For thus said the Lord God, the Holy One of Israel, “In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and in trust shall be your strength.” (Isaiah 30:15)

Stillness and resting in the presence of the Lord is an important part of self-care for a Christian. It’s easy to feel selfish for taking the time to relax, but as we seek more intimacy and stillness in God’s presence, we are strengthened. Times of rest and relaxation are a good thing! They allow us to hear the Lord’s voice clearly. God took time to rest after creation was complete. Jesus often went off alone to spend time in prayer during His time on earth.

Giving our worries, problems, issues, and concerns to Him frees us to live a life that is balanced and joyful. We know that God knows, hears, sees, and is working on our behalf!

To be productive, rest and relaxation are necessary. We find rest in God’s promises and are strengthened in spirit when we are quiet before the Lord, study, and meditate on God’s word. Below I’ve listed some verses to read as you seek stillness and rest in Him this week. I hope you enjoy!

10 Bible Verses About Seeking Stillness and Rest in the Lord 

One day soon afterward Jesus went up on a mountain to pray, and he prayed to God all night. ( Luke 6:12 )

The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing. (Zephaniah 3:17)

Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him. (Psalm 62:5)

Listen to this, Job; stop and consider God’s wonders. (Job 37:14)

I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits, and in his word I put my hope. (Psalm 130:5)

In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly. (Psalm 5:3)

You will not need to fight in this battle. Stand firm, hold your position, and see the salvation of the Lord on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid and do not be dismayed. Tomorrow go out against them, and the Lord will be with you.(2 Chronicles 20:17)

Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him. (Psalm 62:1)

I waited patiently for the Lord; he turned to me and heard my cry. (Psalm 40:1)

And he said to them, “Come away by yourselves to a desolate place and rest a while.” (Mark 6:31)

Prayer Starter:

“Lord, time with you refreshes and rejuvenates me! Thank you for the gift of an intimate relationship with You. Show me ways to carve out even more time in the busy-ness of life to be still in Your presence. “

Wishing you all a great week!