Bible Verses · ESV
Finding Rest
Jesus invites the weary to come to Him for rest. These ESV verses speak peace to a tired body and soul.
Matthew 11:28-30
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.””
Psalm 4:8
“In peace I will both lie down and sleep;
for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.”
Psalm 127:2
“It is in vain that you rise up early
and go late to rest,
eating the bread of anxious toil;
for he gives to his beloved sleep.”
Proverbs 3:24
“If you lie down, you will not be afraid;
when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.”
Jeremiah 31:25
“For I will satisfy the weary soul, and every languishing soul I will replenish.””
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