Panic attacks can hit hard and without warning. Your heart races, your mind spins, and it feels like peace is nowhere in sight.
In those moments, even simple words can make a difference. That’s where prayer comes in.
I’ll share a collection of calming prayers for panic attacks, ones you can whisper, write down, or repeat in silence. You’ll find help for the moment panic strikes, plus prayers to guide you before and after.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in fear, these prayers are here to remind you: you’re not alone, and peace is still possible.
Recite These Prayers for Tackling Panic Attacks
Panic attacks can make you feel overwhelmed, shaky, and trapped in fear. In those moments, prayers become a strong and steady anchor.
It helps slow your thoughts, steady your breathing, and remind you that God is with you. You’re not alone, and you don’t have to face that fear without help.
Let prayer bring calm when everything feels too much.
1. A Simple Prayer for Immediate Calm
Dear God, help me breathe. Help me rest. I trust that this will pass.
2. Prayer When You Feel Out of Control
God, I feel trapped. Remind me that I am not alone. Fill me with peace.
3. Before It Starts: A Prayer for Protection and Strength
Lord, I feel the worry coming. Guard my mind and steady my heart. Be my shield against what tries to overwhelm me.
4. During the Attack: A Prayer to Get Through It
God, my body feels out of control. Be with me in this storm. Help me remember this moment will pass.
5. After It Passes: A Prayer of Gratitude and Recovery
Thank you, Father, for bringing me through. Restore my strength and peace. Guide me as I move forward.
6. A Full Prayer to Say Aloud or Silently
Dear God, I breathe in Your peace and breathe out my fear. You are near, You are steady, and I am safe in You. Help me rest, even when I feel shaken. Amen.
7. Printable Version
Lord, quiet my heart, calm my breath, and let your peace cover me like a soft blanket. I am Yours. I am held. I am not alone.
8. Help for When Words Won’t Come
God, you know my heart even when I can’t speak. Hold me, help me, stay close. That’s all I ask.
I trust that you’re here, even in this silence.
9. Let the Spirit Intercede
Lord, I’m quiet—but You’re not far. Let Your Spirit speak for me when I can’t. I lean on you now. Just stay with me.
10. Morning Prayer for Peace of Mind
Lord, I give You this day. Fill my heart with calm before anything begins. Help me carry Your peace wherever I go.
11. Night Prayer for Calm and Trust
God, I release the worries I carried today. Wrap me in Your rest and quiet my thoughts. I trust you with what I can’t control.
12. God, Help Me Now
This wave feels too big. Hold me steady, even when I shake.
13. Anchor Me in Peace
Lord, plant my feet. Calm my heart and quiet the rush.
14. Slow Me Down
My mind is racing, God. Help me breathe and think clearly again.
15. Take My Thoughts
I give You every worry, Lord. Replace them with peace.
16. Calm My Body, Lord
My chest is tight, and my hands won’t stop shaking. Bring peace to every part of me.
17. Breathe With Me
In… out..Let every breath bring more of You, God.
18. Free Me, God
I feel locked in fear. Break me out and lead me to peace.
19. Make Room for Peace
This fear is loud, but you are louder. Clear space in my heart for calm.
20. Stay With Me Here
God, I feel exposed and shaky. Be right beside me in this crowd.
21. Quiet Strength
Help me stay steady, Lord. Let your strength hold me together.
22. Even When I Don’t Know Why
God, I don’t know where this fear came from. But I know you’re still here.
23. You’re Bigger Than This Feeling
This fear doesn’t have to make sense— Because You are bigger than all of it.
24. Help Me Keep Going
God, this isn’t the first time. Please give me the strength to face it again.
25. Not Alone in the Pattern
Even if it keeps returning, you haven’t left me once.
26. No Shame Here
I panicked, Lord—but You still call me Yours. Help me forgive myself, too.
27. Still Held
Even in my mess, you didn’t walk away. Thank you for staying.
Conclusion
When panic feels overwhelming, the right prayer can steady your breath and calm your thoughts. These simple, honest prayers meet you exactly where you are, no pressure, no judgment.
Use them when fear shows up, and keep them close for the quiet moments, too. The more you pray, the more your heart learns to rest in God’s presence.
Let these words remind you that healing is a process, and every step counts.
Want more ways to handle fear and find peace? Read my other blogs for more help with anxiety, faith, and emotional support.
Keep this list nearby, and return to it anytime you need a prayer for panic attacks.
