Blessings for a Stress-Free Life

List by Ami Hendrickson

The Bible abounds with blessings for a stress-free life. Praise God for the gift of peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7)!

The blessing of knowing whom I can trust

Isaiah 41:10

Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.

The blessing of boldness

Hebrews 4:16

Let’s therefore draw near with boldness to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and may find grace for help in time of need.

The blessing of a God who hears me

Psalm 116:1-2

I love the LORD, because he listens to my voice, and my cries for mercy. Because he has turned his ear to me, therefore I will call on him as long as I live.

The blessing of freedom from anxiety

Luke 12:29-30

Don’t seek what you will eat or what you will drink; neither be anxious. For the nations of the world seek after all of these things, but your Father knows that you need these things.

The blessing of encouragement

Deuteronomy 31:8

“The LORD himself is who goes before you. He will be with you. He will not fail you nor forsake you. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be discouraged.”

The blessing of supernatural guidance

Hebrews 13:6

So that with good courage we say, “The Lord is my helper. I will not fear. What can man do to me?”

The blessing of resting in God

Matthew 11:29

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.

The blessing of a reward for my work

2 Chronicles 15:7

But you be strong! Don’t let your hands be slack, for your work will be rewarded.

The blessing of divine deliverance from persecution

Deliver me from my enemies, my God. Set me on high from those who rise up against me. Deliver me from the workers of iniquity. Save me from the bloodthirsty men. For, behold, they lie in wait for my soul. The mighty gather themselves together against me, not for my disobedience, nor for my sin, LORD.

The blessing of preservation

Psalm 116:5-6

The LORD is gracious and righteous. Yes, our God is merciful. The LORD preserves the simple. I was brought low, and he saved me.