A sound mind is a gift from God that helps us make wise decisions and remain calm in challenging times. The Bible provides guidance on cultivating a clear and focused mind. Today, we’ll explore verses that encourage peace, self-control, and trust in God.
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Bible Verses About Sound Mind
2 Timothy 1:7 – God has given us a spirit of power, love, and sound mind
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” – 2 Timothy 1:7
Philippians 4:7 – Peace of God will guard our hearts and minds
“And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:7
Romans 12:2 – Transformation through renewal of our mind
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” – Romans 12:2
Isaiah 26:3 – Perfect peace for those whose minds are steadfast
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” – Isaiah 26:3
Colossians 3:2 – Set our minds on things above
“Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.” – Colossians 3:2
Proverbs 23:7 – As a man thinks, so he is
“For as he thinks in his heart, so is he. ‘Eat and drink!’ he says to you, but his heart is not with you.” – Proverbs 23:7
1 Peter 1:13 – Prepare your minds for action
“Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be sober-minded; set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.” – 1 Peter 1:13
James 1:5 – Ask God for wisdom to use our minds rightly
“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him.” – James 1:5
Isaiah 41:10 – God strengthens us, easing our anxious thoughts
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” – Isaiah 41:10
Psalm 119:15 – Meditate on God’s precepts for clarity of mind
“I will meditate on your precepts and fix my eyes on your ways.” – Psalm 119:15
Proverbs 4:23 – Guard our hearts and minds diligently
“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” – Proverbs 4:23
Ephesians 4:23 – Be renewed in the spirit of our mind
“To be made new in the attitude of your minds.” – Ephesians 4:23
Galatians 5:22-23 – Fruits of the Spirit include self-control
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things, there is no law.” – Galatians 5:22-23
Psalm 139:14 – We are fearfully and wonderfully made
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” – Psalm 139:14
Matthew 22:37 – Love the Lord with all our mind
“Jesus replied: ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’” – Matthew 22:37
John 14:27 – Jesus gives us peace of mind
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” – John 14:27
Psalm 94:19 – When anxiety multiplies, God comforts us
“When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.” – Psalm 94:19
Matthew 6:34 – Do not be anxious about tomorrow
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” – Matthew 6:34
Romans 8:6 – Mind set on the Spirit is life and peace
“The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace.” – Romans 8:6
Isaiah 54:14 – Righteousness gives us great peace
“In righteousness you will be established: tyranny will be far from you; you will have nothing to fear. Terror will be far removed; it will not come near you.” – Isaiah 54:14
2 Corinthians 10:5 – Take captive every thought
“We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.” – 2 Corinthians 10:5
Hebrews 12:2 – Fix our eyes on Jesus
“Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him, he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” – Hebrews 12:2
Matthew 11:28-30 – Find rest for our souls in Christ
“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. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” – Matthew 11:28-30
Psalm 127:2 – God grants sleep to those He loves
“In vain, you rise early and stay up late, toiling for food to eat—for he grants sleep to those he loves.” – Psalm 127:2
Philippians 4:8 – Focus on whatever is true, noble, and right
“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” – Philippians 4:8
Proverbs 16:3 – Commit our plans to the Lord for success
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.” – Proverbs 16:3
Titus 2:7 – Be a model of good works in all things
“In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness.” – Titus 2:7
1 Corinthians 14:33 – God is not a God of confusion but of peace
“For God is not the author of confusion but of peace, as in all the churches of the saints.” – 1 Corinthians 14:33
Romans 15:13 – Fill us with joy and peace as we trust in Him
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” – Romans 15:13
Proverbs 12:25 – Anxiety weighs down the heart
“Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.” – Proverbs 12:25
Philippians 2:5 – Have the same mind as Christ
“In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 2:5