Psalm 34:18
“Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit.” (WEB)
God draws especially near in our most broken moments, not far away.
Bible Verses About Grief and Loss
Grief is not a lack of faith, Scripture makes room for honest sorrow while pointing to a God who is near the brokenhearted and promises a day with no more tears.
Matthew 5:4
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” (WEB)
Jesus blesses mourning and promises comfort to those who grieve.
Revelation 21:4
“He will wipe away every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more; neither will there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain any more. The first things have passed away.” (WEB)
The Bible's ultimate hope for the grieving: a future with no more death or tears.
Psalm 147:3
“He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds.” (WEB)
God personally tends to the wounds grief leaves behind.
John 11:25-26
Jesus declares, “I am the resurrection and the life”, hope beyond the grave.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
God “comforts us in all our affliction” so that we can comfort others.
Applying these verses
There's no timetable for grief, and these verses don't rush it, they sit with it. If you're comforting someone who's grieving, Psalm 34:18 and Revelation 21:4 are gentle to share, and sometimes simply praying them aloud is enough.
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What does the Bible say about grief?
The Bible treats grief honestly and tenderly. It says God is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18), Jesus blesses those who mourn and promises comfort (Matthew 5:4), and it points to a future where God wipes away every tear (Revelation 21:4).
What is a comforting Bible verse for loss?
Revelation 21:4, “He will wipe away every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more…”, offers deep comfort, alongside Psalm 34:18, which assures us God is close to those with a broken heart.
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