Bible Verses About Rest

Scripture for tired bodies and tired minds.

10 verses for tired bodies and tired minds, in the King James Version. Tap Copy to send one to a friend, or print the page for your fridge, journal or small group.

Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.

Matthew 11:28–30 (KJV)

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.

Psalm 23:2–3 (KJV)

And he said, My presence shall go with thee , and I will give thee rest.

Exodus 33:14 (KJV)

I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD , only makest me dwell in safety.

Psalm 4:8 (KJV)

There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God. For he that is entered into his rest, he also hath ceased from his own works, as God did from his.

Hebrews 4:9–10 (KJV)

Truly my soul waiteth upon God: from him cometh my salvation.

Psalm 62:1 (KJV)

For thus saith the Lord GOD , the Holy One of Israel; In returning and rest shall ye be saved; in quietness and in confidence shall be your strength: and ye would not.

Isaiah 30:15 (KJV)

And he said unto them, Come ye yourselves apart into a desert place, and rest a while: for there were many coming and going, and they had no leisure so much as to eat.

Mark 6:31 (KJV)

It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows: for so he giveth his beloved sleep.

Psalm 127:2 (KJV)

For I have satiated the weary soul, and I have replenished every sorrowful soul.

Jeremiah 31:25 (KJV)

How to use these verses this week

Pick one. Choose the verse that hits closest to what you are facing today.
Write it down. Put it on your phone’s lock screen or a sticky note where you’ll see it.
Pray it back. Turn the verse into a sentence to God in your own words.
Learn it by heart. Our free memory verse flashcards make it easier.

Questions

What is the best Bible verse about rest?

Many people turn to Matthew 11:28–30: “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

Which translation are these verses?

King James Version (KJV), which is in the public domain in the United States, so you can copy, print and share them freely.