Clothed with strength and honor, I can laugh at the days to come.

A Bible affirmation for rest and self care, rooted in Proverbs 31:25.

Strength and honor are her clothing, and she can laugh at the days to come.

Proverbs 31:25 · BSB

Reflection

The woman in Proverbs 31 works hard, but she isn't anxious. She can laugh at the future because she's prepared and she trusts God. Caring for yourself today is part of facing tomorrow with a smile.

A prayer

God, clothe me with strength and honor, and help me face tomorrow without fear.

More verses for rest and self care

Even Jesus pulled His friends away to rest. I can rest too. Mark 6:31 God lives in me. Taking care of this body is a way to honor Him. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 He restores my soul. I don't have to fix myself first. Psalm 23:3 I'm tired, and Jesus says come anyway. Matthew 11:28 God cares about my health, my rest and my peace of mind. 3 John 1:2 Protecting my peace is wise, not selfish. Proverbs 4:23 My soul finds rest in God alone, not in getting everything done. Psalm 62:1-2 When I'm running on empty, God gives strength to the weary. Isaiah 40:29 Sometimes the holiest thing I can do is eat something and sleep. 1 Kings 19:5-7 I can quiet my soul like a child resting with her mother. Psalm 131:2 Rest was made for me. I don't have to earn it. Mark 2:27

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