Grief, in its profound and silent depths, touches the lives of us all at some point. The loss of a loved one is a universal human experience that can leave hearts heavy and souls searching for solace.
During these moments of profound sorrow, many find refuge and strength in the timeless wisdom of the Bible.
Its verses, often concise yet remarkably poignant, have the power to offer comfort, hope, and a sense of spiritual connection during the darkest of times.
In this article, we invite you to explore a collection of short Bible verses specifically chosen to provide solace in the face of loss.
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Short Bible Verse For Loss Of Loved One
1. Psalm 34:18
“The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
2. Psalm 147:3
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
3. Matthew 5:4
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.”
4. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles.”
5. Isaiah 41:10
“Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
6. Romans 8:28
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
7. Isaiah 43:2
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you.”
8. John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
9. 2 Corinthians 4:16-18
“Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.”
10. Revelation 21:4
“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”
Biblical Verses for Grief and Loss:
11. Psalm 30:5
“For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.”
12. Ecclesiastes 3:1-4
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens: a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot.”
13. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14
“Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him.”
14. Psalm 23:4
“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
15. Romans 14:8
“If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.”
16. Isaiah 40:31
“But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
17. Psalm 146:8
“The LORD gives sight to the blind, the LORD lifts up those who are bowed down, the LORD loves the righteous.”
18. 2 Samuel 12:23
“But now that he is dead, why should I go on fasting? Can I bring him back again? I will go to him, but he will not return to me.”
19. John 11:25-26
“Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?'”
20. Psalm 121:1-2
“I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.”
Healing Words from the Bible:
21. Jeremiah 30:17
“But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds, declares the LORD.”
22. Psalm 107:20
“He sent out his word and healed them; he rescued them from the grave.”
23. James 5:16
“Therefore, confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.”
24. Proverbs 17:22
“A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.”
25. Psalm 30:2
“LORD my God, I called to you for help, and you healed me.”
26. Isaiah 53:5
“But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds, we are healed.”
27. Mark 5:34
“He said to her, ‘Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.'”
28. 1 Peter 2:24
“He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; ‘by his wounds, you have been healed.'”
29. Psalm 41:3
“The LORD sustains them on their sickbed and restores them from their bed of illness.”
30. Exodus 15:26
“He said, ‘If you listen carefully to the LORD your God and do what is right in his eyes, if you pay attention to his commands and keep all his decrees, I will not bring on you any of the diseases I brought on the Egyptians, for I am the LORD, who heals you.'”
Coping with Loss through Short Bible Verses:
31. Romans 8:18
“I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.”
32. Psalm 27:1
“The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?”
33. Psalm 34:4
“I sought the LORD, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears.”
34. 2 Timothy 1:7
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”
35. Psalm 55:22
“Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.”
36. Isaiah 26:3
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast because they trust in you.”
37. Psalm 30:5
“Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.”
38. Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
39. Lamentations 3:22-23
“Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
40. 2 Corinthians 5:7
“For we walk by faith, not by sight.”
Scriptures to Console a Bereaved Heart:
41. Psalm 55:22
“Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.”
42. Psalm 34:18
“The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
43. Isaiah 41:10
“Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
44. Psalm 147:3
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
45. Matthew 11:28-30
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”
46. 1 Peter 5:7
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
47. Revelation 21:4
“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”
48. Romans 8:38-39
“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
49. Psalm 30:5
“For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.”
50. John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
Faith and Hope in Times of Mourning:
51. Hebrews 11:1
“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”
52. Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
53. 2 Corinthians 4:16-18
“Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.”
54. Psalm 42:11
“Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.”
55. Romans 12:12
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”
56. Psalm 62:5-6
“Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him. Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken.”
57. Psalm 31:24
“Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the LORD.”
58. Isaiah 40:31
“But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
59. Lamentations 3:22-23
“Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
60. Psalm 71:14
“As for me, I will always have hope; I will praise you more and more.”
Finding Solace in Short Bible Passages:
61. Psalm 23:1
“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.”
62. Psalm 27:1
“The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?”
63. Psalm 46:10
“Be still and know that I am God.”
64. Psalm 119:105
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”
65. Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
66. Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”
67. Isaiah 43:2
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.”
68. Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”
69. Matthew 11:28
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
70. Psalm 34:17
“When the righteous cry for help, the LORD hears and delivers them out of all their troubles.”
Conclusion
In moments of profound grief and the loss of a loved one, the soothing balm of scripture can provide immeasurable comfort. The Bible, a timeless source of wisdom and solace, offers an array of short verses that resonate with the depth of human emotions.
In these words, we find not just solace but also a profound connection to the ages-old human experience of seeking comfort in the eternal truths of the scriptures.
