“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28
Bible Verses About Burnout
1. Matthew 11:28 – Finding Rest
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28
2. Isaiah 40:29 – Strength for the Weary
“He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.” – Isaiah 40:29
3. Exodus 33:14 – God’s Presence
“My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” – Exodus 33:14
4. Psalm 55:22 – Cast Your Burden
“Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.” – Psalm 55:22
5. 2 Corinthians 12:9 – Grace is Sufficient
“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.” – 2 Corinthians 12:9
6. Galatians 6:9 – Don’t Grow Weary
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9
7. Philippians 4:6-7 – Peace of God
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” – Philippians 4:6-7
8. Psalm 23:2-3 – Restores My Soul
“He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul.” – Psalm 23:2-3
9. Matthew 6:34 – Do Not Worry
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself.” – Matthew 6:34
10. Lamentations 3:22-23 – God’s Faithfulness
“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” – Lamentations 3:22-23
11. 1 Peter 5:7 – Cast Your Anxiety
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” – 1 Peter 5:7
12. 2 Thessalonians 3:13 – Do What is Right
“And as for you, brothers and sisters, never tire of doing what is good.” – 2 Thessalonians 3:13
13. Ecclesiastes 3:1 – There is a Time for Everything
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” – Ecclesiastes 3:1
14. Isaiah 41:10 – Do Not Fear
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.” – Isaiah 41:10
15. Romans 15:5-6 – Unity and Encouragement
“May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had.” – Romans 15:5-6
16. John 16:33 – Have Peace
“In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” – John 16:33
17. Psalm 34:18 – Near to the Brokenhearted
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18
18. Hebrews 12:1-2 – Run With Endurance
“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.” – Hebrews 12:1-2
19. Isaiah 43:2 – Through the Fire
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you.” – Isaiah 43:2
20. Jeremiah 29:11 – Plans for You
“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.” – Jeremiah 29:11
21. Psalm 46:1-2 – God is Our Refuge
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” – Psalm 46:1-2
22. Ephesians 3:20 – God’s Power at Work
“Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine.” – Ephesians 3:20
23. Romans 8:28 – All Things Work Together
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him.” – Romans 8:28
24. 1 Corinthians 10:13 – No Temptation Has Overtaken
“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear.” – 1 Corinthians 10:13
25. Psalm 119:28 – Strength from God’s Word
“My soul is weary with sorrow; strengthen me according to your word.” – Psalm 119:28
26. Romans 12:12 – Be Joyful in Hope
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” – Romans 12:12
27. Matthew 5:4 – Blessed are Those Who Mourn
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” – Matthew 5:4
28. Psalm 139:23-24 – Search My Heart
“Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts.” – Psalm 139:23-24
29. Titus 3:5 – Saved by His Mercy
“He saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy.” – Titus 3:5
30. 2 Timothy 1:7 – Spirit of Power
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” – 2 Timothy 1:7
31. Psalm 40:1-2 – He Lifted Me Out
“I waited patiently for the Lord; he turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire.” – Psalm 40:1-2
32. Romans 15:13 – Abounding in Hope
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope.” – Romans 15:13
33. Jeremiah 33:3 – Call to Me
“Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.” – Jeremiah 33:3
34. Colossians 3:23-24 – Work Heartily
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.” – Colossians 3:23-24
35. Isaiah 30:15 – In Repentance and Rest
“In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength.” – Isaiah 30:15
36. Matthew 5:6 – Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” – Matthew 5:6
37. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 – Encourage One Another
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:11
38. Psalm 37:7 – Be Still Before the Lord
“Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways.” – Psalm 37:7
39. James 1:2-3 – Consider It Pure Joy
“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds.” – James 1:2-3
40. 1 John 4:19 – We Love Because He First Loved Us
“We love because he first loved us.” – 1 John 4:19
Final Thoughts
Burnout is a challenge many face, but thankfully, the Bible offers us comfort and guidance during such times. We learn that resting in God’s presence refreshes our hearts and minds.
Turning to scripture teaches us not only to seek God but also to support one another in our struggles. We can find hope and strength to overcome burnout through prayer and reliance on God.
Remember, it’s okay to take a break and seek divine help. Be gentle with yourself as you navigate through the tough moments of your life.
For more on how to strengthen your faith, check out these resources: Jesus’ Sacrifice, Not Giving Up, and Prayers for Stress.