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Bible verses for heavy nights
Some nights are long. If you turn to Scripture when your mind won't slow down, these are passages people have reached for in the same place, grouped by how you might be feeling. Read slowly. You don't have to read them all.
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Passages by feeling
The passages come from the same list Ankyra uses for its “How are you feeling?” screen: chosen from a public topical index (OpenBible.info) and checked one by one. The text is quoted exactly from the translation shown under each verse.
Anxious
When your mind won't slow down, breathe and read slowly.
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7 · BSB
Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.
1 Peter 5:7 · BSB
Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.
John 14:27 · BSB
Lonely
You are not as alone as it feels right now.
Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.”
Deuteronomy 31:6 · BSB
Though my father and mother forsake me, the LORD will receive me.
Psalms 27:10 · BSB
I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.
John 14:18 · BSB
Grieving
Grief is love with nowhere to go. You can bring it here.
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Matthew 5:4 · BSB
The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit.
Psalms 34:18 · BSB
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.
Psalms 147:3 · BSB
Afraid
Fear is loud. These words are steady.
Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.
Isaiah 41:10 · BSB
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.
2 Timothy 1:7 · BSB
I sought the LORD, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears.
Psalms 34:4 · BSB
Tired
Rest is not a reward. You're allowed to stop for a moment.
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 · BSB
He gives power to the faint and increases the strength of the weak.
Isaiah 40:29 · BSB
But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.
Isaiah 40:31 · BSB
Hopeless
If everything feels dark, please don't carry it alone.
The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears; He delivers them from all their troubles. The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit.
Psalms 34:17-18 · BSB
Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Romans 15:13 · BSB
Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why the unease within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him, my Savior and my God.
Psalms 42:11 · BSB
A few ways to read on a hard night
- One passage, slowly. Read it twice. Stop on the phrase that holds you.
- Read it out loud, even in a whisper. It can help you slow down.
- Write one line down and keep it by your bed for the morning.
- Tell someone. A friend, a pastor, a counselor. Heavy nights are lighter shared.
How Ankyra helps on those nights
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Questions
Which Bible translation is this?
Each language uses a public-domain or openly licensed translation; the one quoted is named under every verse. See translations and licenses.
Who chose these passages?
They come from OpenBible.info's public topical index, and each one was checked by hand for the feeling it's listed under.
Is Ankyra a replacement for professional help?
No. If you're struggling, please talk to someone you trust or a professional. If you're in danger, call your local emergency number.