Unburdened: Finding Freedom from the Tyranny of Stress

by Joyce Meyer

182 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 9, 2026

About the author

Joyce Meyer is a New York Times bestselling author and one of the world's leading Bible teachers. Through Joyce Meyer Ministries, she teaches practically and candidly, openly sharing her experiences and helping millions of people to apply biblical principles to their situations and ultimately find hope and restoration through Jesus Christ. Her book Battlefield of the Mind has been a perennial bestseller, teaching people how to win the war in their minds and “think about what they think about.”

Joyce’s Enjoying Everyday Life program is broadcast to millions worldwide in 114 languages. She has also authored over 150 books, which have been translated into over 170 combined languages, including Battlefield of the Mind, which has sold over 7 million copies across the globe. We’ve also distributed over 43.5 million books around the world.

A survivor of childhood sexual abuse, Joyce discovered how to overcome the emotional pain of her troubled past and experience true joy, hope, and healing by applying God’s Word to her life. Her passion is to help others do the same. For more than 40 years, Joyce has held conferences across the United States and around the world, teaching God’s Word and sharing the message of Christ with millions. Joyce also encourages millions each day through social media and online efforts and resources at joycemeyer.org

Joyce’s passion to help people who are hurting is the foundation of Hand of Hope, the missions arm of Joyce Meyer Ministries. Each year, Hand of Hope provides millions of meals for the hungry and malnourished, installs freshwater wells in poor and remote areas, provides critical relief after natural disasters, and offers free medical and dental care to thousands through their hospitals and clinics worldwide. Through their Project GRL initiative, they rescue women and children from human trafficking, provide safe places where they can receive an education and nutritious meals, and seek to let all girls everywhere know they are loved and valued by God.

In 2023, Joyce founded Hope Mountain Ranch, an 800-acre refuge in Mount Pleasant, Utah. Inspired by her own personal journey, Hope Mountain Ranch is a place where people can experience the transformative power of God and find hope and healing. It also serves as the hub for Joyce Meyer Ministries’ outreaches across the United States.

Reviews

[Hannah The Cajun Bookworm]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 Stars!

Stressed? Busy? Burdened? 😅 Same, girl. Same. But Joyce Meyer brought some solid advice for us!

📖 Unburdened by Joyce Meyer delivers a powerful message in a short, practical package. If I had to describe it in 3 words: short, biblical, practical. 🙌

There’s no fluff, no long-winded side stories—just solid, applicable advice rooted in Scripture. ❤️ Every chapter felt purposeful and packed with wisdom I could immediately apply to everyday life.

As a medical professional 🩺, I especially appreciated how Meyer touched on the physiological side of stress and highlighted practices that are proven to help reduce it. I always love the reminder that God designed our bodies with such incredible intention, and so many healthy stress-relief tools are part of His beautiful design. ✨

This book was encouraging, refreshing, and exactly the reminder I needed. 🌿💛 If you're carrying stress, feeling overwhelmed, or simply looking for practical, biblical wisdom for everyday life, I highly recommend picking this one up!

Thank you to NetGalley, Joyce Meyer, and the publisher for the ARC and opportunity to share my thoughts! 📚💕

[Hannah Hughes]

I’m conflicted on this one. It’s short, sweet, and packed with biblical encouragement. It also came across as oversimplified in some ways, lacking nuance.
I would caution readers who experience deeper struggles with stress or mental health as there are parts of this book that could perpetuate the narrative that things like anxiety, depression, etc. are a direct result of “weak faith.” (I think maybe I’m just not the target reader for this book, but I digress…)
Overall, for the everyday Christian, this book is an easy read that’s full of truth and practical applications to help you manage day-to-day stressors.

[Blessing Okwuofu]

To help navigate this world full of stress, Joyce Meyer reminds us in Unburdened, that we're not meant to live stressful lives. She encourages us to lean on God's strength and gives practical Bible-based ways to avoid being burdened by stress. WIth short and impactful chapters, this book is easy to read, understand and internalise. Great read, recommended for everyone.
I got a complimentary copy of this book from FaithWords via Netgalley. All opinions expressed are mine

[Aimee Van Alstyne]

This is one of those books that you need on your nightstand, especially during seasons of additional stress or times when you need to make some difficult choices. Joyce gives practical insight and suggestions, backed with biblical wisdom, on how to navigate seasons of stress. “When the battle seems endless and you think you’ll never make it, remember that you’re reprogramming a worldly mindset about stress and learning to deal with it in a godly way.”

[GG]

I won a copy of this book in a Goodreads giveaway.

I loved this little book, and know I will be reading it again. This time with a highlighter. I love that the author shares her personal struggles, and how she’s grown from them. Wisdom from someone who has been there is so much more valuable to me than wisdom from someone who has read about it.
Thank you to Joyce for so many helpful ways to press on in this stressful world.

[Leslie McKee]

Numerous people in society today are dealing with high stress and anxiety. This is an encouraging book filled with helpful scripture references to point readers back to the reminder that God is in control. There are numerous practical tips to help manage anxious thoughts. Throughout the book, Meyer helps reinforce the fact that, as Christians, we are called to cast our cares on God, particularly since so many of our fears are truly beyond our control.

[Lexi]

This book has been such an encouragement to me! It’s definitely one I’ll come back to time and time again. Joyce Meyer included many helpful scripture references that point to God’s sovereignty and care for us. I loved that the book included many practical, hands on tips for managing stress and anxious thoughts.

Many thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC.

[Thandeka Rankoe]

One thing that hit me is that stress affects us spiritually as well, not just physically.

Joyce offers practical ways to deal with stress and backs it up with some Biblical encouragement. This book reminded me to give my burdens to God instead of carrying them alone.
Highly recommend if you're feeling overwhelmed right now.

[Lottie C]

4⭐️

Not religious/Christian, but I still took some useful tid bits away from this short spiritually-guided self help book