Bible Verses About Rest
Scriptures on finding rest for your soul.
In our fast-paced world, the invitation to rest is a profound gift from our Creator. It is more than just physical sleep; it is a spiritual quietness that comes from trusting in His faithfulness. By coming to Him, you can find the restorative power to face each day with renewed strength and peace. Allow His presence to be your ultimate sanctuary as you release the burdens that weigh you down.
Key Passages
"Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls."
"In the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying,If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink."
"All that the Father giveth me shall come to me; and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out."
"Ho, every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters, and he that hath no money; come ye, buy, and eat; yea, come, buy wine and milk without money and without price."
"¶ Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest."
"He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters."
"There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God."
"And he said, My presence shall go with thee, and I will give thee rest."
"I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety."
"For thus saith the Lord GOD, the Holy One of Israel; In returning and rest shall ye be saved; in quietness and in confidence shall be your strength: and ye would not."
"For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light."
"Truly my soul waiteth upon God: from him cometh my salvation."
"My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him."
"But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint."
"Thus saith the LORD, Stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein, and ye shall find rest for your souls. But they said, We will not walk therein."
"It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows: for so he giveth his beloved sleep."
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