Seven verses to help you calm your anxious thoughts. 1. “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” - Psalm 56:3 2. “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you…Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” - John 14:27 3. “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” - 1 Peter 5:7 4. “When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.” - Psalm 94:19 5. “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” - Matthew 11:28-30 6. “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” - Isaiah 26:3 7. “Do not be anxious about anything…the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” - Philippians 4:6-7

The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me? - Hebrews 13:6

(1) Even though I walk through the valley... (2) of the shadow of death... (3) I will fear no evil (4) for you are with me (5) your rod and your staff, they comfort me. - Psalm 23:4

How to be brave today. (1) Remember God has a unique mission for you. It won't look like others' missions, so you don't have to be like them. (2) God has already equipped you for that mission. (3) God is for you, so nobody can be against you. (4) Love covers a multitude of mistakes. Even if you mess up in your bravery, if you're doing it in love, people will sense that love and forgive you quickly.