Bible verses for when you feel overwhelmed

Come and rest

Matthew 11:28 (KJV): “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

The invitation is to the tired. It does not ask you to fix anything first.

When your heart is overwhelmed

Psalm 61:2 (KJV): “From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.”

The writer says the word overwhelmed out loud to God. You can do the same.

Hand over your cares

1 Peter 5:7 (KJV): “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.”

Philippians 4:6 (KJV): “Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.” Philippians 4:7 (KJV): “And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”

Peace that is not the world's

John 14:27 (KJV): “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”

If it will not lift

If you feel overwhelmed most days, talk to a doctor or counselor as well. If you are in distress, call or text 988 in the US.

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