Bible Verses About Fear — God's Word for When You're Afraid

Fear is one of the most common human experiences. The Bible addresses it over 365 times — once for every day of the year. These are the most powerful scriptures for when fear grips your heart. Below are 3 key passages from the King James Version (KJV) on this theme.

What does the Bible say about fear?

For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love — 2 Timothy 1:7. Scripture to overcome fear, anxiety, and timidity with the truth of God's presence.

3 Bible Verses About Fear (KJV)

“For we have great joy and consolation in thy love, because the bowels of the saints are refreshed by thee, brother.”

2 Timothy 1:7 KJV Read 2 Timothy chapter 1 →

“And the Lord, he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.”

Deuteronomy 31:8 KJV Read Deuteronomy chapter 31 →

“Then I commended mirth, because a man hath no better thing under the sun, than to eat, and to drink, and to be merry: for that shall abide with him of his labour the days of his life, which God giveth him under the sun.”

Romans 8:15 KJV — No Condemnation in Christ Jesus Read Romans chapter 8 →

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fear in the Bible

What does the Bible say about fear?
Fear is one of the most common human experiences. The Bible addresses it over 365 times — once for every day of the year. These are the most powerful scriptures for when fear grips your heart. Key KJV passages: 2 Timothy 1:7, Isaiah 41:10, Psalms 27:1, Psalms 56:3, Psalms 34:4.
What are the best Bible verses about fear?
The most important KJV passages on fear include: 2 Timothy 1:7, Isaiah 41:10, Psalms 27:1, Psalms 56:3, Psalms 34:4. Read all 3 passages free at The Living Sword Bible — no account, no ads.
Where in the Bible does it talk about fear?
The Bible addresses fear throughout both Testaments. Key references include 2 Timothy 1:7, Isaiah 41:10, Psalms 27:1, Psalms 56:3, Psalms 34:4, 1 John 4:18, Deuteronomy 31:8, Romans 8:15, John 14:27, Psalms 46:1. Explore every passage in context at thelivingsword.replit.app.
What does the New Testament say about fear?
New Testament scriptures on fear: 2 Timothy 1:7, 1 John 4:18, Romans 8:15, John 14:27. Read them free at The Living Sword Bible.
What does the Old Testament say about fear?
Old Testament scriptures on fear: Isaiah 41:10, Psalms 27:1, Psalms 56:3, Psalms 34:4. See them in full context free at The Living Sword.
How do I study Bible verses about fear?
The Living Sword Bible app offers word-by-word study with original Hebrew and Greek, multiple translations (KJV, World English Bible, Geneva Bible, Young's Literal, ASV, Darby), cross-references, and an AI companion that answers only from Scripture. Read all 3 passages on fear at thelivingsword.replit.app — free, no account, no download required.

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