Bible Verses for When You Are Tired or Burned Out (BSB)
Short answer: Isaiah 40:31, Psalm 23:2–3, Isaiah 40:29, Mark 6:31, 1 Kings 19:5–7, Galatians 6:9, Matthew 11:29–30, Psalm 73:26. Rest is God's idea, not a reward you earn. Quotations are from the Berean Standard Bible, which is public domain.
1. Wait on the Lord, renew your strength
But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.
— Isaiah 40:31 (BSB)
2. Green pastures, quiet waters
He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness for the sake of His name.
— Psalm 23:2–3 (BSB)
3. Power for the faint
He gives power to the faint and increases the strength of the weak.
— Isaiah 40:29 (BSB)
4. Come away and rest a while
And He said to them, “Come with Me privately to a solitary place, and let us rest for a while.” For many people were coming and going, and they did not even have time to eat.
— Mark 6:31 (BSB)
5. Sleep and food first
Then he lay down under the broom tree and fell asleep. Suddenly an angel touched him and said, “Get up and eat.” And he looked around, and there by his head was a cake of bread baked over hot coals, and a jar of water. So he ate and drank and lay down again. A second time the angel of the LORD returned and touched him, saying, “Get up and eat, or the journey will be too much for you.”
— 1 Kings 19:5–7 (BSB)
6. Do not give up
Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.
— Galatians 6:9 (BSB)
7. An easy yoke
Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”
— Matthew 11:29–30 (BSB)
8. The strength of my heart
My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
— Psalm 73:26 (BSB)
A short prayer when you are worn out
God, I have given everything and there is nothing left. Like Elijah, let me rest and be fed. Show me what to put down, and be the strength of my heart. Amen.
Notice what God did for Elijah
When Elijah was exhausted, God gave him sleep and food before any new task. Rest, eat, and let someone help you carry the load. If exhaustion is lasting, please also see a doctor.
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In Feelith, tap Tired or Burned out. You get three verses with a short reflection, a prayer and an optional question in about three minutes.
FAQ
What does the Bible say about being tired?
God gives power to the faint (Isaiah 40:29), and Jesus invites the weary to come to Him for rest (Matthew 11:28-30).
Is it wrong to rest when there is work to do?
No. Jesus told His busy disciples to come away and rest a while (Mark 6:31). Rest is part of faithful work.
What if I am burned out, not just tired?
Look at 1 Kings 19: God cared for Elijah's body first. Rest, eat, ask for help, and talk to a doctor if it does not lift.
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