Favorate Verses

Posted on December 15, 2024December 17, 2024 by jakirkgasser10439

Favorate Verses To Leverage

This is a compilation of popular verses to leverage when facing common challenges.

Click on a topic in the table below to jump to the verses for that topic, Or scroll down to go topic by topic.

Fear	Loneliness	Temptation	Anger	Health Issues
Anxiety	Depression	Addiction	Forgiveness	Financial Issues
Worry	Self-Worth	Guilt / Shame	Relationships	Grief
Stress	Doubt

Challenge

Reference

Verse

Fear

Isaiah 41:10	“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
Psalm 23:4	“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
2 Timothy 1:7	“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”
Joshua 1:9	“Have 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.”
1 John 4:18	“There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect in love.”

Anxiety

Philippians 4:6-7	“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Matthew 6:34	“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”
1 Peter 5:7	“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
Psalm 94:19	“When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.”

Worry

Jeremiah 29:11	“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Proverbs 3:5-6	“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
Matthew 6:25-26	“Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?”
Isaiah 41:13	“For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.”

Stress	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.”
	Psalm 55:22	“Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.”
	Isaiah 26:3	“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”
	John 14:27	“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.”

Financial	Philippians 4:19	“And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.”
	Matthew 6:31-33	“So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”
	Proverbs 3:9-10	“Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine.”
	2 Corinthians 9:8	“And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.”

Anger	James 1:19-20	My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.”
	Ephesians 4:26	“In your anger do not sin: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry.”
	Proverbs 15:1	“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.”
	Proverbs 29:11	“Fools give full vent to their rage, but the wise bring calm in the end.”

Forgiveness	Ephesians 4:32	“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”
	Matthew 6:14-15	“For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.”
	Colossians 3:13	“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”
	Luke 6:37	“Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.”

Relationships	Colossians 3:13	“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”
	1 Corinthians 13:4-7	“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.”
	Ephesians 4:2-3	“Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.”
	Romans 12:18	“If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.”

Loneliness	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.”
	Psalm 25:16	“Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted.”
	Isaiah 41:13	“For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.”
	John 14:18	“I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.”

Depression	Psalm 42:11	“Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.”
	Matthew 11:28-30	“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
	Isaiah 40:31	“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
	2 Corinthians 12:9	“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.”

Self-Worth	Psalm 139:13-14	“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”
	Ephesians 2:10	“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
	Jeremiah 1:5	“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”
	1 Peter 2:9	“But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.”

Addiction	1 Corinthians 10:13	“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.”
	Galatians 5:1	“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.”
	Romans 6:12	“Therefore do not let sin reign in your mortal body so that you obey its evil desires.”
	John 8:36	“So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.”

Temptation	1 Corinthians 10:13	“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.”
	Matthew 26:41	“Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.”
	Hebrews 2:18	“Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.”
	James 4:7	“Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”

Guilt/Shame	1 John 1:9	“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.”
	Romans 8:1	“Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”
	Hebrews 10:22	“Let us draw near to God with a sincere heart and with the full assurance that faith brings, having our hearts sprinkled to cleanse us from a guilty conscience.”
	Psalm 32:5	“Then I acknowledged my sin to you and did not cover up my iniquity. I said, ‘I will confess my transgressions to the Lord.’ And you forgave the guilt of my sin.”

Health Issues	James 5:14-15	“Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up.”
	Isaiah 53:5	“But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.”
	Psalm 103:2-3	“Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits—who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases.”
	3 John 1:2	“Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well.”

Doubt

Mark 9:24	“Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, ‘I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!'”
Proverbs 3:5-6	“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
James 1:6	“But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind.”
Mark 11:24	“Therefore I say to you, whatever things you ask when you pray, believe that you receive them, and you will have them.”

Grief

Psalm 34:18	“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
Matthew 5:4	“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.”
Job 12:10	“In His hand is the life of every living thing and the breath of all mankind.”
Revelation 21:4	“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”
2 Corinthians 1:3-4	“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles.”
Psalm 147:3	“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
Psalm 119:28	“My soul melts away for sorrow; strengthen me according to your word!”

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Fear Not

Posted on March 10, 2024March 13, 2024 by jakirkgasser10439

Do you experience fear? Well, Fear Not! ( a work in progress)

One of the most prominent exhortations or commands from God in the bible is to “Fear Not”. It appears dozens of times with various supporting messages.

Fear is an intense emotional reaction to conscious thoughts that something is likely to happen in the future and casue us significant harm, and we are alone and powerless to avoid it. There are several aspects of fear to understand: We are focused on something in the future that may or may not happen, We are assuming this future event will somehow cause us harm, We are facing it alone, and We are paralized and helpless to avoid what ever bad thing is going to happen.

God makes it very clear that His followers are not to fear and He addresses the key aspects of fear.

The future is not worth worrying about

He encourages us to focus on the present and not overly stress about what may or may not ever happen in the future.

“Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.” Matthew 6:34

He removes the sting from death, the ultimate risk to our earthly self

Everyone starts off with a fear of death, this earthly life will come to an end someday. 160,000 people die each day, many without notice. God gives us the promise of eternity with Him if we believe and put our trust in His son. Death at that point is no longer dreadful, it may not be something we look forward to, but it looses its’ eternal sting. It becomes just another essential transition on our journey; we were born into this life, born-again into a spiritual life when we accept Jesus, and we will be released into a heavenly life with Jesus when we are done with our body.

We are not facing life alone

If we love Him with all our heart, He with join us on our journey. God is love and He promises blessings and protection for those who love Him.

We are to trust Him with everything

We are completely and entirely dependant on Him. We can do nothing without him. With Him, anything is possible.

We are to partner with Him in our endeavors. Acknowledge Him with thanksgiving, Humbly ask for our needs, Trust that He will provide

We are to talk to Him, Discuss our intentions, Listen for His input, Follow where He leads. He will protect us from harm and provide what we need.

He works all things for Good

Undesired events are inevitalbe, but He works all tings for the good of those who love him. He makes lemonaid out of lemons. He helps us learn and grow through experiences.

We do not need to fear other people.

We don’t need to fear what other people can say or do to us.

The worst they can do is kill your earthly body. Our earthly life is temporary and we have the promise of eternity with Him in heaven, Not a bad outcome.

When you accept Jesus and His forgiveness in your heart, Guilt, Shame and Condemnation have no place to land.

When you deny yourself and embrace your new identity as a child of God, you become imune to verbal attack. You know that God sees you as holy and worthy.

We shift from focusing inward, to focusing on flowing love ot others

Fear turns our focus inward; What could happen to ME. When you deny yourself and focus on Jesus, you must deflate your ego, and you change your purpose. This life is not about me, it is about Jesus working through me for others. It is not about me, my reputation, the position I hold, what i deserve, or the things I have.

Acknowledging that God loves us, He is right here with us, He is working to help us, He works all things for our ultimate good if we love Him.

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“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41:10

For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, “Fear not, I am the one who helps you.” Isaiah 41:13

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9

“Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.” Deuteronomy 31:6

“It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.” Deuteronomy 31:8

“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” Psalm 23:4

“The Lord is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?” Psalm 118:6

“For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans 8:38-39

“You shall not fear them, for it is the Lord your God who fights for you.” Deuteronomy 3:22

Fear of God is constructive. You will face your maker on judgement day. You are accountable for your intentional thoughts, words and actions. You have sinned and need a savior. He loves you so much He sent His son. You show your love for Him by complying with His commandments. You repent and recommit to Him when you suffer temptation and fall short.

“Moses said to the people, ‘Do not fear, for God has come to test you, that the fear of him may be before you, that you may not sin.’” Exodus 20:20

Fear implies concern for some form of future punishment – Risk of harm to “me”. If I have denied myself and submitted myself to Jesus, nothing can actually harm me. I am defined by His love for me, I am a child of God, an adopted son. This body is just a temporary vessel, Nothing in this life is really mine, My life is not my own, I am just the custodian of things, My role here is to shine for the kingdom, I will join Him in heaven eventually, fear of death has no power over me.

“There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.” 1 John 4:18

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.” John 14:27

“But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.” Isaiah 43:1

“For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, ‘Abba! Father!’” Romans 8:15

“But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled,” 1 Peter 3:14

Fear of man or fear of the future will cause problems. You are focused on yourself and what might happen to you. You will start focusing more and more inward on yourself and the risks you face. You will put up strategies to protect yourself from those who could do harm to you, you will isolate yourself and drive wedges against others. God wants you to focus on the here and now, rather than the what ifs of the future. If you need something to happen now, ask Him and trust Him. If you see a risk in the future, pray for the right things to happen and for wisdom to navigate whatever challenges emerge and trust God to help you through whatever happens.

“The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe.” Proverbs 29:25

“Therefore, do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.” Matthew 6:34

“So we can confidently say, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?’” Hebrews 13:6

“Fear not, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” Luke 12:32

Dwell on the good stuff, pray with thanksgiving, and put your trust in Jesus

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. “Philippians 4:6-7

“Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things.” Philippians 4:8

Stay focused on God, What He has already done for us (Put us hear, Gave us gifts, Set His Son, Nurtured us, taught us, lead us), What he is doing for us right now (Working all things for our eventual good), and what He promises for the future (Strength, Peace, Joy, Hope and a bright future, Eternity with Him in heaven), If we put our trust in Him, we can help us set aside fear.

“When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul.” Psalm 94:19

“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” Psalm 56:3

“In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh do to me?” Psalm 56:4

“Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:6-7

“And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell.” Matthew 10:28

“Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7

“Of David. The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?” Psalm 27:1

“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” 2 Timothy 1:7

“I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears.” Psalm 34:4

“Say to those who have an anxious heart, ‘Be strong; fear not! Behold, your God will come with vengeance, with the recompense of God. He will come and save you.’” Isaiah 35:4

Example Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank you creating this place and putting me here. Jesus, thank you for being willing to come here and suffer and die for me. You gave your life ofr me, I hereby give my life to you.

You suffered and died so that I can have eternal life with you in heaven. I put my trust in you and no longer fear death.

You promise to work all things for the good of those who love you. I put my trust in you and no longer fear the future.

You promise to do what I need, If I pray in humility and suplicaiton. I put my trust in you to fill my needs.

You promise to never leave me or foresake me. I put my trust in you and no longer fear the present.

You promise to teach me and guide if I listen and follow. I put my trust in you to lead me.

You promise to give me strenght and uphold me. I put my trust in you to help me.

You promise to give me peace and joy when i fully embrace you and your holy spirit. I put my trust in you and invite the Holy spirit into me.

You promise to transform me, if I submit myself to you. I put my trust in you and ask you to mold me.

You promise to perfect your love as it flows through me to others. I trust you to purge all fear as love fills me and flows out ot others.

Lord, help me replace any and all remaining fear with complete trust in you and your promises.

I speak this in Jesus name to give glory to the Father and to shine as a beacon for the kingdom.

Favorate Verses To Leverage

This is a compilation of popular verses to leverage when facing common challenges.

Click on a topic in the table below to jump to the verses for that topic, Or scroll down to go topic by topic.

Challenge

Reference

Verse

Fear

Anxiety

Worry

Stress

Financial

Anger

Forgiveness

Relationships

Loneliness

Depression

Self-Worth

Addiction

Temptation

Guilt/Shame

Health Issues