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14 Bible Verses on Sadness

14 verses

In times of sorrow, Scripture offers comfort and reassurance, reminding believers that God is near to the brokenhearted. The Psalms, particularly Psalms 34:18 and Psalms 55:22, express the depths of human emotion while affirming God's presence and care. Jesus' words in John 14:1 encourage His followers not to let their hearts be troubled, but to trust in Him. Additionally, Psalms 18:2 and Jeremiah 29:11 reveal God's desire to bring hope and a future to those who are hurting, reminding them that He is their rock and redeemer.

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The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit.
John 14:1
“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe in Me as well.
Cast your burden upon the LORD and He will sustain you; He will never let the righteous be shaken.
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope.
The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.
Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.
Is any one of you suffering? He should pray. Is anyone cheerful? He should sing praises.
If you remain in Me and My words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.
And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you.
I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.
For this God is our God forever and ever; He will be our guide even till death.
If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
My Father who has given them to Me is greater than all. No one can snatch them out of My Father’s hand.
Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.”

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