When I Am Afraid: Free Handwritten Scripture Art

A short verse a child or grown-up can return to when fear feels close.

Free to save or print for your home or a personal gift. No email, account, or purchase required.

When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. Psalm 56:3, handwritten in black ink on a full sheet of ivory paper.
The full artwork, with every paper edge visible.

Words to keep close

When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.

Psalm 56:3
Scripture excerpt, New International Version (NIV).

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Save it, then print

Open the artwork, then save the original image to your device. On a phone, touch and hold the full image and choose the save option.

For the clearest result, print at about 4 × 5 inches on matte paper or cardstock. Keep the full image and paper edges in the print preview. This is an image download.

Read the words in context

Psalm 56 names fear honestly while turning toward God in trust. Read verses 3-4 together, then the whole psalm. You do not have to hide the feeling before bringing it to Him.

Read How to Help Your Child Bring Fear to Jesus

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Make it personal

Write a short note on the back, place it where you pause during the day, or read the passage together before choosing a place for it in your home.

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Scripture quotation from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.®

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