Prayers for Anxiety

A Prayer for Calm

"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." - 1 Peter 5:7

Gentle Father, I come to You as my mind feels overwhelmed today, and my heart beats heavily with worry and uncertainty. I ask You to draw me deeper into Your peaceful presence, where anxious thoughts grow quiet and still. Remind me with Your tender voice that You hold all my tomorrows, and Your unfailing love surrounds me in this very moment. Help me to breathe in Your perfect peace and exhale these consuming fears, finding rest in Your embrace. Amen.

A Prayer for Trust

"When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy." - Psalm 94:19

Loving Shepherd, in these moments when worries cloud my mind like a thick fog, I reach out to hold Your guiding hand. I pray that You would replace my persistent fears with unwavering faith, and transform my panic into Your perfect peace. Let Your eternal promises anchor my soul through these stormy thoughts that threaten to overwhelm me. I thank You for Your faithful presence, never leaving me to face these fears alone but walking beside me every step of the way. Amen.

A Prayer for Rest

"Peace I leave with 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." - John 14:27

Prince of Peace, in this moment of anxiety and unrest, I consciously choose to find my rest in Your loving presence. I ask You to calm my racing thoughts and still my restless heart with Your gentle touch. Let Your soothing peace flow through every part of my being like a gentle, cleansing stream. I thank You for being my secure refuge and safe harbor when worry tries to rule over my mind and heart. Help me to rest completely in Your perfect peace that surpasses all understanding. Amen.