In moments of uncertainty, turmoil, or anxiety, finding solace and strength in the Word of God can be profoundly comforting. The King James Version (KJV) of the Bible, with its timeless language and profound wisdom, offers a wealth of verses that speak directly to the challenges of maintaining mental health in a chaotic world for adults as well as the youth. Here are 40 scriptures from the King James Version that can provide encouragement, hope, and peace during times of struggle:
1. “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.” – Psalm 23:1
2. “Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.” – Psalm 55:22
3. “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28
4. “Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.” – Philippians 4:6
5. “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” – John 14:27
6. “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” – 2 Timothy 1:7
7. “But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.” – Isaiah 40:31
8. “The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.” – Psalm 34:18
9. “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” – Proverbs 3:5-6
10. “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” – Romans 8:28
11. “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” – Philippians 4:13
12. “The LORD is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him.” – Nahum 1:7
13. “The righteous cry, and the LORD heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.” – Psalm 34:17
14. “Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD.” – Psalm 31:24
15. “For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.” – Romans 8:18
16. “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” – 1 Peter 5:7
17. “For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints.” – 1 Corinthians 14:33
18. “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.” – Isaiah 26:3
19. “He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.” – Psalm 147:3
20. “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith.” – Galatians 5:22
21. “I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.” – Psalm 34:4
22. “In the multitude of my thoughts within me thy comforts delight my soul.” – Psalm 94:19
23. “And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:7
24. “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.” – Jeremiah 29:11
25. “The LORD will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O LORD, endureth for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands.” – Psalm 138:8
26. “Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God.” – Psalm 43:5
27. “For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory.” – 2 Corinthians 4:17
28. “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
29. “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” – Romans 8:28
30. “For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.” – Psalm 30:5
31. “My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.” – Psalm 73:26
32. “The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.” – Psalm 29:11
33. “The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way.” – Psalm 37:23
34. “Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.” – Isaiah 41:10
35. “But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.” – Psalm 3:3
36. “For he hath not despised nor abhorred the affliction of the afflicted; neither hath he hid his face from him; but when he cried unto him, he heard.” – Psalm 22:24
37. “But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.” – 1 Peter 5:10
38. “And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:7
39. “I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety.” – Psalm 4:8
40. “And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.” – Colossians 3:15-17
