Exodus 18:17-18 | Bible Verse and Affirmation for Boundaries

But Moses’ father-in-law said to him, “What you are doing is not good. Surely you and these people with you will wear yourselves out, because the task is too heavy for you. You cannot handle it alone.

Exodus 18:17-18 · BSB

Reflection

Moses was settling every dispute for the whole nation from morning to evening. His father-in-law told him plainly: this is not good, you will wear yourself out. Then he helped him delegate. Asking for help is wisdom, not weakness.

A prayer

God, show me what I can hand to others, and help me let go of doing it all.

More verses for boundaries

I can say no and still be kind. Proverbs 4:23

My yes means yes, and my no means no. Matthew 5:37

I'm here to please God, not to manage everyone's reaction. Galatians 1:10

It's wise to know when to step back. Proverbs 25:17

Peace doesn't require me to disappear. Romans 12:18

Who I spend time with shapes who I'm becoming. 1 Corinthians 15:33

I'm allowed to protect what God has entrusted to me. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Even Jesus stepped away from the crowds. I can too. Luke 5:16

I don't have to say yes just because everyone is looking for me. Mark 1:37-38

I'm allowed to keep my distance from people who are always angry. Proverbs 22:24-25

I'm responsible for my own load, not everyone else's. Galatians 6:4-5

Self-control is a wall that protects my life. Proverbs 25:28