30 Faith Over Fear Bible Verses to Find Strength in God (Free PDF Printable)

Here are 30 faith over fear Bible verses to bring you peace and strength in difficult times.

Do you find yourself stressed and anxious? You may be worried due to global issues like politics and world events, or personal situations such as health issues, financial concerns, or challenging relationships.

No matter the challenges you face, God invites you to deepen your faith and grow in understanding by learning what His Word says about releasing fear. When you rely on God, your faith becomes bigger than your fear.

Why You Should Use This Reading Plan

1. Faith conquers fear. Let go of anxiety and stand firm in God’s promises.
2. God’s Word is your anchor. Discover what the Bible really says about trusting Him in difficult times.
3. Strength starts with Scripture. Use this plan to replace fear with faith and courage.
4. You don’t have to do this alone. Let God’s presence empower you to walk boldly, even when fear feels overwhelming.

Faith Over Fear Devotion Book on Amazon

I originally wrote this devotion series during the pandemic when many of us were at home during quarantine. For 30 days, I posted short daily devotion videos on Facebook and YouTube. These devotions were so popular that I eventually created a devotion book that is now available on Amazon.

You can use the free printable PDF reading plan (below), watch the daily devotion videos on YouTube, read the devotions from the book Fear Less: 30 Devotions for Courageous Faith on Amazon, or all of the above.

Click here to watch the full series of devotion videos on YouTube.

Faith Over Fear In Hard Times

There’s plenty to worry about when you look at the state of things in today’s world:

• political unrest
• school shooting and arguments about gun control
• deeply divisive political issues such as gender equality, gay marriage, and racial tension

Closer to home, we all face challenges from living in a broken world:

• pain and sickness for ourselves and those we love
• chronic health issues
• depression and mental health issues
• addictions and bad habits (especially food issues for me personally)
• relationship struggles
• financial worries
• job stress
• worries about our children and grandchildren
• everyday life stress like cars that break down, printers that won’t print,

The Bible has a lot to say about clinging to faith instead of giving in to fear. Let’s take a look at the encouragement and challenge we are given to focus on Christ during these hard times and strengthen our faith in Him. 

What Does Faith Over Fear Mean?

As we talk about having faith instead of worry and doubt, what exactly does that mean?

Here’s what Crosswalk has to say:

Developing faith that conquers fears takes daily discipline, constant prayer, knowledge of who God is, and recognizing who He says we are. Faith is listening and trusting beyond what we can see and make sense of. Scripture says God shields the righteous, and to cast our anxieties on Him because He cares for us. Faith over fear is choosing Him every day, and every time something threatens to steal our attention. Christ never promised us easy, but He did promise we wouldn’t walk through anything alone. Faith holds on for dear life when the pain is unexplainable, unfair, and seemingly never-ending.

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What does faith over fear mean to you? Share about it in the comments below, and I’ll be sharing more of my thoughts as we study each day of the 30 Day Faith Over Fear Bible Reading plan.

30 Faith Over Fear Bible Verses for Unshakable Confidence in God

1. Philippians 4:4-7 – Finding Peace Through Prayer

“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:4-7

2. Proverbs 3:5-8 – Trusting in God’s Guidance

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord, and turn away from evil. It will be healing to your flesh and refreshment to your bones.”
Proverbs 3:5-8

3. Psalm 46:1-6 – God is Our Refuge in Trouble

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its swelling. Selah.”
Psalm 46:1-6

4. Psalm 46:7-10 – Be Still and Know That He is God

“The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah. Come, behold the works of the Lord, how he has brought desolations on the earth. He makes wars cease to the end of the earth; he breaks the bow and shatters the spear; he burns the chariots with fire. ‘Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!'”
Psalm 46:7-10

5. 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 – Strength in Weakness

“A thorn was given me in the flesh, a messenger of Satan to harass me, to keep me from becoming conceited. Three times I pleaded with the Lord about this, that it should leave me. But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”
2 Corinthians 12:7-10

6. 2 Timothy 1:7 – Spirit of Power, Not Fear

“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”
2 Timothy 1:7

7. Isaiah 43:1-7 – Fear Not, for God Has Redeemed You

“But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: ‘Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you. For I am the Lord your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior.'”
Isaiah 43:1-7

8. Psalm 56:1-4 – Trusting in God Over Fear

“Be gracious to me, O God, for man tramples on me; all day long an attacker oppresses me; my enemies trample on me all day long, for many attack me proudly. When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh do to me?”
Psalm 56:1-4

9. 1 Peter 5:6-11 – Casting Anxiety on God

“Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith.”
1 Peter 5:6-11

10. Matthew 6:25-34 – Do Not Be Anxious About Life

“Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?”
Matthew 6:25-34

11. Psalm 121 – Help Comes from the Lord

“I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. He will not let your foot be moved; he who keeps you will not slumber.”
Psalm 121

12. Genesis 50:20 – God Works for Good

“As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive, as they are today.”
Genesis 50:20

13. Hebrews 13:8 – Jesus is Unchanging

“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.”
Hebrews 13:8

14. Psalm 139:1-5 – God Knows You Completely

“O Lord, you have searched me and known me! You know when I sit down and when I rise up; you discern my thoughts from afar. You search out my path and my lying down and are acquainted with all my ways.”
Psalm 139:1-5

15. Psalm 139:6-10 – God is Always With You

“Where shall I go from your Spirit? Or where shall I flee from your presence?”
Psalm 139:6-10

16. Ephesians 6:10-18 – The Armor of God

“Be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God.”
Ephesians 6:10-18

17. Lamentations 3:22-26 – God’s Mercies are New Every Morning

“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end.”
Lamentations 3:22-26

18. Luke 8:22-25 – Jesus Calms the Storm

“He awoke and rebuked the wind and the raging waves, and they ceased, and there was a calm.”
Luke 8:22-25

19. Psalm 4:8 – Peace in the Lord

“In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.”
Psalm 4:8

20. Matthew 14:22-33 – Jesus Walks on Water

“Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid.”
Matthew 14:22-33

21. Joshua 1:9 – Be Strong and Courageous

“Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Joshua 1:9

22. Job 42:1-3 – Trusting God’s Plans

“I know that you can do all things, and that no purpose of yours can be thwarted.”
Job 42:1-3

23. 2 Corinthians 10:5 – Taking Every Thought Captive

“Take every thought captive to obey Christ.”
2 Corinthians 10:5

24. Exodus 14:14 – Let God Fight for You

“The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be silent.”
Exodus 14:14

25. John 14:27 – Jesus Gives His Peace

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”
John 14:27

26. 2 Corinthians 4:7-9 – Pressed but Not Crushed

“We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair.”
2 Corinthians 4:7-9

27. 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 – Fix Your Eyes on the Eternal

“So we do not lose heart. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory.”
2 Corinthians 4:16-18

28. 1 John 4:16-19 – Perfect Love Casts Out Fear

“There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear.”
1 John 4:16-19

29. 2 Corinthians 5:3-7 – Walk by Faith, Not by Sight

“We walk by faith, not by sight.”
2 Corinthians 5:3-7

30. Matthew 5:14-16 – You are the Light of the World

“Let your light shine before others.”
Matthew 5:14-16

What Does The Bible Say About Faith Over Fear?

Jesus tells us that we will have troubles in this world. However, He also promises that we have victory through our faith because Jesus Christ has overcome the world.

If you are facing hard and uncertain times, you can be encouraged to press on knowing that you are an overcomer.

Use this Bible verse about having faith in hard times to lift your spirits and to share with others who might be questioning God’s goodness.

“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.”

Deuteronomy 31:6

How Many Times Does The Bible Say Fear Not?

The Bible says “fear not” over 300 times. This is an amazing reminder that as Christians, while we will face difficulty, there is no reason for us to be afraid.

God encourages his followers to fear not 365 times in the Bible, one for each day of the year, Pastor Rick Warren says, emphasizing that He didn’t intend for Christians to spend their days preoccupied with anxiety and worry. –ChristianPost

What Does Scripture Say About Faith?

Faith and fear cannot exist together.

Check out how Gotquestions.org explains the concept of faith vs fear:

Faith is described in Hebrews 11:1 as being “certain of what we do not see.” It is an absolute belief that God is constantly working behind the scenes in every area of our lives, even when there is no tangible evidence to support that fact. On the other hand, fear, simply stated, is unbelief or weak belief. As unbelief gains the upper hand in our thoughts, fear takes hold of our emotions. Our deliverance from fear and worry is based on faith, which is the very opposite of unbelief.

Faith vs. Fear: GotQuestions

Let’s remember that panic and fear are not from God. Although God understands our concerns, He give us peace and hope. It is possible to respond to a crisis seriously and deliberately while maintaining an inner sense of calm and hope.

Free PDF Printable Faith Over Fear Scriptures

Grab our 30 Day Faith Over Fear Bible Reading Plan now to help you regain the hope in your life. 

When you click to download this reading plan, you’ll be prompted to invest in the 30 Day Bible Reading Plan Notebook. While optional, this printable notebook will be a great help as we study together during the month of April and May.

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Panic and fear are not from God. Although God understands our concerns, He give us peace and hope. It is possible to respond to a crisis seriously and deliberately while maintaining an inner sense of calm and hope.

What does faith over fear mean to you? How has God grown your faith during difficult times? Share about it in the comments below.

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