Bible Verses about “depression”
The Bible contains 18 verses about depression across both Old and New Testaments. These scriptures offer guidance and inspiration for your spiritual journey.
“Don't be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God.”
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future.”
“In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.”
“Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don't lean on your own understanding.”
“In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.”
“Don't you be afraid, for I am with you. Don't be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.”
“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.”
“casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.”
“Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit.”
“"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest.”
“Even 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.”
“The righteous cry, and Yahweh hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles.”
“Anxiety in a man's heart weighs it down, but a kind word makes it glad.”
“For his anger is but for a moment. His favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may stay for the night, but joy comes in the morning.”
“Yahweh will also be a high tower for the oppressed; a high tower in times of trouble.”
“Cause me to hear your loving kindness in the morning, for I trust in you. Cause me to know the way in which I should walk, for I lift up my soul to you.”
“Nevertheless, he who comforts the lowly, God, comforted us by the coming of Titus;”
“Hurry to answer me, Yahweh. My spirit fails. Don't hide your face from me, so that I don't become like those who go down into the pit.”