More Bible Passages About Anxiety
Psalm 23:4 “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
Romans 8:38-39 “For I am convinced that neither death nor life…nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
Fear can make teens feel disconnected or unloved. This verse reassures them that no matter what happens, God’s love holds them securely.
Matthew 11:28-30 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
Replace Panic With God’s Peace
Youth leaders don’t need all the answers to fix teen anxiety. But you do have access to the Word of God, which brings light into darkness and calm into chaos. Use these Scriptures not just as “quick fixes,” but as spiritual lifelines for developing lasting faith.
In your youth ministry, build a culture that welcomes honest conversations about mental health. Invite prayerful responses to anxiety, keeping Jesus at the center. Remind teens over and over: They are not alone. God is with them, and his peace is real.
