Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Fatigue?

14 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Fatigue in the Bible

Discover 16 powerful Bible verses about fatigue. Study what Scripture teaches about this essential miscellaneous topic.

14
Total Verses
7
Old Testament
7
New Testament

Top 10 Verses About Fatigue

  1. 1
    Exodus 31:17
    It is a sign between me and the children of Israel for ever: for in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, and on the seventh day he rested, and was refreshed.
    KJV
  2. 2
    Psalms 73:26
    My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever. strength: Heb. rock
    KJV
  3. 3
    Proverbs 20:13
    Love not sleep, lest thou come to poverty; open thine eyes, and thou shalt be satisfied with bread.
    KJV
  4. 4
    Isaiah 40:29
    He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength.
    KJV
  5. 5
    Isaiah 40:31
    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. renew: Heb. change
    KJV
  6. 6
    Isaiah 58:11
    And the LORD shall guide thee continually, and satisfy thy soul in drought, and make fat thy bones: and thou shalt be like a watered garden, and like a spring of water, whose waters fail not. drought: Heb. droughts fail: Heb. lie, or, deceive
    KJV
  7. 7
    Jeremiah 31:1
    At the same time, saith the LORD, will I be the God of all the families of Israel, and they shall be my people.
    KJV
  8. 8
    Matthew 4:4
    But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.
    KJV
  9. 9
    Matthew 11:28
    Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
    KJV
  10. 10
    John 3:16
    For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
    KJV

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Fatigue? (7 Verses)

It is a sign between me and the children of Israel for ever: for in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, and on the seventh day he rested, and was refreshed.
My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever. strength: Heb. rock
Love not sleep, lest thou come to poverty; open thine eyes, and thou shalt be satisfied with bread.
He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength.
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. renew: Heb. change
And the LORD shall guide thee continually, and satisfy thy soul in drought, and make fat thy bones: and thou shalt be like a watered garden, and like a spring of water, whose waters fail not. drought: Heb. droughts fail: Heb. lie, or, deceive
At the same time, saith the LORD, will I be the God of all the families of Israel, and they shall be my people.

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Fatigue? (7 Verses)

But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.
Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost;
Wherefore lift up the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees;

How to Study What the Bible Says About Fatigue

  1. 1

    Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.

  2. 2

    Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about fatigue. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.

  3. 3

    Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.

  4. 4

    Memorise at least one key verse about fatigue and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.

Practical Application

Studying what the Bible says about fatigue is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:

  • Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on fatigue needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.

  • Share what you have learned about fatigue with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.

  • Pray through the key verses about fatigue, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.

How Well Do You Know What the Bible Says About Fatigue?

You have studied 14 verses about fatigue. Now test your knowledge with chapter-by-chapter quizzes covering the books where these verses appear.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about fatigue?
Discover 16 powerful Bible verses about fatigue. Study what Scripture teaches about this essential miscellaneous topic. The Bible contains 14 key verses about fatigue spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about fatigue are there?
There are 14 key Bible verses about fatigue compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about fatigue?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about fatigue is Exodus 31:17 — "It is a sign between me and the children of Israel for ever: for in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, and on the seventh day he rested, and was..."
Where in the Bible does it talk about fatigue?
Fatigue is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 14 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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