Prayers for Fear
On this page you’ll find a collection of powerful prayers for fear. Read these prayers out loud or in silence.
How to pray when you’re afraid?
Prayer is a powerful tool that can help us cope with fear and find peace and comfort in difficult times. When we feel scared or uncertain, turning to God in prayer can give us the strength and reassurance we need to face our fears and trust in His plan for us. Whether we are facing personal challenges or dealing with broader issues in the world, prayer can provide a sense of connection and support that helps us navigate even the most difficult moments. If you’re feeling scared or uncertain, these prayers for fear may offer some comfort and guidance as you seek to find peace in the midst of your fears.
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Prayer can be a helpful way to cope with fear and find peace and comfort
Here are a few suggestions for praying when you’re scared:
- Acknowledge your fear: It’s okay to admit that you’re scared. Prayer can be a way to express your feelings and lay them before God.
- Seek comfort and reassurance: Ask God for comfort and for the strength to face your fears.
- Trust in God: Remember that God is with you and can help you through any situation. Try to surrender your fear to God and trust in His plan for you.
- Use scripture: Find comfort in the words of the Bible. There are many passages that offer hope and encouragement in times of fear and uncertainty.
- Pray with others: If you feel comfortable, consider praying with a friend or loved one. Prayer can be a powerful way to support one another and find strength in community.
Remember that it’s normal to feel scared at times, and prayer can be a helpful way to cope with those feelings.
Short Prayers for Fear
- “Lord, I am feeling overwhelmed and afraid. Please give me the strength and courage to face my fears and trust in Your plan for me. Help me to remember that You are with me always and that Your love will see me through any challenges I may face. Amen.”
- “Dear God, I know that You are with me in this moment, even though I can’t see You. Please help me to trust in Your love and Your protection, and give me the peace and strength I need to overcome my fears. Amen.”
- “Heavenly Father, I am feeling afraid and unsure of what the future holds. Please wrap Your loving arms around me and give me the peace and confidence I need to trust in Your will for my life. I pray that Your love would fill me and give me the courage to face any challenges that come my way. Amen.”
- “Lord, I turn to You in my time of fear and uncertainty. Please be my rock and my refuge, and help me to trust in Your goodness and Your love. Give me the strength and courage I need to face my fears and find peace in You. Amen.”
Prayers for Fear and Anxiety
- Dear God, I come to You today feeling anxious and overwhelmed. I am struggling to find peace and calm in the midst of my fears and worries. Please help me to trust in Your love and Your care for me. Give me the strength to face my fears and the courage to take the next step, even when I feel uncertain. I pray that Your peace would fill me and bring me rest and comfort in the midst of my anxiety. Amen.”
- “Heavenly Father, I am feeling anxious and afraid, and I don’t know how to handle these feelings. Please give me the grace and the wisdom to turn to You in my time of need and to find strength and peace in Your presence. I pray that You would calm my mind and my heart and help me to trust in Your love and Your care for me. Thank You for being with me always, and for never leaving my side. Amen.”
Prayer for Fear and Worry
“Loving God, I come to You today feeling overwhelmed and worried. My mind is racing with fears and doubts, and I am struggling to find peace and calm. Please help me to remember that You are with me always and that Your love is greater than any fear or worry I may have. Give me the courage to face my fears and to trust in Your plan for my life. I pray that Your peace would fill me and bring me rest and comfort in the midst of my anxiety. Thank You for being my rock and my refuge, and for never leaving my side. Amen.”
Prayers for Stop Being Scared
“I know that You are sovereign and that Your love and Your care for me are unending. Please help me to find peace and calm in the midst of my fears, and to trust in Your goodness and Your faithfulness. I pray that You would give me the wisdom and the guidance I need to navigate these difficult times, and that You would be with me every step of the way.
I know that I cannot control the future, but I trust in Your promise that You are with me always and that You will never leave me or forsake me. Please help me to remember this truth when I am feeling scared or uncertain, and give me the strength and the courage to keep moving forward.
Thank You for Your love and Your presence in my life. I trust in You and I know that Your plan for me is good. Amen.”
Prayer for Deliverance From Personal Fear
Heavenly Father, this world You created continues down a dark and lonely road, and the anxiety that constricts my mind continues to grow with it. My focus has drifted away from You to constant worrying and self-doubt. I’m afraid of being a failure. I’m afraid of success, and the responsibilities of that. I’m afraid of criticism from others, and of myself. I’m afraid of being alone, and it haunts me. I’m even afraid of becoming a victim of crime, which can also make life debilitating for me. Bring my thoughts back to You, oh Mighty God! Please be the center of my life, my Rock, my Fortress and my Salvation forevermore. Help me not to stray as the sheep of this world, but to focus my eyes and heart upon You.
Prayer for Withdrawing From Fear, Drawing Closer To God
Fear has pushed me when you wanted me to be led by your loving hand.
Fear has tormented me when you wanted me to enjoy your soothing peace.
Fear has stolen from me when you wanted me to possess that I am blessed with many things.
Prayer for Overcoming Anxiety and Fear In Life
When I feel crushed by my own worries and anxiety, lift my mind and help me to see the truth in all that You are.
When fear grips me tight and I feel I cannot move, please free my heart and help me to take things one-step at a time with you by my side.
When I can’t express the turmoil inside my heart and mind, calm me with Your quiet words of love and devotion.
I choose to trust in You, each day, each hour, each moment of my life.
I know deep down that I can cast these cares on You, and that you have taken these anxious thoughts, and by giving your life on the cross, You have set me free.
I choose to trust in You, each day, each hour, each moment of my life.
I know deep down that I live in Your grace, forgiven, and restored by Your sacrifice.
You have set me free, Heavenly Father.
Prayer for Peace In a Fearful World
O God of peace, you have taught us that in Your returning we shall be saved. In quietness and in confidence you will be our strength and our salvation amongst a world of hurt, anguish, worry and fear. By the mighty power of Your spirit, lift us up as we pray to you for rest and reassurance in Your loving arms. May we always know that You are our God, and that Your grace can overcome any fear or worry we may have.
Prayer for Panic and Anxiety Attacks
Jesus, You are always with me.
I share each anxious thought with You.
I am not alone, You understand my needs.
Here I will shelter, safe within Your love, held by Your grace, and freed by Your truth.
Bible verses about being afraid and staying calm:
- 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.”
- 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.”
- Philippians 4:6-7 – “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, 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 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.”
- Psalm 46:1-2 – “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.”