In the tough times we face, it’s like being caught in a never-ending storm where everything feels heavy and overwhelming. But guess what? We have something incredible to hold on to—God’s promises. The Bible verses below (5 from the Old Testament and 5 from the New Testament) are powerful reminders that, even when life gets tough, we’re not alone. God, who loves us like a caring Shepherd and our ultimate Savior, says, “Cast all your anxieties on Him because He cares for you.”

So, dive into these Bible verses, read them several times, pray, and share them with others who are also facing tough challenges.

In the middle of the darkest and most difficult times, these verses show us how to find strength that goes beyond what we can figure out. In other words, we don’t need to ask God (even though we all do). Why is this happening to me? But instead, we put our trust in Him and praise Him because God is with us, and all things work together for good for those who love God.

God’s word is our source of peace, reminding us that even when things look like there is no way out of the storm, God is right there to help and comfort us. Let’s use these verses as a guide, trusting that God’s got our backs through every tough moment.

Old Testament

1. Psalm 34:17–18

“The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears,
And delivers them out of all their troubles.
The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart,
And saves such as have a contrite spirit.”

2. 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.”

3. 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.”

4. Jeremiah 29:11

“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord,
thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

5. Psalm 46:1–2

“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.”

New Testament

1. Matthew 11:28–30

“Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden,
and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me,
for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”

2. Philippians 4:6-7

“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.”

3. John 14:27

“Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you;
not as the world gives do I give to you.
Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”

4. Romans 8:28

“And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God,
to those who are the called according to His purpose.”

5. 2 Corinthians 1:3–4

“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies
and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation,
that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble,
with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.”