What does the Bible say about anxiety?

The Bible addresses anxiety across 4 chapters in 4 books, including 1 Peter, Luke, Matthew, and 1 more. Explore each chapter with verse-by-verse text and cross-references on Doxa.

Which books of the Bible mention anxiety?

Anxiety appears in 4 books of the Bible: 1 Peter, Luke, Matthew, Philippians. Read every passage in the Berean Standard Bible on Doxa.

How many Bible chapters cover anxiety?

There are 4 Bible chapters about anxiety in the Doxa Bible. You can also explore real-life stories related to this theme on The Grace Record at doxa.app/grace.

Anxiety in the Bible

4 chapters across 4 books

The Bible speaks of anxiety in 4 chapters across 4 books, most often in 1 Peter, Luke and Matthew.

Start with 1 Peter 5:7, then the 4 chapters below. In the Doxa app, keep your notes on any verse about anxiety, and ask Doxa Engage how it connects to what God has said to you.

Key Verses

“Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.”

1 Peter 5:7(BSB) ›

“And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you.”

1 Peter 5:10(BSB) ›

“Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart.”

Psalms 37:4(BSB) ›

“Commit your way to the LORD; trust in Him, and He will do it.”

Psalms 37:5(BSB) ›

“I tell you, My friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body and after that can do no more.”

Luke 12:4(BSB) ›

1 Peter

1 Peter 5

Peter exhorts elders to shepherd God's flock willingly and humbly, not for gain. He urges younger believers to submit to elders. He commands all to cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you. He warns them to be alert—the devil prowls like a roaring lion seeking someone to devour.

Luke

Luke 12

Jesus warns against the hypocrisy of the Pharisees and the folly of storing up earthly treasures. He tells the parable of the rich fool and teaches about anxiety, urging followers not to worry because the Father knows their needs. He calls for readiness and faithful stewardship.

Matthew

Matthew 6

Continuing the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus teaches about authentic spiritual practices—giving, praying, and fasting in secret rather than for show. He delivers the Lord's Prayer and commands followers to seek first the kingdom of God, trusting the Father for daily provision.

Philippians

Philippians 4

Paul's letter climaxes with some of the Bible's most beloved promises. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer present your requests to God, and the peace of God which surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts. Whatever is true, noble, right, pure, lovely—think on these things. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

Real stories about anxiety

Read testimonies from real people connected to anxiety on The Grace Record.

Stories of Mind Restored›

Explore Anxiety on Doxa

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