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Bible Verses About Stress

Deadlines, bills, news, noise — stress is the air of modern life. These Bible verses about stress trade the weight you were never meant to carry for a peace that guards the mind.

Matthew 11:28-30

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“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.””

Philippians 4:6-7

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“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

1 Peter 5:7

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“Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.”

Psalms 55:22

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“Cast your burden upon the LORD and He will sustain you; He will never let the righteous be shaken.”

John 14:27

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“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; do not be afraid.”

Isaiah 26:3

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“You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.”

Psalms 46:1-3

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“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth is transformed and the mountains are toppled into the depths of the seas, though their waters roar and foam and the mountains quake in the surge.Selah”

Matthew 6:34

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“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Today has enough trouble of its own.”

Proverbs 3:5-6

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“Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.”

Psalms 94:19

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“When anxiety overwhelms me, Your consolation delights my soul.”

2 Thessalonians 3:16

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“Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.”

Psalms 118:5-6

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“In my distress I called to the LORD, and He answered and set me free. The LORD is on my side; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?”

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Bible say about Stress?

Deadlines, bills, news, noise — stress is the air of modern life. These Bible verses about stress trade the weight you were never meant to carry for a peace that guards the mind.

What is a good Bible verse about Stress?

Matthew 11:28-30: “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.””

Where should I start reading about Stress in the Bible?

Start with Philippians 4:6-7, one of the 12 verses gathered here on this topic.

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