Prayer against fear in the Bible

Heavenly Father,

   I thank You for Your unchanging love and mercy. Today, I come before You to lay down every burden of fear that has gripped my heart. I acknowledge that fear is not from You. Your Word declares in 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.” I receive this truth by faith and reject every lie that tells me I am helpless, hopeless, or abandoned.

Lord, You are my refuge and my fortress;

   You are my God, whom I trust (Psalm 91:2). When fear tries to enter my heart through bad news, uncertain circumstances, or spiritual attacks, I will remember that You are my safe place. You protect me under the shadow of Your wings. You are with me in the storm, and because of that, I will not be afraid.

I declare today that I will not fear the unknown.

   Even when I cannot see the future or understand what is happening around me, I trust that You are working all things together for my good (Romans 8:28). In Isaiah 41:10, You said, “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.” Lord, strengthen me with Your Word and uphold me with Your power.

When fear whispers lies to my mind,

   Remind me that I am never alone. You promised in 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.” I stand on this promise. Even when people fail me, You remain faithful.

Father, I cast all my anxieties upon You,

   Because You care for me (1 Peter 5:7). I lay down the burdens of worry, stress, and panic at Your feet. Replace them with Your peace, the kind that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:6–7). Let Your peace guard my heart and mind through Christ Jesus.

Like David, I declare, “I will fear no evil.”

   Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I know that You are with me; Your rod and Your staff comfort me (Psalm 23:4). I am not alone in the dark places of life. You are my guide, my protector, and my deliverer.

I declare courage and boldness in Jesus’ name.

   Like Joshua, I choose to be strong and courageous. I will not be terrified or discouraged, for the Lord my God is with me wherever I go (Joshua 1:9). I step forward in faith, not backward in fear.

I speak to every spirit of fear and anxiety:

   You have no authority over my mind, emotions, or future. I break every chain of mental torment and fear-based thinking. According to 1 John 4:18, “There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear.” I receive the perfect love of the Father, and I allow it to drive out every trace of fear in my life.

Lord, fill me with peace and hope.

   Let faith arise in my heart. Let courage flood my soul. Let Your Word be my daily anchor. I choose to walk by faith and not by sight (2 Corinthians 5:7). I choose to believe Your truth more than my feelings.

Thank You, Lord, for delivering me from fear.

   From this day forward, I walk in confidence, covered in Your love, and guided by Your Spirit. I will not fear what tomorrow holds, for I know who holds tomorrow.

   In Jesus’ name, Amen.