If you or someone you know suffers from anxiety, you know it is a serious disorder. Living with anxiety can be extremely difficult. It can cause a variety of symptoms and even be debilitating.

Symptoms can include migraines, stomach issues, weight fluctuations, and fatigue just to name a few. A lot of doctors reach to medications, but some people have chosen to try a different cure for their anxiety – the Bible.

If you’ve never understood the healing powers of scripture there’s no time like the times that you are sad or suffering from anxiety to give them a try. It is one of the few places that peace can be found. These 30 Bible verses can not only help strengthen your faith, but offer you comfort in tough times.

1. Psalm 56:3-4 – “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.”

2. Joshua 1:9-11 – “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.”

3. 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.”

4. 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.”

5. Psalm 34:17-18 – “The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears them; He delivers them from all their troubles. The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”

6. 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.”

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

8. 2 Corinthians 4:16-17 – “Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.”

9. Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD. “Plans to prosper you and not harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future.”

10. 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.”

11. Matthew 6:26 – “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?”

12. 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.”

13. Hebrews 13:15 – “Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.'”

14. 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.”

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

16. 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.”

17. 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.”

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

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

20. 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.”

21. Psalm 34:17-19 – “The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them. He delivers them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. A righteous man may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all.”

22. Isaiah 40:30-31 – “Even youths grow tired and wear, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not be faint.

23. 1 Peter 5:6-7 – “Humble yourselves, then, under God’s mighty hand, so that He will life you up in His own good time. Leave all your worries with Him, because He cares for you.”

24. Psalm 27:1 – “Thy 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?”

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

26. 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?'”

27. James 1:2-4 – “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.”

28. Luke 12:25-26 – “And which of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life’s span? If then you cannot do even a very little thing, why do you worry about other matters?”

29. Psalm 61:3 – “From the ends of the earth, I cry to you for help when my heart is overwhelmed. Lead me to the towering rock of safety, for you are my safe refuge.”

30. Psalm 9:9-10 – “The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know your name will trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.”

The next time you are struggling with sadness or anxiety, try reflecting on these Bible verses. Be sure to share them with your family and friends because you never know who is struggling silently.