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Bible verses for when you feel overwhelmed

Too many things at once can make your chest feel tight. These verses are for the moment you don't know where to start.

The thought

“It's too much, and I can't handle it.”

The truth

You don't have to carry everything alone, because God invites you to bring it to Him.

Four verses for today

  1. 1Psalm 61:2

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    From the ends of the earth I call out to You whenever my heart is faint. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

    David prays from a faint heart and asks to be led somewhere steadier. You can ask God for the same.

  2. 2Matthew 11:28

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    Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.

    Jesus speaks straight to people who are tired and weighed down, and He offers rest.

  3. 3Psalm 94:19

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    When anxiety overwhelms me, Your consolation delights my soul.

    The writer is full of worry, and God's comfort is what calms him.

  4. 41 Peter 5:7

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

    You're told to hand your worries over to God, and the reason given is that He cares about you.

Verses from the Berean Standard Bible.

A prayer

Father, everything feels like too much right now. I give you the pile, even the parts I can't name. Show me the next small thing to do and help me rest in you. Amen.