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11 Bible Verses For When You Are Feeling Overwhelmed

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11 Bible Verses For When You Are Feeling Overwhelmed

I often feel overwhelmed and have honestly wondered if it is just me or if others feel the same way.  After personal research and studying the data, I am now convinced I am not alone.  While there is comfort in knowing it is not just me who suffers, I honestly feel saddened by the numbers.  I thought I would share with you my favorite 11 Bible Verses for When You Are Feeling Overwhelmed.  It is my prayer that this will be of help to you!

Life as a mother and wife can feel heavy and even burdensome at times.  If you are starting to feel overwhelmed, I suggest doing the opposite of what seems logical.  Stop what you are doing and pause.  Yes, take a break, pour yourself a cup of tea, grab your Bible, and pray about why, what, or who is making you stressed. Pushing ahead into your overwhelm won’t help stop it; it will only make the feeling worse.   

The following Bible verses are a good place to start.  Use them to meditate, think about, and ponder what God has to say to you in your specific situation. Encouragement at a moment’s notice!

 

 

11 Bible Verses For When You Are Feeling Overwhelmed

 

Isaiah 40:31

But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.
 
 

Psalm 4:8

In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.
 
 

Psalm 62:1

For God alone my soul waits in silence; from him comes my salvation.
 
 

Psalm 66:5

Come and see what God has done: he is awesome in his deeds toward the children of man.
 
 

Matthew 11:28

Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
 

 

Matthew 19:26

But Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”

 
 

John 16:33

I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”

 

2 Corinthians 4:8-9

We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair;  persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed;
 
 

Philippians 4:6-7

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
 
 

James 5:11

Behold, we consider those blessed who remained steadfast. You have heard of the steadfastness of Job, and you have seen the purpose of the Lord, how the Lord is compassionate and merciful.
 
 

1 John 4:4

Little children, you are from God and have overcome them, for he who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.
 
 
 

Remember, you are not alone! 

 

 

YOUR TURN…

What is your favorite Bible verse that helps you combat overwhelm?

 

Blessings,

Janelle Esker

Janelle Esker is the grateful wife of Michael and homeschooling mother of six amazing children. She lives with her family, 4 cats, 1 dog, 3 ducks and 12 chickens in scenic Ohio. Janelle received her B.A. in Education from Ohio Northern University. She is the author of CHOSEN: One Family's Journey with Autism.

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The peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.