Bible Verses About Grief

Compiled by The BibleStudyTools Staff on 06/30/2026
Bible Verses About Grief

Best Bible Verses to Overcome Grief and Find Comfort

Grief has a way of touching every part of life. Whether you are mourning the death of a loved one, walking through a painful season of loss, or trying to find words when your heart feels heavy, the Bible speaks with deep compassion to those who are grieving.

Scripture does not tell us to pretend we are fine. The Psalms are filled with honest prayers of sorrow, confusion, and longing. Jesus Himself wept at the tomb of Lazarus in John 11:35, showing us that grief is not a lack of faith. It is part of living in a broken world where death, pain, and separation still hurt deeply.

But God does not leave us alone in our mourning. Psalm 34:18 says, “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” Matthew 5:4 gives this promise from Jesus: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” These Bible verses for grief and loss remind us that God draws near to the hurting, gives peace when we feel overwhelmed, and offers hope that reaches beyond our present sorrow.

If you are looking for comfort after a death, strength for a hard day, or Scriptures to share with someone who is grieving, these verses can help you pray, remember God’s promises, and hold on to the hope we have in Christ. One day, Revelation 21:4 tells us, God “will wipe every tear from their eyes,” and grief will not have the final word.

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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.”
Your Daily Verse - Romans 12:2
2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
22 So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.
Philippians 4:13 - I Can Do All Things
13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

Teachings on This Topic

Protected from Pain, Part 2
Protected from Pain, Part 2
Real Christian Families

"We Lost a Baby, Went Into Debt, and God Told Us to Close Our Business"When Christina opened her dream restaurant, she believed success meant building a business and making money — even if it meant missing out on her boys. Then came COVID, four years of no profit, crushing debt, and the heartbreaking loss of a baby. In the middle of the darkest season of her life, she heard God speak clearly: "Close the restaurant. For one year, just be a wife and a mom." What followed was a journey of healing, restoration, and an unexpected gift — a "restoration baby" named Olivia.This is a true story of a marriage tested by ambition, loss, and generational cycles of depression — and how surrendering control led to a family made whole.Subscribe for more at https://parentcompass.tv/subscribe.Download the Parent Compass App.To have a conversation about Christ or to ask for prayer text or call 817-760-2643, or click the blue chat button in the right lower corner on https://parentcompass.tv.To be emailed information about Christ fill out the form at https://parentcompass.tv/know-christ.Parent Compass is an award-winning, donor-funded series bringing God's love to families worldwide. Support the mission: https://parentcompass.tv/donate

Christians Grieve Too! (Part 1 of 2)
Christians Grieve Too! (Part 1 of 2)
Alistair Begg

The death of a loved one is one of the most challenging experiences we may ever face. So as a believer, how should we face death and grieve loss in a way that’s decidedly different from unbelievers? That’s our topic on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series A Study in 1 Thessalonians, Volume 2’ • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a donation of any amount. • FREE AUDIOBOOK! In our polarized culture, disagreement is often seen as combative and offensive. What if there were a way to do it well? Download your free copy of The Art of Disagreeing by Gavin Ortlund and master how to disagree with kindness and influence. Request yours at ‘truthforlife.org/disagree.’ Helpful Resources - Learn about God's salvation plan - Read our most recent articles - Subscribe to our daily devotional Follow Us YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | X This listener-funded program features the clear, relevant Bible teaching of Alistair Begg. Today’s program and nearly 3,000 messages can be streamed and shared for free at tfl.org thanks to the generous giving from monthly donors called Truthpartners. Learn more about this Gospel-sharing team or become one today. Thanks for listening to Truth For Life!

Romans 8:18
18 I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.
Praying for You
18 The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
Brokenhearted
3 He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.
Matthew 11:28 - Come to Me
28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
29 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.
30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
1 Now when Jesus saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him,
2 and he began to teach them. He said:
3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Teachings on This Topic

Protected from Pain, Part 2
Protected from Pain, Part 2
Real Christian Families

"We Lost a Baby, Went Into Debt, and God Told Us to Close Our Business"When Christina opened her dream restaurant, she believed success meant building a business and making money — even if it meant missing out on her boys. Then came COVID, four years of no profit, crushing debt, and the heartbreaking loss of a baby. In the middle of the darkest season of her life, she heard God speak clearly: "Close the restaurant. For one year, just be a wife and a mom." What followed was a journey of healing, restoration, and an unexpected gift — a "restoration baby" named Olivia.This is a true story of a marriage tested by ambition, loss, and generational cycles of depression — and how surrendering control led to a family made whole.Subscribe for more at https://parentcompass.tv/subscribe.Download the Parent Compass App.To have a conversation about Christ or to ask for prayer text or call 817-760-2643, or click the blue chat button in the right lower corner on https://parentcompass.tv.To be emailed information about Christ fill out the form at https://parentcompass.tv/know-christ.Parent Compass is an award-winning, donor-funded series bringing God's love to families worldwide. Support the mission: https://parentcompass.tv/donate

Christians Grieve Too! (Part 1 of 2)
Christians Grieve Too! (Part 1 of 2)
Alistair Begg

The death of a loved one is one of the most challenging experiences we may ever face. So as a believer, how should we face death and grieve loss in a way that’s decidedly different from unbelievers? That’s our topic on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series A Study in 1 Thessalonians, Volume 2’ • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a donation of any amount. • FREE AUDIOBOOK! In our polarized culture, disagreement is often seen as combative and offensive. What if there were a way to do it well? Download your free copy of The Art of Disagreeing by Gavin Ortlund and master how to disagree with kindness and influence. Request yours at ‘truthforlife.org/disagree.’ Helpful Resources - Learn about God's salvation plan - Read our most recent articles - Subscribe to our daily devotional Follow Us YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | X This listener-funded program features the clear, relevant Bible teaching of Alistair Begg. Today’s program and nearly 3,000 messages can be streamed and shared for free at tfl.org thanks to the generous giving from monthly donors called Truthpartners. Learn more about this Gospel-sharing team or become one today. Thanks for listening to Truth For Life!

Psalm 73:26
26 My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
1 “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me.
13 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.
14 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.
15 According to the Lord’s word, we tell you that we who are still alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will certainly not precede those who have fallen asleep.
16 For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first.
17 After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever.
18 Therefore encourage one another with these words.
Isaiah 53:5
4 Surely he took up our pain and bore our suffering, yet we considered him punished by God, stricken by him, and afflicted.
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.
6 We all, like sheep, have gone astray, each of us has turned to our own way; and the LORD has laid on him the iniquity of us all.
Strong and Courageous - Joshua 1:9
9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”

Teachings on This Topic

Protected from Pain, Part 2
Protected from Pain, Part 2
Real Christian Families

"We Lost a Baby, Went Into Debt, and God Told Us to Close Our Business"When Christina opened her dream restaurant, she believed success meant building a business and making money — even if it meant missing out on her boys. Then came COVID, four years of no profit, crushing debt, and the heartbreaking loss of a baby. In the middle of the darkest season of her life, she heard God speak clearly: "Close the restaurant. For one year, just be a wife and a mom." What followed was a journey of healing, restoration, and an unexpected gift — a "restoration baby" named Olivia.This is a true story of a marriage tested by ambition, loss, and generational cycles of depression — and how surrendering control led to a family made whole.Subscribe for more at https://parentcompass.tv/subscribe.Download the Parent Compass App.To have a conversation about Christ or to ask for prayer text or call 817-760-2643, or click the blue chat button in the right lower corner on https://parentcompass.tv.To be emailed information about Christ fill out the form at https://parentcompass.tv/know-christ.Parent Compass is an award-winning, donor-funded series bringing God's love to families worldwide. Support the mission: https://parentcompass.tv/donate

Christians Grieve Too! (Part 1 of 2)
Christians Grieve Too! (Part 1 of 2)
Alistair Begg

The death of a loved one is one of the most challenging experiences we may ever face. So as a believer, how should we face death and grieve loss in a way that’s decidedly different from unbelievers? That’s our topic on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series A Study in 1 Thessalonians, Volume 2’ • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a donation of any amount. • FREE AUDIOBOOK! In our polarized culture, disagreement is often seen as combative and offensive. What if there were a way to do it well? Download your free copy of The Art of Disagreeing by Gavin Ortlund and master how to disagree with kindness and influence. Request yours at ‘truthforlife.org/disagree.’ Helpful Resources - Learn about God's salvation plan - Read our most recent articles - Subscribe to our daily devotional Follow Us YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | X This listener-funded program features the clear, relevant Bible teaching of Alistair Begg. Today’s program and nearly 3,000 messages can be streamed and shared for free at tfl.org thanks to the generous giving from monthly donors called Truthpartners. Learn more about this Gospel-sharing team or become one today. Thanks for listening to Truth For Life!

Your Daily Verse - Romans 8:28
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.
4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort,
4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.
5 For just as we share abundantly in the sufferings of Christ, so also our comfort abounds through Christ.
6 If we are distressed, it is for your comfort and salvation; if we are comforted, it is for your comfort, which produces in you patient endurance of the same sufferings we suffer.
7 And our hope for you is firm, because we know that just as you share in our sufferings, so also you share in our comfort.
8 We do not want you to be uninformed, brothers and sisters, about the troubles we experienced in the province of Asia. We were under great pressure, far beyond our ability to endure, so that we despaired of life itself.
9 Indeed, we felt we had received the sentence of death. But this happened that we might not rely on ourselves but on God, who raises the dead.
10 He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and he will deliver us again. On him we have set our hope that he will continue to deliver us,
11 as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our behalf for the gracious favor granted us in answer to the prayers of many.
12 Now this is our boast: Our conscience testifies that we have conducted ourselves in the world, and especially in our relations with you, with integrity and godly sincerity. We have done so, relying not on worldly wisdom but on God’s grace.
Psalm 19:14 - Oh Lord, My Rock
1 The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.
2 Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they reveal knowledge.
3 They have no speech, they use no words; no sound is heard from them.
4 Yet their voice goes out into all the earth, their words to the ends of the world. In the heavens God has pitched a tent for the sun.
5 It is like a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, like a champion rejoicing to run his course.
6 It rises at one end of the heavens and makes its circuit to the other; nothing is deprived of its warmth.
7 The law of the LORD is perfect, refreshing the soul. The statutes of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple.
8 The precepts of the LORD are right, giving joy to the heart. The commands of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes.
9 The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever. The decrees of the LORD are firm, and all of them are righteous.
10 They are more precious than gold, than much pure gold; they are sweeter than honey, than honey from the honeycomb.
11 By them your servant is warned; in keeping them there is great reward.
12 But who can discern their own errors? Forgive my hidden faults.
13 Keep your servant also from willful sins; may they not rule over me. Then I will be blameless, innocent of great transgression.
14 May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.
It's all in the timing - Ecclesiastes 3:1-2
1 There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens:
2 a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot,
3 a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to tear down and a time to build,
4 a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance,
5 a time to scatter stones and a time to gather them, a time to embrace and a time to refrain from embracing,
6 a time to search and a time to give up, a time to keep and a time to throw away,
7 a time to tear and a time to mend, a time to be silent and a time to speak,
8 a time to love and a time to hate, a time for war and a time for peace.
9 What do workers gain from their toil?
10 I have seen the burden God has laid on the human race.
11 He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end.
12 I know that there is nothing better for people than to be happy and to do good while they live.
13 That each of them may eat and drink, and find satisfaction in all their toil—this is the gift of God.
14 I know that everything God does will endure forever; nothing can be added to it and nothing taken from it. God does it so that people will fear him.
15 Whatever is has already been, and what will be has been before; and God will call the past to account.
16 And I saw something else under the sun: In the place of judgment—wickedness was there, in the place of justice—wickedness was there.
17 I said to myself, “God will bring into judgment both the righteous and the wicked, for there will be a time for every activity, a time to judge every deed.”