Anxiety in the Bible

4 chapters across 4 books

Key Verses

“No one can serve two masters: Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.”

Matthew 6:24 (BSB) ›

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

1 Peter 5:7 (BSB) ›

“And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.”

Luke 12:7 (BSB) ›

“Then Jesus said to His disciples, “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat, or about your body, what you will wear.”

Luke 12:22 (BSB) ›

“Blessed are those servants whom the master finds on watch when he returns. Truly I tell you, he will dress himself to serve and will have them recline at the table, and he himself will come and wait on them.”

Luke 12:37 (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.

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