9 Bible Verses for Grief

When we lose someone, deep in our heart, we ache, because we know that it wasn’t always supposed to be this way. That loss reminds us of how much we long for a world where all of our tears are wiped away, and no one is lost anymore. The whole world shares in this grief, and even more so, our Savior does.  

We pray that His words provide everything and more to a tear-soaked humanity awaiting His return with a heartache only He can heal.

1. “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.” –  Psalm 34:18 

2. “He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.” – Revelation 21:4

3. “He heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds.” – Psalm 147:3

4. “Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28

5. “My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; He is mine forever.” – Psalm 73:26

6. “I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.” – John 14:27

7. “He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us.” – 2 Corinthians 1:4

8. “The Lord is a shelter for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble.” – Psalm 9:9

9. “Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me.” – Psalm 23:4