Words for the moments when you’re afraid, from people who knew fear well.
Haven’t I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”Joshua 1:9
The LORD is my light and my salvation. Whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life. Of whom shall I be afraid?Psalm 27:1
For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.2 Timothy 1:7
When I am afraid, I will put my trust in you.Psalm 56:3
But now the LORD who created you, Jacob, and he who formed you, Israel, says: “Don’t be afraid, for I have redeemed you. I have called you by your name. You are mine.Isaiah 43:1
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you, and through the rivers, they will not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned, and flame will not scorch you.Isaiah 43:2
There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear has punishment. He who fears is not made perfect in love.1 John 4:18