Bible Verses for Retirement
As a long season closes, these verses hold gratitude for the past and hope for what is next.
The Bible speaks to retirement. Verses such as James 1:17, 1 Kings 8:56, and Revelation 3:8 remind us that God is near, that we can bring our hearts to him, and that we are not alone in it.
“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.”
James 1:17“Blessed be the LORD, that hath given rest unto his people Israel, according to all that he promised: there hath not failed one word of all his good promise, which he promised by the hand of Moses his servant.”
1 Kings 8:56“I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name.”
Revelation 3:8“He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.”
Psalms 23:2“What shall I render unto the LORD for all his benefits toward me?”
Psalms 116:12“I am not worthy of the least of all the mercies, and of all the truth, which thou hast shewed unto thy servant; for with my staff I passed over this Jordan; and now I am become two bands.”
Genesis 32:10“Return unto thy rest, O my soul; for the LORD hath dealt bountifully with thee.”
Psalms 116:7“And he said, My presence shall go with thee, and I will give thee rest.”
Exodus 33:14“And my people shall dwell in a peaceable habitation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting places;”
Isaiah 32:18“I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety.”
Psalms 4:8“Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.”
2 Corinthians 5:17“In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.”
1 Thessalonians 5:18
A new verse every morning, chosen for your heart, in the app.
Common questions
What does the Bible say about retirement?
The Bible speaks to retirement. Verses such as James 1:17, 1 Kings 8:56, and Revelation 3:8 remind us that God is near, that we can bring our hearts to him, and that we are not alone in it.
What is the best Bible verse for retirement?
James 1:17 is one of the most turned-to verses for retirement, and many also return to 1 Kings 8:56 and Revelation 3:8. The best verse is the one that meets you where you are today; read a few slowly and keep the one that steadies you.
What are short Bible verses for retirement?
Short, easy-to-hold verses for retirement include Psalms 116:12, Exodus 33:14, and Psalms 116:7. A single line, read slowly and carried through the day, can quiet a hard moment.
Which Psalm helps with retirement?
Psalms 23:2 is a comforting psalm for retirement. The Psalms give honest words for what the heart feels, from sorrow to trust, which is why so many return to them.
How can I use these Bible verses for retirement?
Read one verse slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words. Keep it somewhere you will see it, and let it be a companion through the day rather than a task to finish.