Even Jesus experienced symptoms of stress. Look what Luke 22:44 says, “Being in anguish, he prayed more earnestly, and his sweat was like drops of blood falling to the ground.” Look what Jesus went through for us. What does this verse say to you about spirituality and stress symptoms? Why do people so often think
Read MoreMatthew 26:25, 49—Then Judas, the one who would betray him, said, “Surely not I, Rabbi?” Jesus answered, “Yes, it is you.” Going at once to Jesus, Judas said, “Greetings, Rabbi!” and kissed him. Some things you can do today with God’s name: Rabbi is a title of great respect and honor, often used with great
Read MoreIsaiah 26:3 You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. Think about this verse today. How can it help you with your stress? In this world, there is very little perfect peace. Instead there is turmoil and stress. What does this verse say we need to do
Read MoreThink about Romans 16:20 The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus be with you. This is an amazing verse. Look at the seemingly oxymorons in this verse: The God of peace is the one who will crush Satan. Why doesn’t it say the “God of
Read MoreNote: if you don’t have children at home, who do you know who could benefit from this? Please pass this on. A couple of weeks ago we talked about recognizing stress in children. Once you recognize it you can help them by drawing them out so they can talk about it. Talking it out may
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Read MoreDid Jesus really have negative feelings? Matthew 26:36-38: “Then Jesus went with his disciples to a place called Gethsemane,… and he began to be sorrowful and troubled. Then he said to them, ‘My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with me.’” Sometimes we think that we
Read MoreGod’s Name of the Day: Ever Present Help in Trouble Psalms 46:1—God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Some things you can do today with God’s name: Do you ever wish someone was there to help you when you are in a predicament? The Lord is always there to help. No
Read MoreSpiritual Warfare—a source of stress? 1 Peter 5:8—Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Spiritual warfare is not a source of stress we often consider, yet it is very real. We have an enemy who “prowls around like a roaring lion
Read MoreGod’s Name of the Day: Dwelling Place Psalms 90:1-2—Lord you have been our dwelling place throughout all generations. Before the mountains were born or you brought forth the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God. Some things you can do today with God’s name: In this stressful day and age, we
Read MoreChildren are obviously affected by stress. In two studies at Ohio State, children 7-12 named 908 different stressors! Another study by the University of Delaware revealed that children report higher stress levels than parents. In order to help stressed out kids, parents first need to recognize it in their child. Two important signs of stress
Read MoreSuffering? No thanks. 1 Peter 2:21—To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example that you should follow in his steps. Most of us would rather not have to suffer. Think about this verse. What is the Lord showing you today through it? We have a great article on suffering
Read MoreWhy should I forgive someone who has hurt me? Ephesians 4:32 says, “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” Meditate on this verse. Ask the Lord to show you what He wants you to learn from it today. How did God forgive you? How much
Read MoreDo you ever need to rant and rave? Have you ever felt like David did in Psalm 31:9-11? “Be merciful to me, O LORD, for I am in distress; my eyes grow weak with sorrow, my soul and my body with grief. My life is consumed by anguish and my years by groaning; my strength
Read MoreGod’s Name: Chief Shepherd 1Peter 5:4—And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away. Some things you can do today with God’s name: Read 1 Peter 5:1-4. Peter told the elders to be “Shepherds of God’s flock that is under you.” They were to act as
Read MoreDo you ever feel like giving up? Hebrews 12:3—Consider him who endured such opposition from sinful men, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. We’ve been looking at Hebrews 12:1-3 for the last few days. Has this been helpful to you? If so how? I’d like to hear. Meditate on verse 3
Read MoreCan problems really bring joy? Hebrews 12:2—Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Look at how Jesus handled His horrendously stressful situation. Think
Read MoreYour perspective can change everything Hebrews 12:2a—Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith. What can you learn about how to handle your stress from the first part of verse 2? Take some time today to close your eyes and focus on Jesus. When we are in a hurry
Read MoreHow to de-stress your life 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. We’re going to look at Hebrews 12:1-3 for the next few
Read MoreWhat are you worried about? 1 Peter 5:7—Cast all your anxiety/cares/worries on Him, because He cares for you. This was one of the first verses I remember learning as a child. When I told my sister, Joy, that I was putting verses about stress on this blog, she asked me, “Have you used the teddy
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