; do not be afraid.”

2 Timothy 1:7
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”

1 John 4:18
“There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.”

Psalm 94:19
“When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought joy to my soul.”

Isaiah 43:1
“But now, this is what the Lord says…Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.”

Proverbs 12:25
“An anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up.”

Psalm 23:4
“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.”

Joshua 1:9
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”

Matthew 6:34
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”

Peter 5:6-7
“Humble yourselves, then, under God’s mighty hand, so that he will lift you up in his own good time.  Leave all your worries with him, because he cares for you.”

Isaiah 35:4-14.
“Tell everyone who is discouraged, Be strong and don’t be afraid! God is coming to your rescue…”

Deuteronomy 3:22
“Do not be afraid of them; the Lord your God himself will fight for you.”

Revelation 1:17
“Then he placed his right hand on me and said: ‘Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last.’”

Mark 5:36
“Jesus told him, ‘Don’t be afraid; just believe.’

Romans 8:38-39
“And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love.”

Zephaniah 3:17
The Lord your God is in your midst, A victorious warrior. He will exult over you with joy, He will be quiet in His love, He will rejoice over you with shouts of joy.”

Psalm 91:1-16
“He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.  I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.”…He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.  You will not fear the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by day, nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness, nor the plague that destroys at midday.  A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you…For he will command his angels concerning you, to guard you in all your ways…“Because he loves me,” says the Lord, “I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name.  He will call upon me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him…”

WINNING THE BATTLES OF LIFE !

Dearly beloved, life is a battlefield, and all our inheritances in Christ are always contested by the enemy. Hence, the Bible says we must fight the good fight of faith. 1Tim.6:12

Beloved, man’s adventures on earth is essentially warfare and most of the warfare are spiritual, which also requires spiritual solutions as answers or for us to be victorious. Satan is daily fighting the saints of God. The Bible says, he vowed to fight everyone who keeps the commandments of God & has the testimony of the Lord Jesus Christ. Rev.12:17.

So, the kingdom of God demands some form of violence and only the violent is entitled to their portions, because of the stiff opposition of Satan and his cohorts. Matt.11:12

If Satan can declare war in Heaven, who are you that Satan cannot fight? Rev.12:7 Bible says, ” And there was war in Heaven…”.
Beloved, Life will never offer to you what you deserve, but life will always offer to you what you demand.

God has given you your inheritance and portions, but you need to fight for them. Deuteronomy 2:24. We shall fight the good fight of faith at the altar of prayers, because God has guaranteed us victory. Isaiah 43:2-3

Great servant of God, no one can go far in life as a ” spiritual civilian”. The person may look too cheatable or molestable. The violence of faith is the gateway to a triumphant life. You need to be awake today and turn the tables against your enemies!

Join us tonight for a special ALL-NIGHT PRAYER & PRAISE SERVICE @ God’s kingdom heritage Bible Church Asaba from 8pm.

You shall return with evidence of Supernatural interventions & victory testimonies in Jesus name !
Good morning and do have a great, blessed, healthy, prosperous, profitable & fruitful working day in Jesus name !

Deus benedicat tibi !