While some stress is an important part of life, too much can be a bad thing. If you’re feeling overwhelmed with the stress in your life, here are 10 Bible verses to meditate on.  

From The Bible

1. Philippians 4:6-7
   Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 
2. Matthew 6:34
   Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. 
3. 1 Peter 5:6-7
   Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 
4. Psalm 55:22
   Cast your cares upon the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken. 
5. Hebrews 12:1
   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. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us 
6. John 14:27
   Peace I leave with you, my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. 
7. 2 Corinthians 12:9
   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, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.
8. Colossians 3:2
   Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. 
9. Proverbs 3:5-6
   Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. 
10. Joshua 1:9
    Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. 

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