23 Scriptures for Caregiver Burnout

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Whether you call it caregiver stress, caregiver fatigue, or caregiver burnout, it is real and it can feel like you’re drowning sometimes. The stress, anxiety, and even bitterness can be all-consuming. Thankfully, Ephesians 6 reminds us that God has given us a full armor to combat these things. We often think the things that we are battling are only the physical battles right in front of us, but oftentimes they are spiritual. Bible verse for caregivers are critical, especially when moral is low and the journey gets rough and lonely. 

 

As caregivers, you have likely taken on one of the biggest challenges of your life, but do not doubt for one second that God has selected you for this monumental task. However, when God selects you for a task, know that you are going to meet opposition along the way and you have to be armed and ready to defend yourself. So, today, let’s take out our Swords of the Spirit, THE WORD and let’s go to war!  

These Bible verses are about strength, healing, courage, and endurance. These are 23 of the BEST Bible verse for phenomenal caregivers. 

Bible Verses for Caregivers

 

1. “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”

‭‭Joshua‬ ‭1:9‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/jos.1.9.niv

2. “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭23:4‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/psa.23.4.niv

3. “I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears.”

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭34:4‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/psa.34.4.niv

4. “Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.”

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭55:22‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/psa.55.22.niv

5. “When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.”

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭94:19‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/psa.94.19.niv

6. “When hard pressed, I cried to the Lord; he brought me into a spacious place. The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me? The Lord is with me; he is my helper. I look in triumph on my enemies.”

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭118:5-7‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/psa.118.5-7.niv

7. “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭139:14‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/psa.139.14.niv

8. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”

‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭3:5-6‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/pro.3.5-6.niv

9. “Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.”

‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭12:25‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/pro.12.25.niv

10. “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”

‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭16:3‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/pro.16.3.niv

11. “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭41:10‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/isa.41.10.niv

12. “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.”

‭‭Jeremiah‬ ‭29:11-13‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/jer.29.11-13.niv

13. “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 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. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

‭‭Matthew‬ ‭11:28-30‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/mat.11.28-30.niv

14. “Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life? Since you cannot do this very little thing, why do you worry about the rest?”

‭‭Luke‬ ‭12:25-26‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/luk.12.25-26.niv

15. “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”

‭‭John‬ ‭14:27‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/jhn.14.27.niv

16. “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

‭‭Romans‬ ‭8:28‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/rom.8.28.niv

17. “Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”

‭‭Romans‬ ‭12:10-12‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/rom.12.10-12.niv

18. “But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.”

‭‭2 Corinthians‬ ‭12:9‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/2co.12.9.niv

19. “Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4:5-7‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/php.4.5-7.niv

20. “Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.”

‭‭2 Thessalonians‬ ‭3:16‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/2th.3.16.niv

21. “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.”

‭‭James‬ ‭1:2-3‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/jas.1.2-3.niv

22. “Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.”

‭‭James‬ ‭1:12‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/jas.1.12.niv

23. “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”

‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭5:7‬ ‭NIV‬‬

https://www.bible.com/111/1pe.5.7.niv

I sincerely hope that you have found these Bible verses for caregivers helpful.  Remember, God’s word is rich with His promises and encouragement. He truly cares for you and He wants a relationship with you. So, don’t let the stresses of caregiving overwhelm you. Grab your Bible and tap into the power within. 

May the peace of God rest upon you and may the Will of God lead and guide you all the days of your life. Amen.

Let me know your go-to scriptures for when you are feeling burned out. I would love to hear from you in the comments.

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Be Blessed!!

 

Stephanie 

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