Insecurity: 7 Verses for When You Doubt Yourself

Does insecurity hinder your progress? Most people get stuck at some point in their lives, but insecurity doesn’t have to control us. Read on for seven verses to encourage you today. 

So I’m supposed to give you a real-life story of a time when I felt insecure. I’m not sure I can do that. You see…my entire life has been characterized by the fear of failure—by a certainty that I could never measure up. With each milestone in life, insecurity has hindered my ability to perform my best. 

In elementary school, I was sure I couldn’t do the coursework in high school or college. 

Turning sixteen and driving by myself made me want to go back in time to less responsibility. 

Graduating high school and starting college was a time of feeling like I was doing something wrong that just hadn’t been discovered yet. 

Graduating college and the thought of looking for a job made me want to hide in a hole. I was certain I would not be able to do the job. 

A car accident several years ago has made me question my ability to drive ever since—confirmation that I’m not good enough. 

I’ll never be good enough. 

Insecurity: 7 Verses for When You Doubt Yourself | HISsparrowBlog

really? 

Do you remember the story of Gideon? I never have liked it, but it’s been on my mind lately. I haven’t even read it that recently, which means there’s a reason God keeps bringing up. 

If you’ll remember, Gideon was called by God to save the Israelites from Midianite oppression. His response? How could I save anyone being the least in my clan and my family?

Patiently, the LORD answers that He will be with Gideon. 

Gideon’s response: How about a sign? Never mind that he’s speaking face-to-face with an angel of the LORD.  

Sure.

Okay. Got it. Thanks. How about another one? 

Obviously, Gideon had a serious problem with insecurities. His story has always bothered me. He was so wishy washy. Get on with it, man!

Couldn’t he see that surely His creator had equipped him to do all He asked of him? What kind of sense does that make? 

Unfortunately, Gideon’s story is my own, too; I see myself in it and not in a good way. What I think is humbleness and meekness in myself is really just my insecurities blocking my trust of the One who is faithful to always walk with me, because to trust God is to trust what He’s said of me.   

It is to trust Him.

Verses for Insecurity

The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly. John 10:10 NASB
Know therefore that the LORD your God, He is God, the faithful God, who keeps His covenant and His faithfulness to a thousand generations for those who love Him and keep His commandments. Deuteronomy 7:9 NASB | HISsparrowBlog
Do not look at his appearance or at the height of his stature, because I have rejected him; for God sees not as man sees, for man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart. 1 Samuel 16:7 NASB | HISsparrowBlog
I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me. Galatians 2:20 NASB | HISsparrowBlog
For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not as a result of works, so that no one may boast. Ephesians 2:8-9 NASB | HISsparrowBlog
The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God stands forever. Isaiah 40:8 NASB
What does the LORD your God require from you, but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all His ways and love Him, and to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul. Deuteronomy 10:12 NASB | HISsparrowBlog

Insecurities have been such a big presence in my life for so long, but God is bigger. He’s been with me through all of them—patiently giving me signs of His faithfulness.

Has insecurity been an annoying presence in your life? What helps you? Let me know in the comments below. 


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This Post Has 20 Comments

  1. Suzette K.

    YES! I’m on the “I need security” bus with you, sister! But your post is a great reminder to trust God. I’m focusing on trusting God this month in my writing because I need to actually do it in real life. Thankfully, God already knows this about us. Through practice, I think we will learn to trust in His faithful provision and let our insecurity go.

  2. Donna

    Thank you, Ashley, these verses are powerful ammunition against the identity thief! I know I struggle often with insecurity and found encouragement today! Thank you!

  3. Joanne Viola

    Ashley, I have struggled with insecurity during the course of my life. It raises its head every now and then. You made such a powerful statement for which I am grateful >>> “Insecurities blocking our trust of the One who is faithful to always walk with us, because to trust God is to trust what He’s said of us.” May we walk in trust of His Presence in our lives.

    1. HISsparrowBlog

      I am consistently surprised when others struggle with insecurity—beautifully talented and strong people. I’m so glad you found encouragement today! Thank you for stopping in, Joanne!

  4. Lisa notes

    I really needed to read these verses again, Ashley! I go through seasons of insecurity, and this has been one. Thank you for sharing these encouraging truths about God’s love for us, just as we are.

    1. HISsparrowBlog

      I am constantly amazed at the people who suffer from insecurity! So glad you were encouraged today!

  5. Rebecca Jones

    Great verses, if only we could see ourselves like God does.

  6. Lisa Jordan

    I love the verses you shared. Thank you. I’ve allowed insecurity to rob me of blessings because I was too afraid to step out in faith and take God’s hand. I’m so thankful for a defining moment in my life when I heard God speak to me, asking me to trust Him.

  7. Rebecca

    That John 10:10 verse reminds me of the saying ‘the devil is a liar.’ He comes to steal and destroy – including destroying confidence in God’s plan through sowing doubt and lies that are sometimes all too easy to believe. In fact, I love all these verses that you’ve collected. They are great reminders.

  8. ~ linda

    Such a perfect for me as well! I, too, have felt incompetent, unsure, anxious, most of my life. Interesting, this post has made me look at my life like you began this post: I felt unworthy to take on some roles I did. I felt so small and did indeed want to hide down those rabbit holes. Then I met Kenneth at age 45. He was my second husband. The first truly squelched me. Kenneth built me up in Christ, taught me about who I was in the eyes of Christ, and who I was in his heart. It was 25 years of true learning my worth in Christ. He died 3 years ago and I was doing alright by reading Isaiah 54:5 daily. That God is my Husband. But lately, I am wanting to hide again. I am not feeling very worthy these days. I think Covid has a lot to do with it. The isolation and all. So this post is one I need and will need reminding of often. Those verses are being written down in my journal for I need reminding about Whose I am and Who I am in Christ. Thank you, thank you.

    1. HISsparrowBlog

      It amazes me sometimes the impact that a kind word or not can make to our view of ourselves. My husband has been wonderful in building me up; I’m so glad you had 25 years with a man who loved you like that. I’m so sorry for your loss. You are enough and not alone. Thanks so much for stopping in! Blessings to you.

  9. Paula Short

    Amen Ashley, I couldn’t agree with you more. I too have been insecure most of my life. The fear of not being good enough coupled with that knot in my stomach had made me nauseated with anxiety. Thank you for this blessed lesson here today. Blessings.
    ~Selah~

    1. HISsparrowBlog

      I like how you describe that feeling of anxiety: so many of us can relate I think. We can take comfort in the fact that everyone is insecure. Thank goodness we can find our security in our Creator. Thank you for commenting!

  10. Lisa Jordan

    Oh, yes. Insecurities and I have a bond…one that can only be broken by surrendering at the foot of the cross. Thank you for these verses as tangible reminders of God’s faithfulness in the midst of our times of lacking faith.

  11. Karen Friday

    I’ve broken up with insecurity several times only to renege and find myself in a relationship with some from of being insecure once again. So thankful for God’s Word and connecting who I am to whose I am.

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