Fear has such a profound impact on one’s life. In fact, it’s close to a pandemic because it affects you physically, emotionally, spiritually, and mentally — in all aspects.
You could just be going about your duties but suddenly develop unexplainable anxiety for different reasons, known or not.
Predicting how your life goes and what happens around you is nearly impossible in this troublesome and busy world. The only thing you should never forget is that God is greater than whatever fearful situation.
Through these five blessing prayers, you can seek His reassurance and strength to overcome.
Before you even start, save these Guardian Angel prayers for protection.
1) Short Prayer to Overcome Fear
“Heavenly Father,
Thank You for the gift of life and good health. However, it has not been easy lately because I’m filled with unimaginable fear.
I am so scared, and I don’t understand the cause (specify the reason if you know).
Please grant me the courage to overcome this situation before it escalates. Again, protect me from circumstances that bring me anxiety and work Your way for me.
I ask this in Your glorious name. Amen.”
Original StAgnes.net prayer. Copying prohibited, except with source.
When God created you, He gave you a spirit of self-control, love, and power, not fear. As seen in 2 Timothy 1:7:
“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.”
So every time you feel like your day is full of uncertainty, remember this scripture that reminds you not made of that.
It could be something at your workplace, family, or personal; you have such an effective tool to help you face it with great strength. The above prayer can help you feel calmer and even think of a better solution to the problem.
However, you must have unwavering faith in the Lord to make your prayers more practical. You must also remain consistent with the prayers to evoke God’s power over you.
2) Miracle Prayer for Fear
“Glorious God,
I come before You with a troubled heart due to the fear creeping into my mind and heart lately. Honestly, I haven’t been as productive as before, and some of my responsibilities have started to feel like a burden.
I bring this fear that is costing me my happiness to You, asking You to take it away from me. I pray for the energy to maneuver across challenging encounters confidently and not worry about them.
In Jesus’ name, I pray and believe. Amen.”
Original StAgnes.net prayer. Copying prohibited, except with source.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” — Philippians 4:6.
Yes, that’s it! It would help to never worry about your fears, regardless of how deep they feel. Instead, just talk to God about it, and He will make a way for you.
Sometimes, it may get overwhelming, but not facing it would worsen things.
Do not hide yourself from it, but confidently go before the Lord, praying for His intervention. Again, never feel ashamed to speak your worries through prayer, for God never misjudges.
Also try these miracle prayers for panic attacks.
3) Prayer to Overcome Fear and Anxiety
“Most Gracious God,
I am afraid and anxious and do not know what’s next. Everything around me seems not to be going well, making me uneasy. Lord, please send Your rescue upon me right now so I can overcome this feeling.
Remind me daily that You’re always with me, and I should not fear a thing. Grant me peace that’s beyond all understanding and fill me with hope.
Thank You, Father. Amen.”
Original StAgnes.net prayer. Copying prohibited, except with source.
We may not know what you’re going through right now to the extent of being so fearful and anxious. However, we are certain that God can walk you into victory if you cry unto Him.
It’s natural for humans to worry about different things, but there are levels of anxiety that aren’t healthy for you. For instance, you could be scared about something you have no control over.
Crying, ranting, or complaining to friends might continue depriving you of joy and peace of mind.
God assures you in Isaiah 41:10 not to be afraid because He is with you. Do not be discouraged, for He is your Lord. He will strengthen and help you. He will uphold you with His victorious right hand.
Save these miracle short prayers for stress at work.
4) Short Prayer For when You Are Scared
“Loving God,
Your Word tells me in Psalm 56:3 that when I am afraid, I should put my trust in You. Today, I draw near You to do exactly that about the fear I have been having lately.
I open myself to You, ready to receive Your guidance, love, and grace. Now that You’re by my side, You will guide me to the path of victory and restoration.
Please cast out all the fear right now and replace it with hope, faith, and encouragement.
In the name of Jesus, I pray and believe. Amen.”
Original StAgnes.net prayer. Copying prohibited, except with source.
The world may sometimes feel confusing due to the uncertainties surrounding us. If you’re like many people, you’ll often react with a sudden scare for what lies tomorrow.
During this worrying time, take some minutes to reflect upon the Word of God.
Speak Psalm 23:4 into your life every morning after praying:
“Even though I walk through the valleys of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You’re with me. Your rod and Your staff comfort me.”
If you’ve been looking for a short prayer to guide you when you feel scared, this one is a miracle worker!
5) Prayer against the Spirit of Fear
“Dear God,
There’s none like You! I bow before Your presence with a heavy heart as it’s packed with the spirit of fear. Lord, take up the wheel of my life and lead me to peace of mind and happiness like before.
I don’t like myself this way, but I know I have a God that lives. I call to You to strengthen me and shield me from negative forces. Free my heart and help me navigate through one thing at a time.
You’re glorified, O, Lord! Amen.”
Original StAgnes.net prayer. Copying prohibited, except with source.
Jesus was attacked by the spirit of fear in the garden of Gethsemane, for He knew what was awaiting Him. He called the Lord three times, asking Him:
“Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done.” (Luke 22:42) and an angel from heaven appeared to him and strengthened him.
This scripture shows that Christ had surrendered all His worries to the Lord. However, as you pray, remember to ask for God’s will to be done because sometimes we face fear for positive reasons.
Maybe God wants to take you from a hostile situation or remind you of His faithfulness but uses fear as the turning sign.
Whenever you detect a spirit of fear within you, it’s best to pray for God to reveal the hidden plans about it, it could be something you’ve been yearning for.
I believe you will also love these prayers for emotional healing.
Can I pray Whenever I’m Afraid?
Yes! You can say these prayers whenever you’re afraid about something. It doesn’t matter how petty or ‘exaggerated’ your concerns appear to your friends or colleagues; just be guaranteed that God can handle them all.
Still, you should be more consistent and develop a tradition of praying even when unafraid. As highlighted earlier, the world of today is packed with endless issues that often attract pack attacks, anxiety, and fear.
Therefore, your prayers will protect you from the adverse impacts of these circumstances long before they happen. They also boost your connection with the Lord, making you trust Him more.
What is the Best Time to Pray?
Fact: There’s no best time to pray to God about overcoming fear.
He is omnipotent and omniscient, meaning nothing exceeds His powers and knowledge. The Lord knows your worries even before you ask of Him; hence, you can do it any time of the day.
Even so, if you have something bothering your peace of mind, praying about it in the morning just after you’ve woken up is advisable.
This is because your mind is still focused, and you haven’t interacted with more contracting situations. Alternatively, praying for your fears in the evening prepares a better tomorrow than you experienced today.
Can I Pray More Than One Prayer?
A big yes! You can pray more than one prayer, maybe two, three, or all five prayers for overcoming fear.
In fact, feel free to add more, personalizing them to fit the unique issue you have anxiety about.
Psalms 66:19 assures us that “God has surely listened and has heard my prayer.” The scripture doesn’t limit how many prayers God can listen to, nor does it anywhere in the Bible.
Simply, you shouldn’t hold yourself back, either.
God Will Help You!
Fear is just a trick by the devil to drag you away from your life goals. Again, it could be a symbol from God to alert you about something you should examine deeper in your life for heavenly outcomes.
All in all, all humans are vulnerable to it, including the born-again Christians. Therefore, whenever you develop a sudden or recurrent uneasiness about something, you shouldn’t question your faith but embark on a trip of prayers.
Prayers are the most rewarding among all the tactics for combating unrest in life, like therapy, peer counseling, time-out, meditation, remaining positive, and learning more.
