10 Promises for When our Faith Flickers and Anxiety Rises

It’s easy to focus on what feels overwhelming, and as soon as my thoughts center on this, my faith flickers and my anxiety rises. Therefore, I’m reminded how vital it is for our hearts and our families to stay centered on God’s promises so we can stand firm during this season.

I’m learning ten promises for when our faith flickers and anxiety rises – but before we look at these, it is important to know what to do with these promises.  

1. Remember to test your feelings with truth. You can feel like God has abandoned you, but that does not mean it’s true. One can feel like God is not good, but the truth of God’s goodness doesn’t change. Our feelings are simply indicators of pain; they do not modify the truth of who God is or what He says He will do.

2. Ask God to allow a promise to resonate in your heart. Use the following Scriptures as a starting point, and dive deeper into Scripture by doing a Google search for more verses related to your struggle. God’s promises may not feel true. If that’s the case, ask God to help you feel that truth. God is faithful, and He will direct your heart and mind to a promise if you ask Him to. 

3. Don’t settle for only reading these promises, meditate on the verse. Repeat it over and over, thinking about each word. Let God’s words soak into your heart. Post the promise somewhere that you can continue to see and think about this verse as you go throughout your day.

Promises For When Our Faith Flickers and Anxiety Rises

Don’t panic. I’m with you. There’s no need to fear for I’m your God. I’ll give you strength. I’ll help you.  I’ll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you. 

Isaiah 41:10 MSG

Cast your cares on the Lord and he will never let the righteous be shaken. 

Psalm 55:22 NIV

Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. 

Philippians 4:7 NLT

When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown. When you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be burned up; the flames will not consume you.

Isaiah 43:2 NLT

The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease.  Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning. 

Lamentations 3:22-23 NLT

So we will not fear when earthquakes come and the mountains crumble into the sea. God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. 

Psalms 46:1-2

So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and do not panic before them. For the Lord your God will personally go ahead of you. He will neither fail you nor abandon you.”

Deuteronomy 31:6 NLT

And I will give you treasures hidden in the darkness—secret riches. I will do this so you may know that I am the Lord, the God of Israel, the one who calls you by name. 

Isaiah 45:3 NLT

For I hold you by your right hand—I the Lord your God. And I say to you, ‘Don’t be afraid. I am here to help you. 

Isaiah 41:13 NLT

Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty. This I declare about the Lord: He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is my God, and I trust Him. For he will rescue you from every trap and protect you from deadly disease. He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection. 

Psalms 91:1-4 NLT

Wife Step: Pray this promise, and thank God for what He is doing and what He is going to do. Friend, there are moments when it is difficult to see God at work. Right now, amid fears and overwhelming life changes, we can claim His promises, and have confidence He is with us and is at work.

Karen lives in Madison, Alabama with her husband and three children. Karen has served as Preschool and Children’s Pastor and has been involved in women’s ministry for many years leading small groups, making hospital visits, organizing retreats, and encouraging the hearts of women. Karen now blogs at Glimpses of Faith and Struggles.  What started out as a way to communicate medical facts has become a place where Karen uses life experiences to encourage others in their life journey.  When she’s not busy caring for her family or writing, you might find her cooking or crafting.