In this article, we will explore a collection of these verses, each carrying its own message of healing, peace, and the enduring love of God. Whether you seek words of solace, encouragement, or simply a reminder of the eternal hope found in scripture, these Bible verses are here to offer support as you navigate the challenging journey of losing a beloved father.
Losing a father is a profound and deeply personal experience, one that can leave a void that seems impossible to fill. The Bible, as a source of spiritual wisdom and comfort, offers a wealth of verses that provide strength, hope, and reassurance to those mourning the death of a father.
Contents
Bible Verses About Death Of A Father
1. Psalm 34:18
“The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
2. Psalm 73:26
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
3. Isaiah 41:10
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
4. Matthew 5:4
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”
5. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction.”
6. Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
7. Revelation 21:4
“He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.”
8. John 14:1-3
“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house, there are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also.”
9. Psalm 147:3
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
10. Romans 8:38-39
“For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
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11. Psalm 30:5
“For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning.”
12. Psalm 147:3
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
13. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14
“But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep.”
14. Psalm 34:18
“The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
15. Revelation 21:4
“He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.”
16. 2 Corinthians 5:8
“Yes, we are of good courage, and we would rather be away from the body and at home with the Lord.”
17. Psalm 73:26
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
18. Isaiah 41:10
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
19. Matthew 5:4
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”
20. John 11:25-26
“Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he dies, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?'”
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21. Psalm 23:4
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
22. Psalm 116:15
“Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.”
23. 2 Corinthians 5:1
“For we know that if the tent that is our earthly home is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.”
24. Revelation 14:13
“And I heard a voice from heaven saying, ‘Write this: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.’ ‘Blessed indeed,’ says the Spirit, ‘that they may rest from their labors, for their deeds follow them!'”
25. John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you; the peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”
26. Ecclesiastes 3:1-2
“For everything, there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted.”
27. Romans 14:8
“For if we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord. So then, whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord’s.”
28. 1 Corinthians 15:51-52
“Behold! I tell you a mystery. We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet.”
29. Psalm 34:18
“The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
30. Psalm 147:3
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
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31. Psalm 27:10
“For my father and my mother have forsaken me, but the LORD will take me in.”
32. Isaiah 40:31
“But they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.”
33. 1 Peter 5:10
“And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.”
34. Psalm 119:50
“This is my comfort in my affliction, that your promise gives me life.”
35. Psalm 55:22
“Cast your burden on the LORD, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved.”
36. Matthew 11:28-30
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavily laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”
37. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction.”
38. Psalm 34:17
“When the righteous cry for help, the LORD hears and delivers them out of all their troubles.”
39. Psalm 121:1-2
“I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth.”
40. 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.”
Strength and Faith: Bible Verses to Navigate the Death of a Father
41. Psalm 46:1-2
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore, we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea.”
42. Psalm 73:26
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
43. Isaiah 41:10
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
44. Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”
45. 2 Corinthians 12:9-10
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”
46. Psalm 18:32
“the God who equipped me with strength and made my way blameless.”
47. 1 Peter 1:6-7
“In this, you rejoice, though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials, so that the tested genuineness of your faith—more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire—may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.”
48. Joshua 1:9
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”
49. Psalm 34:18
“The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
50. Psalm 91:1-2
“He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the LORD, ‘My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'”
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51. Psalm 34:18
“The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
52. Psalm 73:26
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
53. Isaiah 41:10
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
54. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction.”
55. 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.”
56. Psalm 30:5
“For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning.”
57. Revelation 21:4
“He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.”
58. John 14:1-3
“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also.”
59. Psalm 147:3
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
60. 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.”
Conclusion
These verses remind us that even in the face of death, the love of a father, the memories we cherish, and the lessons learned endure as a testament to the profound impact they had on our lives.
Moreover, the scriptures assure us that God, our heavenly Father, is a constant source of strength and solace, ready to mend the brokenhearted and offer peace that surpasses understanding. As we reflect on these verses, may we find reassurance in the knowledge that we are never alone in our grief.
