Bible Verses About Grief

In sorrow and loss, Scripture draws near to the mourning. These verses about grief promise comfort and the nearness of God.

“Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.” — Matthew 5:4 (KJV)
“The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.” — Psalm 34:18 (KJV)
“And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying.” — Revelation 21:4 (KJV)
“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me.” — Psalm 23:4 (KJV)

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