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10 Bible Verses About Peace

Find peace in Scripture. Carefully selected Bible verses about peace — God's promised gift, the antidote to anxiety, and the mark of His presence.

By The Editorial Team

Verses sourced from the World English Bible (public domain). Selection follows our editorial policy. Last reviewed 2026-04-22. See all sources.

Peace in Scripture is often described as a divine gift and a state of tranquility that comes from God. It serves as an antidote to anxiety, encouraging believers to trust in Him. In John 14:27, Jesus promises His peace, which transcends worldly understanding, highlighting its significance in the life of a believer.

“Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you; not as the world gives, give I to you. Don’t let your heart be troubled, neither let it be fearful.”
— John 14:27 WEB

Few words appear in Scripture as often, or carry as much weight, as peace. It opens letters and closes them. It is what Christ leaves with His disciples on the night before His death. It is what the Holy Spirit produces in the lives of those who follow.

But Scripture’s peace is not what the world usually means by the word. It is not the quiet of an undisturbed life. It is the steadiness of a life that knows where it stands — even when everything else is moving. The verses below trace that peace through Old and New Testaments, in benediction and in promise.

10 verses

  1. 1

    “Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you; not as the world gives, give I to you. Don’t let your heart be troubled, neither let it be fearful.”

    — John 14:27 WEB

  2. 2

    “In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.”

    — Philippians 4:6-7 WEB

  3. 3

    “You will keep whoever’s mind is steadfast in perfect peace, because he trusts in you.”

    — Isaiah 26:3 WEB

  4. 4

    “Being therefore justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ;”

    — Romans 5:1 WEB

  5. 5

    “Yahweh will give strength to his people. Yahweh will bless his people with peace.”

    — Psalms 29:11 WEB

  6. 6

    “And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful.”

    — Colossians 3:15 WEB

  7. 7

    “For the mind of the flesh is death, but the mind of the Spirit is life and peace;”

    — Romans 8:6 WEB

  8. 8

    “‘Yahweh bless you, and keep you. Yahweh make his face to shine on you, and be gracious to you. Yahweh lift up his face toward you, and give you peace.’”

    — Numbers 6:24-26 WEB

  9. 9

    “casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.”

    — 1 Peter 5:7 WEB

  10. 10

    ““Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest.”

    — Matthew 11:28 WEB

For your week

Reflect

Peace in Scripture is not the absence of trouble — it is presence in trouble. Christ leaves it not as the world gives, momentary and contingent, but as a settled gift that holds when circumstances do not.

Pray

Lord, I receive the peace you offer. Where I have been guarding myself with anxiety, teach me to trust your nearness. Quiet what I cannot fix.

Apply

When anxiety rises this week, name one thing aloud: "Christ is with me." Return to it as often as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about peace?

Scripture treats peace as both a gift God provides and a posture believers cultivate. It comes through Christ (John 14:27), is rooted in trust (Isaiah 26:3), and serves as the antidote to anxiety when paired with prayer (Philippians 4:6-7).

How can I have peace in difficult times?

Scripture points to three practices: bring your cares to God in prayer rather than carrying them alone (1 Peter 5:7), keep your mind set on God's character and promises (Isaiah 26:3), and let Christ's peace rule in your relationships (Colossians 3:15).

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