Bible Verses About "What Does the Bible Say About Mental Health"
The Bible acknowledges emotional struggles like depression and anxiety, offers hope through God's presence, and encourages seeking help and community.
The Bible acknowledges emotional struggles like depression and anxiety, offers hope through God's presence, and encourages seeking help and community.
"The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit." — Psalm 34:18 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Does the Bible Say About Mental Health?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit."
"Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted in me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him for the help of his countenance."
"Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds."
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