One of the most important things to learn in this life is how to overcome fear. God doesn’t want us to fear but to trust Him which He tells us again and again in the Bible. Whether you are experiencing fear of what the future might hold, fear of death, or even just fear of people, you probably experienced how crippling fear can actually be. Memorizing Bible verses is one of the best tools we have to overcome fear and live a victorious life free of those chains. Here are 10 of the top verses about fear to learn and use.

2 Timothy 1:7

“For God has not given us a spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.”

Isaiah 41:10

“Fear not; for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

Deuteronomy 31:6

“Be strong and of good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not fail you, nor forsake you.”

Joshua 1:9

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid , nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

Psalm 34:4

“I sought the Lord, and He heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.”

john 14:27

“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”

Psalm 27:3

“Though an army may encamp against me, my heart shall not fear; Though war may rise against me, In this I will be confident.”

matthew 10:31

“Do not fear therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.”

Proverbs 29:25

“The fear of man brings a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord shall be safe.”

Psalm 23:4

“Yea, 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.”

I 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.”

psalm 46:1-3

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, even though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though its waters roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with its swelling.”

hebrews 13:6

“So we may boldly say: The Lord is my helper; I will not fear. What can man do to me?”

psalm 56:3-4

“Whenever I am afraid, I will trust in You. In God I will praise His word, in God I have put my trust; I will not fear. What can flesh do to me?”

Mark 5:36

“Do not be afraid; only believe.”

Psalm 27:1

“The lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”