Prayer for Anxiety and Fear – A Prayer for God’s Peace and Courage
Posted on 08 Dec 2025
Anxiety whispers worst-case scenarios. Fear magnifies problems until they feel impossible to overcome. But God has not given us a spirit of fear—He offers love, peace, and a sound mind. When anxious thoughts overwhelm you, prayer shifts your focus from fear to faith.
This prayer is for anyone facing panic, worry, dread, or fear of the future. God is closer than your breath, and His peace is stronger than your fear.
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## A Simple Prayer for Anxiety and Fear
“Heavenly Father, my heart feels anxious and my mind is overwhelmed.
Fear is trying to steal my joy and control my thoughts.
I surrender these worries to You.
Fill me with Your peace and remind me that You are with me.
Calm my anxious thoughts, silence every lie of the enemy, and strengthen my spirit.
Help me trust You completely, even when I don’t understand what is happening.
In Jesus' name, Amen.”
Peace begins where trust in God takes root.
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## Scriptures for Anxiety and Fear
### 2 Timothy 1:7
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind.”
### Philippians 4:6–7
“Do not be anxious about anything… and the peace of God will guard your hearts and minds.”
### Psalm 34:4
“I sought the Lord, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears.”
These truths replace anxious thoughts with God’s promises.
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## Prayer for Panic and Overthinking
“Lord, my mind races and my heart feels heavy.
Help me pause, breathe, and rest in Your presence.
Quiet the noise in my mind and bring clarity where confusion lives.
Let Your peace guard my thoughts and restore balance to my emotions.
Amen.”
God is not intimidated by your fears—He meets you in them.
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## Prayer for Fear of the Future
“Father, You know what tomorrow holds.
Remove my fear of what could happen and remind me that You go before me.
Guide my steps and give me peace about the future.
I choose trust over fear and faith over worry.
Amen.”
Your future is safe in God’s hands.
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## Prayer When Fear Attacks at Night
“Lord, nighttime feels difficult and my thoughts get louder when I try to rest.
Cover me with Your presence and give me peaceful sleep.
Let Your angels surround my home and protect my mind from fear.
In Jesus' name, Amen.”
Night may be dark, but God’s light never goes out.
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## A Declaration of Faith Over Fear
Speak this aloud:
“I refuse to fear. God is with me.
His power strengthens me. His peace fills me.
Fear has no place in my mind or heart.
I walk in confidence, courage, and calmness.
I have the mind of Christ.”
Declarations rewrite your inner narrative.
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## Share Your Request
You don’t have to fight anxiety or fear alone. Share your prayer request on PrayerBank.org so others can join you in praying for peace, hope, and courage.
God is not just the One who calms the storm—He calms His child.