Best Christian Quotes to Support your Faith, Edited by Melkisedeck Leon Shine

Resting in God's Love: 15 Encouraging Bible Verses for Restored Hearts

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Author/Editor: Melkisedeck Leon Shine, 2015-2017: AckySHINE.com

In our fast-paced and often chaotic world, finding rest and peace can seem like an impossible task. We are bombarded with endless responsibilities, pressures, and uncertainties that leave our hearts weary and in need of restoration. However, the good news is that God's love is always there to provide us with the rest we desperately crave. Through His timeless Word, the Bible, we can find comfort, encouragement, and solace in His unfailing love. Here are 15 uplifting Bible verses that will help restore our hearts and bring us closer to God's loving embrace.

"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." - Matthew 11:28 (NIV)
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." - Psalm 34:18 (NIV)
"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." - 1 Peter 5:7 (NIV)
"He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak." - Isaiah 40:29 (NIV)
"Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." - Isaiah 40:30-31 (NIV)
"Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth." - Psalm 46:10 (NIV)
"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)
"The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul." - Psalm 23:1-3 (NIV)
"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." - Matthew 11:28-29 (NIV)
"My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest." - Exodus 33:14 (NIV)
"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 4:6-7 (NIV)
"The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold." - Psalm 18:2 (NIV)
"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." - Isaiah 40:31 (NIV)
"Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me." - John 14:1 (NIV)
"For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." - Romans 8:38-39 (NIV)

These Bible verses remind us that God's love is unconditional and unwavering. Just as Jesus taught us to find rest in Him, we can trust that He will always be there to lift our burdens and mend our broken hearts. So, let us take a moment to be still and soak in His love, knowing that He is our refuge and source of peace.

💖 May you find solace and restoration in God's love, may your weary heart be uplifted, and may you experience the joy of resting in His embrace. May His love guide your steps and fill your life with blessings. Amen. 💖

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👥 Agnes Njeri Guest Mar 7, 2020

I feel this on a deep level. 💓 Sometimes, certain quotes just resonate with your soul, and this one does exactly that. It speaks to a part of me that’s been searching for peace and clarity, and it’s amazing how comforting a few words can be. This quote has given me a renewed sense of hope and a reminder that I’m not alone in what I’m feeling. Thank you for sharing something that connects so deeply on an emotional level!

👥 Hamida Guest Mar 7, 2020

Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. – Romans 5:1

👥 John Malisa Guest Mar 6, 2020

Faith is the path to peace, trusting in God who never fails. – Unknown

👥 Abdillah Guest Mar 3, 2020

Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life. – Psalm 138:7

👥 Husna Guest Mar 3, 2020

Faith trusts God without reservations. – Unknown

👥 Faith Kariuki Guest Feb 24, 2020

Faith does not eliminate questions, but faith knows where to take them. – Elisabeth Elliot

👥 Alice Mwikali Guest Feb 15, 2020

We are saved by His mercy, not by our deeds

👥 Margaret Anyango Guest Feb 10, 2020

The righteous will live by faith. – Romans 1:17

👥 Elizabeth Malima Guest Feb 8, 2020

John 14:1-3 – "Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am."

👥 Andrew Mahiga Guest Feb 6, 2020

Praying for you 🙏

👥 Kassim Guest Jan 30, 2020

Such a timely reminder to stay focused on what truly matters.

👥 Lydia Mzindakaya Guest Jan 29, 2020

For nothing will be impossible with God. – Luke 1:37

👥 Grace Mligo Guest Jan 23, 2020

We must walk by faith and not by sight, trusting that God is leading us even when we don’t understand His ways. – Unknown

👥 Zainab Guest Jan 18, 2020

And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love. – 1 Corinthians 13:13

👥 Chris Okello Guest Dec 30, 2019

Grace and peace be with you.

👥 Hekima Guest Dec 30, 2019

And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:19

👥 Sharon Kibiru Guest Dec 29, 2019

Such a beautiful quote!

👥 Irene Makena Guest Dec 19, 2019

Such a powerful message! 💪 This quote is exactly what I needed to remind myself to stay strong and keep pushing forward, no matter the obstacles in my path. It’s easy to get discouraged when life doesn’t go as planned, but this message gave me a boost of confidence and renewed determination. I love how it’s not just inspiring, but also challenges me to think about my own strength and resilience. Thank you for this reminder!

👥 Ramadhan Guest Dec 15, 2019

1 John 2:15-17 – "Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in them. For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world. The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever."

👥 Rose Amukowa Guest Dec 9, 2019

Let your light shine before others

👥 Mwanajuma Guest Dec 3, 2019

Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing. – 1 Peter 3:9

👥 Mwanaidi Guest Nov 29, 2019

1 John 3:16-18 – "This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters. If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person? Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth."

👥 Rose Amukowa Guest Nov 26, 2019

The Lord is near to all who call on Him

👥 Mwanaidha Guest Nov 16, 2019

Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. – James 1:22

👥 Sarah Karani Guest Nov 15, 2019

Beautiful and meaningful quote. 🌸 I love how this quote captures such a profound message with such elegance and grace. It’s not just beautiful in its wording, but also in the truth it conveys. There’s so much wisdom in these few lines, and it’s something I’ll carry with me for a long time. It’s a reminder to focus on what truly matters in life and to find beauty in the simple moments. Thank you for sharing this lovely message!

👥 Mwanakhamis Guest Nov 8, 2019

Luke 12:33-34 – "Sell your possessions and give to the poor. Provide purses for yourselves that will not wear out, a treasure in heaven that will never fail, where no thief comes near and no moth destroys. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."

👥 Benjamin Kibicho Guest Oct 30, 2019

And Jesus said to him, ‘Go; your faith has made you well.’ Immediately he regained his sight and began following Him on the road. – Mark 10:52

👥 Makame Guest Oct 18, 2019

Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. – 1 John 4:8

👥 Agnes Sumaye Guest Oct 15, 2019

Ephesians 6:10-13 – "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore, put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand."

👥 Charles Mboje Guest Oct 3, 2019

Philippians 3:12-14 – "Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus."

👥 Hellen Nduta Guest Oct 1, 2019

This quote brightened my day. 🌞

👥 Leila Guest Sep 29, 2019

Faith is the light that guides you through darkness. – Unknown

👥 Lucy Wangui Guest Sep 24, 2019

Short, but so impactful! It’s like this quote was meant for me.

👥 Alice Jebet Guest Sep 19, 2019

My soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him. – Psalm 62:1

👥 Simon Kiprono Guest Sep 18, 2019

This one really made me think. 🤔

👥 Francis Njeru Guest Sep 13, 2019

John 15:12-15 – "My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. You are my friends if you do what I command. I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you."

👥 Elizabeth Mtei Guest Sep 13, 2019

Through Christ, we receive God's abundant mercy

👥 Linda Karimi Guest Sep 1, 2019

This quote is a reminder of how powerful words can be.

👥 Hellen Nduta Guest Aug 23, 2019

James 3:13-18 – "Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. Such ‘wisdom’ does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice. But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness."

👥 Josephine Nekesa Guest Aug 19, 2019

And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. – Hebrews 11:6

👥 Daudi Guest Aug 16, 2019

Faith isn’t a feeling. It’s a choice to trust God even when the road ahead seems uncertain. – Dave Willis

👥 George Wanjala Guest Aug 3, 2019

God is too wise to be mistaken. God is too good to be unkind. So when you don’t understand, when you don’t see His plan, when you can’t trace His hand, trust His heart. – Charles Spurgeon

👥 Grace Mushi Guest Jul 19, 2019

Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord himself, is the Rock eternal. – Isaiah 26:4

👥 Mgeni Guest Jul 17, 2019

For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things He planned for us long ago. – Ephesians 2:10

👥 Nora Kidata Guest Jul 16, 2019

I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. – John 16:33

👥 James Mduma Guest Jul 14, 2019

God has a purpose even in your pain

👥 Ahmed Guest Jul 8, 2019

How do you always find the perfect quotes for any mood? Love it!

👥 Mjaka Guest Jun 29, 2019

Love the simplicity and wisdom here. 🌿

👥 Salma Guest Jun 27, 2019

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

👥 John Lissu Guest Jun 20, 2019

Titus 3:3-7 – "At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life."

👥 James Mduma Guest Jun 19, 2019

Faith is the assurance that God’s plan is better than your dreams. – Unknown

👥 Richard Mulwa Guest Jun 13, 2019

The peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:7

👥 Mary Sokoine Guest Jun 10, 2019

Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe. – Saint Augustine

👥 Kijakazi Guest Jun 8, 2019

John 7:37-39 – "On the last and greatest day of the festival, Jesus stood and said in a loud voice, 'Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.' By this he meant the Spirit, whom those who believed in him were later to receive. Up to that time the Spirit had not been given, since Jesus had not yet been glorified."

👥 Fatuma Guest Jun 1, 2019

Faith makes things possible, not easy. – Unknown

👥 David Kawawa Guest May 29, 2019

This one speaks to me deeply. 💖 I’ve been searching for motivation and clarity, and this quote came at the perfect time. It speaks to a place in my heart that really needed healing, and it’s comforting to know that others have felt this way too. The depth and emotion behind these words are undeniable, and they’ve given me a new sense of hope. It’s amazing how a quote can connect with you on such a personal level. Thank you for this gift of inspiration!

👥 Henry Mollel Guest May 29, 2019

Such a positive message!

👥 Ali Guest May 26, 2019

Timely reminder, thank you! ⏰

👥 Jamila Guest May 8, 2019

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. – Romans 12:12

👥 Fikiri Guest Apr 24, 2019

John 1:14-17 – "The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. John testified concerning him. He cried out, saying, 'This is the one I spoke about when I said, "He who comes after me has surpassed me because he was before me."' Out of his fullness we have all received grace in place of grace already given. For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ."