5 Bible Verses For The Stressed Out
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5 Bible Verses For The Stressed Out

God knows how you feel, so sometimes saying it out loud or writing it down can help.

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5 Bible Verses For The Stressed Out
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As college students, and even beyond our college years, we all experience that overwhelming amount of stress. It seems to build up until one day you wake up and feel like everything needs to happen at once.

No matter how fast you check off items on your to-do list, it just never feels like you are accomplishing anything. That feeling of victory when you complete something (no matter how small) never comes because you are focused on the dozen other items that follow. It can leave you feeling exhausted.

It is times like these when it is important to stop for a moment and take a deep breath. If you are anything like me, sometimes just reading a quote/affirmation can make you feel better. Here are a list of five bible quotes for when you feel stressed out.

Set one as the lock screen on your phone, print it out/write it down and tape it somewhere you will see it, or even memorize it! You never know when you will need a little reminder that God is there for you!


Jeremiah 29:11

"For I know well the plans I have in mind for you... plans for your welfare and not for woe, so as to give you a future of hope." -Jeremiah 29:11, The New American Bible

It can be hard to remember that God is always one step ahead of us. He knows what comes along further down the path, and has it all figured out. Remember that He is on your side. Every challenge you face is only getting you one step closer to where you are supposed to be.

Philippians 4:6

"Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God." -Philippians 4:6, The New American Bible

Starting to feel overwhelmed? Take a few minutes and say a prayer. Give all your worries to Him, and He will take care of everything. God already knows how you feel, so sometimes saying it out loud or writing it down can help.

Joshua 1:9

"Be strong and steadfast! Do not fear nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God, is with you wherever you go." -Joshua 1:9, The New American Bible

You can't escape God. He is always right there by your side. He is with you through every challenge, celebrating every victory (no matter how small), and guiding you down the path He created just for you! You are never alone.

Proverbs 16:3

"Entrust your works to the Lord, and your plans will succeed." -Proverbs 16:3, The New American Bible

If you ever find yourself stuck and unsure of what to do next turn to God. He will guide you to the next step, and lead stay with your until you succeed.

Psalms 37:5

"Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will act." -Psalms 37:5, the New American Bible

No matter how busy or crazy life gets always remember to pause and thank God. Say a prayer. Try to forget all of the things you need to get done and take one minute of your time to simply be thankful. Everything will get done. Just remember... life is not all about tackling your to-do list!


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