40 Comforting Bible Verses About Death

If you’re here, maybe your heart is heavy. Maybe you’re facing a loss, your own fears, or just the weight of life’s fragility. It’s okay. We’ve all been in that place where the ground feels unsteady. 

In moments like these, we need more than platitudes. We need truth we can hold onto. The Bible does not shy away from our hard questions about death. Instead, it meets us right in the middle of our grief and fear. The profound comfort we find in Bible verses about death gives us promises that are solid and a hope that truly lasts.

Let us walk through these verses together, looking for light.

Lean on These Comforting Bible Verses About Death

An empty stone tomb viewed from the inside looking out. In the foreground, a white burial cloth lies draped on a stone bench. The large circular stone that sealed the entrance has been rolled aside, revealing a bright blue sky with soft white clouds. In the distance, three wooden crosses stand silhouetted on a hill against the horizon.

1. Ecclesiastes 3:1-2 (NIV)

“3 There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens: 2 a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot,”

Ecclesiastes 3:1-2

2. Psalm 23:4 (NIV)

“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff,  they comfort me.”

Psalm 23:4

3. John 11:25-26 (NIV)

“Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; 26 and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?’ ”

John 11:25-26

4. Romans 6:23 (NIV)

“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

Romans 6:23

5. 1 Corinthians 15:55-57 (NIV)

“ ‘Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?’ 56 The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. 57 But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.”

1 Corinthians 15:55-57

6. Revelation 21:4 (NIV)

“ ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’[a] or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.’ ”

Revelation 21:4

7. Philippians 1:21 (NIV)

“For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.”

Philippians 1:21

8. Job 14:5 (NIV)

 “A person’s days are determined; you have decreed the number of his months and have set limits he cannot exceed.”

Job 14:5

9. Psalm 116:15 (NIV)

“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful servants.”

Psalm 116:15

10. Hebrews 9:27 (NIV)

“Just as people are destined to die once, and after that to face judgment,”

Hebrews 9:27

11. Isaiah 25:8 (NIV)

“   he will swallow up death forever. The Sovereign Lord will wipe away the tears from all faces; he will remove his people’s disgrace from all the earth. The Lord has spoken.”

Isaiah 25:8

12. 2 Corinthians 5:8 (NIV)

“We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord.”

2 Corinthians 5:8

13. Luke 23:43 (NIV)

“Jesus answered him, ‘Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.’ ”

Luke 23:43

14. 1 Thessalonians 4:13 (NIV)

“Brothers and 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. “

1 Thessalonians 4:13

15. 1 Thessalonians 4:14 (NIV)

 “For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him.’ ”

1 Thessalonians 4:14

16. Revelation 20:14 (NIV)

“Then death and Hades were thrown into the lake of fire. The lake of fire is the second death.”

Revelation 20:14

17. Matthew 10:28 (NIV)

“Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather, be afraid of the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell.”

Matthew 10:28

18. Psalm 90:10 (NIV)

“Our days may come to seventy years, or eighty, if our strength endures; yet the best of them are but trouble and sorrow, for they quickly pass, and we fly away.”

Psalm 90:10

19. John 5:28-29 (NIV)

“Do not be amazed at this, for a time is coming when all who are in their graves will hear his voice and come out—those who have done what is good will rise to live, and those who have done what is evil will rise to be condemned.”

John 5:28-29

20. Romans 14:8 (NIV)

“If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.”

Romans 14:8

21. 1 Corinthians 15:26 (NIV)

“The last enemy to be destroyed is death.”

1 Corinthians 15:26

22. 2 Timothy 1:10 (NIV)

“but it has now been revealed through the appearing of our Savior, Christ Jesus, who has destroyed death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel.”

2 Timothy 1:10

23. John 11:25-26 (NIV)

“Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die. Do you believe this?’”

John 11:25-26

24. Philippians 1:21 (NIV)

“For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain.”

Philippians 1:21

25. Ecclesiastes 3:2 (NIV)

“ a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot,”

Ecclesiastes 3:2

26. Revelation 21:4 (NIV)

“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

27. Psalm 23:4 (NIV)

“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”

Psalm 23:4

28. Matthew 5:4 (NIV)

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”

Matthew 5:4

29. Isaiah 38:18-19 (NIV)

“For the grave cannot praise you, death cannot sing your praise; those who go down to the pit cannot hope for your faithfulness. 19 The living, the living—they praise you, as I am doing today; parents tell their children about your faithfulness.”

Isaiah 38:18-19

30. Romans 6:23 (NIV)

“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in[a] Christ Jesus our Lord.”

Romans 6:23

31. Psalm 116:15 (NIV)

“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful servants.”

Psalm 116:15

32. 1 Peter 5:10 (NIV)

“And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.”

1 Peter 5:10

33. John 14:1-3 (NIV)

“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. 2 My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.”

John 14:1-3

34. 2 Corinthians 5:1 (NIV)

“For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands.”

2 Corinthians 5:1

35. Hebrews 9:27 (NIV)

“Just as people are destined to die once, and after that to face judgment,”

Hebrews 9:27

36. Isaiah 25:8 (NIV)

“he will swallow up death forever. The Sovereign Lord will wipe away the tears from all faces; he will remove his people’s disgrace from all the earth. The Lord has spoken.”

Isaiah 25:8

37. Revelation 14:13 (NIV)

“Then I heard a voice from heaven say, ‘Write this: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.’ “Yes,” says the Spirit, “they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them.’ ”

Revelation 14:13

38. 1 John 5:11-12 (NIV)

“And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. 12 Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life.”

1 John 5:11-12

39. Matthew 27:52-53 (NIV)

“and the tombs broke open. The bodies of many holy people who had died were raised to life. 53 They came out of the tombs after Jesus’ resurrection and went into the holy city and appeared to many people.”

Matthew 27:52-53

40. Job 19:25-26 (NIV)

“I know that my redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand on the earth. 26 And after my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I will see God.”

Job 19:25-26

Common Questions for Bible Verses About Death

What is the Bible verse for death?

One of the most prominent Bible verses regarding death is John 11:25, where Jesus says, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die”. Another frequent choice for comfort is Psalm 23:4, which reassures, “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me”.

What’s a good Bible verse for a funeral?

For a funeral, a short and powerful verse is Psalm 34:18, which promises that “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit”. Another deeply comforting choice is Revelation 21:4, which offers hope by stating God “will wipe every tear from their eyes” and there will be “no more death or mourning or crying or pain”. These verses are widely chosen for their direct and soothing messages during times of loss. 

What to say biblically when someone dies?

When offering biblical comfort, focus on God’s nearness to the grieving and the hope of resurrection. You can gently share that the Lord is close to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18) and that Jesus has conquered death for all who believe (1 Corinthians 15:55-57). A simple, heartfelt “I am praying for Christ’s peace to surround you” is a powerful and supportive gift.

What is God’s promise after death?

God’s promise after death is eternal life and a restored creation for those who trust in Jesus. He promises resurrection into a new, imperishable body and a world free from mourning, pain, and death itself. There we will live fully in His presence, transformed into who we were always meant to be.

What is the most comforting quote for death?

One of the most comforting quotes comes from Jesus in John 11:25-26: “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die.” This promise is profoundly comforting because it directly answers our deepest fear with the assurance of eternal life and His personal presence.

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John Michaels

John Michaels is a Christian writer for Faithful Christian Life, where he is passionate about creating content that honors God and encourages the church. He writes to spread the Word and help people walk through everyday life with faith and grace.

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