Is Feeling Stressed a Lack of Faith?

Jesus sweated drops of blood in Gethsemane. That wasn’t weakness. That was a holy moment of pressure.

Some of us feel guilty for being stressed. Like it means we don’t trust God enough. Like it’s a mark of spiritual immaturity. But even Jesus—in the garden, knowing what was ahead—was under so much emotional weight that He literally sweat blood (Luke 22:44). That’s not weakness. That’s what happens when divinity carries humanity.

Stress isn’t always about doubt. Sometimes it’s about the depth of what we carry.

Maybe you’re trying to be strong for your family. Maybe the bills keep coming, the grief keeps knocking, or the silence from God feels louder than anything else in your life. That pressure isn’t proof that something’s wrong with your faith. It’s proof you’re living with an open heart in a hard world.

The stress is real—but so is your Savior.

Let stress become your check engine light, not your shame. A signal that something inside you needs attention. That it’s time to pause. Time to pray. Time to cast your cares—not carry them solo.

“Casting all your cares on him, because he cares about you.”

— 1 Peter 5:7 (CSB)

What if the stress isn’t trying to destroy you, but trying to direct you? What if the heaviness is an invitation to rest, not a reason to retreat?

Jesus didn’t pray in Gethsemane because He lacked power—He prayed because He knew where to put His pain.

So take your stress to the place where your strength is renewed. Take it to the garden. Take it to your Father. He’s not disappointed by your pressure. He’s already carried the cross so you don’t have to carry the weight alone.

Stress is a signal. You’re still safe. And God is still near.

Pastor Harold Robertson, Jr.

District Elder & Pastor Harold Robertson, Jr. is a seasoned IT Professional and spiritual leader who bridges technology and faith to drive innovation in schools, churches, and communities. With certifications in ITIL, Google Workspace, AI, and church administration, he empowers organizations to thrive through strategic tech integration and leadership.

Pastor Harold Robertson, Jr.

District Elder & Pastor Harold Robertson, Jr. is a seasoned IT Professional and spiritual leader who bridges technology and faith to drive innovation in schools, churches, and communities. With certifications in ITIL, Google Workspace, AI, and church administration, he empowers organizations to thrive through strategic tech integration and leadership.