Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Stress?
13 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Stress in the Bible
Explore what the Bible says about stress. This collection of 14 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.
Top 10 Verses About Stress
- 1Joshua 1:9
“Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.”
KJV - 2Psalms 55:22
“Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. burden: or, gift”
KJV - 3Psalms 118:5
“I called upon the LORD in distress: the LORD answered me, and set me in a large place. in distress: Heb. out of distress”
KJV - 4
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- 6Matthew 6:33
“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”
KJV - 7Matthew 6:34
“Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.”
KJV - 8
- 9John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
KJV - 10Romans 8:28
“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.”
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Subtopics of Stress
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Stress? (4 Verses)
“Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.”
“Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. burden: or, gift”
“I called upon the LORD in distress: the LORD answered me, and set me in a large place. in distress: Heb. out of distress”
“Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it glad.”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Stress? (9 Verses)
“Which of you by taking thought can add one cubit unto his stature?”
“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”
“Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.”
“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.”
“What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?”
“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.”
“Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried , he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Stress
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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.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about stress. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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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.
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Memorise at least one key verse about stress 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 stress 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 stress needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about stress 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 stress, 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 Stress?
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