Losing a loved one is one of life’s most profound challenges, and for your friend who has recently lost her father, finding solace and strength in faith can be a source of immense support. The Bible offers a wealth of verses that speak to the heartache of loss, providing comfort and reminding us of the hope and peace found in God’s promises.
As you seek to uplift your friend during this difficult time, sharing these 30 Bible verses can help her feel seen and supported. Each verse serves as a gentle reminder of God’s love, the assurance of His presence, and the hope of eternal life, helping her navigate through her grief and find a path toward healing.
The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God.
Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me.
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him.
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles.
My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.
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.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
To provide for those who grieve in Zion— to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning.
It is better to go to a house of mourning than to go to a house of feasting, for death is the destiny of everyone; the living should take this to heart.
This is my comfort in my affliction, that your promise gives me life.
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.
A man who has friends must himself be friendly, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness.
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
But now he is dead; why should I fast? Can I bring him back again? I shall go to him, but he will not return to me.
Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you.
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
Let your steadfast love comfort me according to your promise to your servant.
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.
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.
For a day in your courts is better than a thousand elsewhere.
And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.
Famous and Strong Quotes about a friend who lost her dad
For death is but a bridge that leads us to a beautiful reunion.
There are far better things ahead than any we leave behind.
We may encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated.
Death is nothing at all. I have only slipped away into the next room.
The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are strong at the broken places.
Prayer for Comfort in Loss
Heavenly Father,
Today we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up our dear friend who is mourning the loss of her father. Lord, in this time of deep sorrow, we ask for Your comforting presence to surround her. May she feel Your loving embrace and find solace in Your unending grace.
We pray that You grant her peace amidst the pain and strength in her weakness. Help her to cherish the beautiful memories shared with her dad, and may those joyful moments bring her comfort in the days ahead. We ask that You guide her through this season of grief, providing her with friends and family who can support her and share in the healing journey.
Lord, remind her that she is never alone and that Your love will carry her through the darkest of times. Surround her with Your light and let her heart find rest in the hope of eternal life, where she will be reunited with her beloved father one day.
In Your boundless love and mercy, we trust. Amen.