Fear NOT!: 15 Powerful Bible Verses During the COVID-19 Pandemic

I wanted to take the time and effort to craft a thoughtful response to you regarding COVID-19 AKA Coronavirus. This global pandemic is something we’ve never seen and quite frankly is wreaking havoc – not only on our physical bodies but our minds and spirits as well. So how do we as Believers “FEAR NOT”?

During this pandemic or any crisis for that matter we want to have a faith-filled, Christ Follower perspective.

As Believers, we are called to a higher standard…

• what may be a surprise to the world is NOT a surprise to God
• what may be a crisis in the world is OPPORTUNITY to God
• what may look like chaos in the world, looks like ORDER to God.

So how do we take that same perspective? How do we, as Believers, walk in faith and boldness while others are cowering in fear?

We remain safe and cautious and not foolish…We protect ourselves and our loved ones – but we also have the mind of God.

If you’re feeling worried, afraid or anxious – it’s okay – we’re going to have those feelings – the idea however is to not allow yourself to be controlled by them.

Here are few things to keep in mind during this time:

• In renewing your mind daily, remind yourself that God is in control. (Romans 12:2)
• You have the Spirit of Power, Love and a Sound mind – therefore, the spirit of fear cannot win. (2 Timothy 1:7)
• You have dominion over fear – don’t allow it to have dominion over you. (Psalm 8:6)

Below are some verses of scripture to help you focus on God and his Power, Love, Protection and Provision during this time…Feel free to download, screenshot or save the images to share it others.

5 Verses for Overcoming Fear and Uncertainty:

Read these verses of scripture when you’re feeling worried, anxious or afraid – recite these verses aloud, pray with them and meditate on them.

1. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9
2. 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? Psalm 27:1
3. What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? Romans 8:31
4. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6
5. Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident. Psalm 27:3

For more check out our 31 Day Bible Reading Plan for Overcoming Fear.

5 Verses for God’s Protection and Provision:

For those of you who may be going through layoffs or job loss or your pay may be impacted, below are verses about God’s protection and provision

1. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1
2. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. 2 Corinthians 4:8-9
3. He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? Romans 8:32
4. So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. Matthew 6:31-32
5. The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. Psalm 23:1

5 Verses for Healing:

If you or any one you know has contracted COVID-19 (or any disease for that matter) here are 5 verses to meditate and pray with.

1. My son, attend to my words; consent and submit to my sayings. Let them not depart from your sight; keep them in the center of your heart. For they are life to those who find them, healing and health to all their flesh. Proverbs 4:20-22
2. He sent out his word and healed them; he rescued them from the grave. Psalm 107:20
3. And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven. Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. James 5:15-16
4. Worship the Lord your God, and his blessing will be on your food and water. I will take away sickness from among you. Exodus 23:25
5. I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you. Luke 19:10

It’s my sincere prayer that you stay healthy and safe through out this season – and always keep in mind our God still sits on the throne!