Bible verses about comfort, gathered from the King James Version (KJV) to read slowly, pray over, and return to.
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Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort;
2 Corinthians 1:3Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.
2 Corinthians 1:4The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.
Psalms 34:18Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
Matthew 5:4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Psalms 23:4Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
John 14:27He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.
Psalms 147:3Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Isaiah 41:10This is my comfort in my affliction: for thy word hath quickened me.
Psalms 119:50My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.
Psalms 73:26And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.
Revelation 21:4God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
Psalms 46:1As one whom his mother comforteth, so will I comfort you; and ye shall be comforted in Jerusalem.
Isaiah 66:13Now our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God, even our Father, which hath loved us, and hath given us everlasting consolation and good hope through grace,
2 Thessalonians 2:16Comfort your hearts, and stablish you in every good word and work.
2 Thessalonians 2:17In the multitude of my thoughts within me thy comforts delight my soul.
Psalms 94:19Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.
John 14:1
More on Comforting Bible Verses
On the hard days, the Bible’s comfort is not a platitude but a Person. Paul calls God “the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; who comforteth us in all our tribulation” (2 Corinthians 1:3-4). Comfort here is something received from God and then passed on to others who are hurting.
Many of these verses hold space for sorrow rather than rushing past it. “The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart” (Psalm 34:18); he “healeth the broken in heart” (Psalm 147:3); and he comforts “as one whom his mother comforteth” (Isaiah 66:13). Even in the darkest valley, “thou art with me” (Psalm 23:4).
And they lift the eyes to a final comfort — the day when God “shall wipe away all tears from their eyes” (Revelation 21:4).
Frequently asked questions
What are the most comforting Bible verses?
Among the most comforting are Psalm 23, Psalm 34:18 (“The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart”), 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, and Revelation 21:4. Each points to God’s nearness in pain.
What does the Bible say to comfort someone?
The Bible models comforting others with the comfort we’ve received from God (2 Corinthians 1:4). Sharing verses like Psalm 34:18 or Matthew 5:4, and simply being present, reflect the God who draws near to the brokenhearted.
What is a good Bible verse for comfort in hard times?
Psalm 34:18 is often shared: “The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.” John 14:27 and Psalm 23:4 are also frequently used.