“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
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Finding Comfort in God
Matthew 11:28
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
Psalm 34:18
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
Isaiah 41:10
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles.”
Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
Philippians 4:6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”
Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
Psalm 55:22
“Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.”
1 Peter 5:7
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
Isaiah 40:29
“He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.”
Trusting God in Difficult Times
Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
Psalm 37:5
“Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this.”
Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Romans 8:28
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
Hebrews 13:5
“Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.”
Psalm 112:7
“They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord.”
James 1:2-3
“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.”
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
Exodus 14:14
“The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.”
Psalm 121:1-2
“I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.”
Believing in God’s Strength
Philippians 4:13
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”
2 Timothy 1:7
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”
Isaiah 40:31
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint.”
Psalm 18:32-34
“It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure. He makes my feet like the feet of a deer; he causes me to stand on the heights.”
Romans 5:3-4
“Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.”
Psalm 73:26
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
Isaiah 43:2
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you.”
Deuteronomy 31:6
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”
Mark 10:27
“Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God.'”
1 Chronicles 16:11
“Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.”
Enduring Hardships
2 Corinthians 4:8-9
“We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.”
Romans 12:12
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”
James 1:12
“Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.”
2 Corinthians 12:9-10
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.”
Hebrews 12:1-2
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus.”
Galatians 6:9
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”
Psalm 30:5
“For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.”
Romans 8:18
“I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.”
Isaiah 63:9
“In all their distress he too was distressed, and the angel of his presence saved them. In his love and mercy he redeemed them; he lifted them up and carried them all the days of old.”
Philippians 1:6
“Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
Seeking Guidance
Psalm 119:105
“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”
Proverbs 16:9
“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
Isaiah 30:21
“Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, ‘This is the way; walk in it.'”
Psalm 32:8
“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.”
Proverbs 3:6
“In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.”
James 1:5
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.”
Psalm 25:4-5
“Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths. Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.”
Isaiah 48:17
“This is what the Lord says— your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: ‘I am the Lord your God, who teaches you what is best for you, who directs you in the way you should go.'”
Psalm 37:23
“The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him.”
Proverbs 2:6
“For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.”
Praying through Challenges
1 Thessalonians 5:17
“Pray without ceasing.”
Matthew 21:22
“And whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith.”
Mark 11:24
“Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.”
John 14:14
“You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it.”
Philippians 4:19
“And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.”
Colossians 4:2
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.”
James 5:16
“Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.”
Psalm 145:18
“The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.”
Romans 12:12
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”
Jeremiah 33:3
“Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.”
Final Thoughts
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and we might think that our burdens are too heavy to bear. But in moments of struggle, we are reminded in the scriptures that God is always there to comfort and support us. He invites us to bring our worries to Him, assuring us that we are never alone in our troubles.
Through prayer and faith, we learn to trust in God’s plan, which gives us strength to endure our challenges. We can lean on His promises and find hope even in the darkest times. Together, we’ll discover that with God’s help, we can handle whatever comes our way.
As we reflect on these verses, let’s continue to seek God in all circumstances. If you’re looking for more encouragement, you might also want to explore related topics that can uplift your spirit.