Losing a loved one can be one of the most difficult experiences a person can face. The grief, pain, and sense of loss can feel overwhelming. But in times of deep sorrow, there are comforting Bible verses that speak to our hearts and give us strength.
The Bible contains many scriptures that offer words of comfort and hope for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one.
Comforting Bible Verses About Losing a Loved One
Here are fifteen Bible verses that offer hope and comfort for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one:
- Psalm 34:18
The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves such as have a contrite spirit. - Isaiah 41:10
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. - John 14:27
Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. - Psalm 116:15
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints. - Revelation 21:4
And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away. - Ecclesiastes 3:1–2
To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die… - Philippians 1:21
For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain. - John 14:1
Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. - 1 Thessalonians 4:16
For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. - John 14:2
In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. - 2 Corinthians 5:8
We are confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord. - Psalm 23:4
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. - Matthew 5:4
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. - Romans 8:38–39
For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. - 1 Peter 5:7
Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.
These Bible verses provide comfort, hope, and strength to those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. They remind us that God is with us in our pain and sorrow and that He is able to bring us peace and comfort in our time of need.
May these Scriptures bring peace to your heart and mind as you grieve the loss of your loved one.