Devotions

Psalms 139:23 Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts.  When I first read this verse I wondered what was meant by “test me.” It seemed out of place […]

Psalms 56:3 When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. If anyone had reason to be stressed out and filled with anxiety, it would be David. When reading his story, it is hard […]

Philippians 4:13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength.  This is a great verse. It is very empowering and encouraging for believers. It is a widely used verse and a popular […]

Joshua 1:9 Hae I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. There is nothing more […]

  Proverbs 12:25 Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.  A truer statement has never been said. Anxiety indeed weighs us down. Anyone who has ever felt anxiety (which is […]

John 14:27 Peace I leave you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.  Jesus knew […]

Romans 8:39 neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Yesterday this verse was referenced […]

Isaiah 43:1 But now, this is what the Lord says – he who created you, Jacob, he who formed you, Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; […]

2 Thessalonians 3:16 Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.  This verse comes from the second letter Paul […]

2 Timothy 1:7 For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love, and self-discipline. Anxiety and stress can be quite the challenge to overcome. As a person with […]

Psalms 94:19 When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.  What do you do when anxiety becomes great within you? If you are anything like me you probably drown in the emotions […]

Psalms 4:8 In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety. Can you imagine being hunted down by a crazy king and constantly running for your life […]

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. Sometimes it is difficult […]

James 5:13 Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy? Let them sing songs of praise. When faced with anxiety your first reaction is probably not to pray. But it should […]

1 Peter 5:7 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. Our God loves us and wants what is best for us. But He cannot help us if we cling to the […]