We all go through times of stress and need someone who we can look to for relief. Some choose a best friend, others choose music, but I choose God. Throughout life, I’ve faced many challenges along the way that have tried my faith. If it weren’t for the help of Jesus, along with many bible verses, my life would be in a downhill spiral. Here are a few verses that I’ve compiled that have helped me throughout the years.

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.”

Growing up I’ve always been afraid that I won’t accomplish my set goals, but when I go back and read this verse, it brings me the certainty that the Lord is giving me the hope that I need to get through.

Romans 8:31 & Deuteronomy 31:6

“…If God is for us, who can be against us?”

“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 nor forsake you.”

When I catch myself feeling knocked down by the things of the world, I just read these verses and they get me through anything. The fear is immediately gone when I think about how the Lord is always there for me which allows me to be a stronger person even when I’m feeling my weakest.

Matthew 6:14

“For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly father will also forgive you.”

I find this verse to be one of the hardest things to understand. Often times, people are not so easy to forgive, and I’m guilty of this as well.

Matthew 6:27 & Matthew 6:34

“Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life? Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”

Often times I find myself worrying about so many things such as whether or not I will pass my next chemistry test or worrying how long a loved one will still be here on Earth. I’ve realized from reading these verses that it does no good to worry at all and that I should be happy with today and try not to think about tomorrow.

These are just a few verses that have helped me, although, there have been numerous others. With all this stress and anxiety filling my life, I must keep reminding myself to redirect my thudding heart to God and remember that He is in control.