Short Prayer for Anxiety
Whatever you're going through right now, you don't have to face it alone. This prayer for short anxiety is here to help you bring it to God.
30-Second Prayer
Heavenly Father, in moments when anxiety overwhelms me, I seek Your peace. Remind me that You are with me, calming my heart and mind. Help me to trust in Your love and to cast all my cares upon You, knowing You care for me. Fill me with Your comfort and strength, so I may find rest in Your presence. Thank You for being my refuge and my rock. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Full Prayer
Dear Lord, I come before You with a heart weighed down by anxiety. In this moment, I ask for Your peace that surpasses all understanding to guard my heart and mind. Remind me of Your constant presence and help me to trust in Your unfailing love. When my thoughts race and fear grips me, teach me to cast my cares upon You, knowing that You care deeply for me. Help me to remember that I am not alone, for You are my refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Fill me with Your Holy Spirit, that I may find comfort and courage to face each day. Guide me to seek Your wisdom and rest in Your promises, knowing that You work all things for the good of those who love You. Thank You, Lord, for being my rock and my salvation. I place my trust in You, confident that You will lead me through this storm. In the name of Jesus, my Savior, I pray. Amen.
Bible Verses (20)
“Do not be afraid, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.”
— Isaiah 41:10 (WEB)
“In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.”
— Philippians 4:6-7 (WEB)
“Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Each day's own evil is sufficient.”
— Matthew 6:34 (WEB)
“casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.”
— 1 Peter 5:7 (WEB)
“Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you; not as the world gives, give I to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, neither let it be fearful.”
— John 14:27 (WEB)
“You will keep whoever's mind is steadfast in perfect peace, because he trusts in you.”
— Isaiah 26:3 (WEB)
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
— Psalm 46:1 (WEB)
“For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.”
— 2 Timothy 1:7 (WEB)
“Be still, and know that I am God.”
— Psalm 46:10 (WEB)
“Heal me, O LORD, and I will be healed. Save me, and I will be saved, for you are my praise.”
— Jeremiah 17:14 (WEB)
“The prayer of faith will heal the sick, and the Lord will raise him up. If he has committed sins, he will be forgiven.”
— James 5:15 (WEB)
“Praise the LORD, my soul, and forget not all his benefits — who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases.”
— Psalm 103:2-3 (WEB)
“But he was pierced for our transgressions. He was crushed for our iniquities. The punishment that brought our peace was on him; and by his wounds we are healed.”
— Isaiah 53:5 (WEB)
“I am the LORD who heals you.”
— Exodus 15:26 (WEB)
“Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be healthy, even as your soul prospers.”
— 3 John 1:2 (WEB)
“Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest.”
— Matthew 11:28 (WEB)
“He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds.”
— Psalm 147:3 (WEB)
“He will wipe away from them every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more; neither will there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain, any more.”
— Revelation 21:4 (WEB)
“We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, for those who are called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28 (WEB)
“I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.”
— Philippians 4:13 (WEB)
How to Pray This Right Now
- 1
Find a quiet place where you can focus. Take a few slow breaths.
- 2
Read through the prayer above for short anxiety, or say it in your own words.
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Sit quietly for a moment after praying. Let God's peace settle over you.