If you are missing someone you love, remember that you are not alone in this matter. It is absolutely normal to feel really sad when you are separated from those you love. God knows that – it hurts. But the Bible has some really comforting words for moments like these, and I want to share them with you.
For all of us, this earth is just a temporary abode. Due to Adam’s disobedience, God cursed the world and death came into human existence. We have only a few days on this earth and have to depart immediately. We will all physically die, but we will be raised again and meet loved ones in heaven. When the apostles met the resurrected Jesus, they preached this reality. We shall be like Jesus, eagerly waiting to see our friends and relatives. If we listen to Jesus and keep his commandments, we can beat the sorrow of losing someone.
God loves you dearly, and even if you miss someone really badly, he is always present for you. His love satisfies the void in your heart. Therefore, when you are grieving, cling to what the Bible teaches—it is full of promises that can encourage and comfort you. Have faith that God has a plan.
Now, let’s look at some Bible verses discussing missing your loved one.
Contents
- 1 Comforting Bible Verses for Coping with Separation
- 2 Scriptures on God’s Presence During Times of Longing
- 3 Biblical Wisdom on Dealing with Loss and Absence
- 4 Verses to Strengthen Faith When Missing a Loved One
- 5 How to Find Hope in the Bible When Feeling Lonely
- 6 Prayers Inspired by Scripture for Those Missing Someone
- 7 Bible Passages on Reunion and Restored Relationships
- 8 Understanding God’s Plan When Separated from Loved Ones
Comforting Bible Verses for Coping with Separation
““Come to me, all you who are weary burdened, I will give you rest”
Matthew 11:28
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted
saves those who are crushed in spirit”Psalm 34:18
“So do not fear, for I am with you;
do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you help you;
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand”Isaiah 41:10
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled do not be afraid”
John 14:27
Scriptures on God’s Presence During Times of Longing
“Be strong courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.””
Deuteronomy 31:6
“Where can I go from your Spirit?
Where can I flee from your presence?
If I go up to the heavens, you are there;
if I make my bed in the depths, you are there.
If I rise on the wings of the dawn,
if I settle on the far side of the sea,
even there your hand will guide me,
your right hand will hold me fast”Psalm 139:7-10
“Keep your lives free from the love of money be content with what you have, because God has said“Never will I leave you;
never will I forsake you.””Hebrews 13:5
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.””
Joshua 1:9
“When you pass through the waters,
I will be with you;
when you pass through the rivers,
they will not sweep over you.
When you walk through the fire,
you will not be burned;
the flames will not set you ablaze”Isaiah 43:2
Biblical Wisdom on Dealing with Loss and Absence
“Brothers 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. For we believe that Jesus died rose again, so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him”
1 Thessalonians 4:13-14
“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord”
Romans 8:38-39
“‘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.””
Revelation 21:4
“Even though I walk
through the darkest valley,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod your staff,
they comfort me”Psalm 23:4
“Praise be to the God Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God”
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
“Blessed are those who mourn,
for they will be comforted”Matthew 5:4
Verses to Strengthen Faith When Missing a Loved One
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength”
Philippians 4:13
“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for assurance about what we do not see”
Hebrews 11:1
“But those who hope in the Lord
will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
they will run not grow weary,
they will walk not be faint”Isaiah 40:31
“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love self-discipline”
2 Timothy 1:7
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit”
Romans 15:13
“God is our refuge strength,
an ever-present help in trouble”Psalm 46:1
How to Find Hope in the Bible When Feeling Lonely
“Turn to me be gracious to me,
for I am lonely afflicted.
Relieve the troubles of my heart
free me from my anguish”Psalm 25:16-17
“For I am the Lord your God
who takes hold of your right hand
says to you, Do not fear;
I will help you”Isaiah 41:13
““I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.””
John 16:33
“The Lord your God is with you,
the Mighty Warrior who saves.
He will take great delight in you;
in his love he will no longer rebuke you,
but will rejoice over you with singing.””Zephaniah 3:17
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you”
1 Peter 5:7
Prayers Inspired by Scripture for Those Missing Someone
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts your minds in Christ Jesus”
Philippians 4:6-7
“Trust in him at all times, you people;
pour out your hearts to him,
for God is our refuge”Psalm 62:8
““Ask it will be given to you; seek you will find; knock the door will be opened to you”
Matthew 7:7
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer”
Romans 12:12
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful thankful”
Colossians 4:2
Bible Passages on Reunion and Restored Relationships
“For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known”
1 Corinthians 13:12
“I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, he will dwell with them. They will be his people, God himself will be with them be their God”
Revelation 21:3
“Those the Lord has rescued will return.
They will enter Zion with singing;
everlasting joy will crown their heads.
Gladness joy will overtake them,
sorrow sighing will flee away”Isaiah 51:11
“For this son of mine was dead is alive again; he was lost is found.’ So they began to celebrate”
Luke 15:24
““I will repay you for the years the locusts have eaten—
the great locust the young locust,
the other locusts the locust swarm—
my great army that I sent among you”Joel 2:25
Understanding God’s Plan When Separated from Loved Ones
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord , “plans to prosper you not to harm you, plans to give you hope a future”
Jeremiah 29:11
“We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose”
Romans 8:28
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart
lean not on your own understanding;
in all your ways submit to him,
he will make your paths straight”Proverbs 3:5-6
“There is a time for everything,
a season for every activity under the heavens”Ecclesiastes 3:1
““For my thoughts are not your thoughts,
neither are your ways my ways,”
declares the Lord .
“As the heavens are higher than the earth,
so are my ways higher than your ways
my thoughts than your thoughts”Isaiah 55:8-9
“The Lord makes firm the steps
of the one who delights in him”Psalm 37:23