Philippians 4:6
Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
King James Version
World English Bible (WEB)
In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.
American Standard Version (ASV)
In nothing be anxious; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
What this verse means
The antidote to anxiety is a specific practice: pray about everything, with thanksgiving.
A short prayer
Lord, instead of worrying, I bring You this situation with thanks. Guard my heart and mind.
Read in context — Philippians 4
4Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice.
5Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand.
6Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
7And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
8Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
Related verses
“But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”Philippians 4:19
“Commit thy works unto the Lord, and thy thoughts shall be established.”Proverbs 16:3
“The name of the Lord is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.”Proverbs 18:10
“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.”Proverbs 3:5
“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.”Psalms 23:4