This collection of Bible verses addresses the anxieties that come with competition and performance. With wisdom from Scripture, athletes can find reassurance, encouragement, and the ability to refocus their minds and hearts on what truly matters, enabling them to overcome challenges and play with confidence.
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.
When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you, not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.
When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.
Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, but a good word makes it glad.
You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.
Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.
Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles.
And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.
I sought the LORD, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears.
The LORD is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
Overhearing what they said, Jesus told him, Don’t be afraid; just believe.
There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.
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?
Set your mind on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
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.
Jesus looked at them and said, With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.
Famous and Strong Quotes about sports anxiety
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings.
The best way to find out if you can trust somebody is to trust them.
Nobody knows anything.
It's not whether you get knocked down, it's whether you get up.
You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated.
Finding Peace in the Midst of Competition
Dear Lord,
As I step onto the field, court, or track, I bring before You my worries and fears. The pressure of performance sometimes overwhelms me, and anxiety clouds my mind. I pray for Your calming presence to fill my heart.
Grant me the strength to trust in the abilities You have given me. Help me to focus on the joy of the game rather than the fear of failure. Remind me that each moment is an opportunity to grow and learn.
As I strive to do my best, let my spirit be anchored in Your love. Help me to remember that my worth is not defined by my achievements but by my identity in You.
In moments of doubt, may I find solace in Your promises. Encourage my teammates and uplift those around me, so together we can celebrate the gift of sport.
Thank You for the chance to play and for the lessons learned through each experience. I place my anxieties in Your hands, confident in Your guidance and support.
Amen.