What is a good bible verse for mental health?

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Do not worry about anything; rather, in everything, through prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. The Bible shows a beautiful narrative of a relational and omnipresent God, abundant in love and grace within the pain of each person. Read these passages of Scripture related to mental illness and find comfort in those who created you and want you to experience freedom.

While I'm still having difficult days, I work as a mental health advocate in my community to promote local resources and eliminate stigma. This particular verse helps calm my anxiety because, even though I fear the unknown, I know that God is with me and has already planned my life. So what does the Bible say about mental health? First, the Bible shows examples, as in the Psalms, of despair and distress.

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Reginald Thomson

Reverend Thomson is a pastor and Bible scholar with over 10 years of experience in ministry and biblical studies. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Religious Studies, a Master of Divinity degree. As a Bible scholar, Rev Thomson has published numerous articles and books on various topics in biblical studies, including hermeneutics, exegesis, and biblical theology. He is widely respected for his expertise in the original languages of the Bible, and he is frequently invited to speak at conferences and seminars on biblical scholarship. He loves working with his church youth group. He is a frequent guest on the Scripture for Todaypodcast.