Bible verses · Berean Standard Bible
Bible Verses for Grief
Read biblical words for sorrow, companionship, and hope without rushing past loss.
Each selection is one verse. Open the full chapter to read who is speaking and what surrounds it.
John 11:35
Jesus wept.
In context: Jesus weeps at Lazarus's tomb before the story turns to resurrection.
Read the full chapter →Psalm 34:18
The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit.
In context: The psalm speaks of the Lord's nearness to people whose hearts are broken.
Read the full chapter →1 Thessalonians 4:13
Brothers, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you will not grieve like the rest, who are without hope.
In context: Paul addresses a community grieving believers who have died.
Read the full chapter →Revelation 21:4
‘He will wipe away every tear from their eyes,’ and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away.”
In context: John's vision of a new creation promises an end to death and mourning.
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