Scripture About Christian prayers for funerals

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5 Bible Verses

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Yea, 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.

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Psalm 23:4 • KJV

This classic funeral passage offers comfort during grief, reminding mourners that God provides strength and protection even in the darkest moments of loss. It speaks directly to the Christian belief of God's presence during times of death and mourning.

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But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.

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1 Thessalonians 4:13-14 • KJV

These verses provide hope for Christians mourning a believer's death, emphasizing that death is not the end for those who trust in Christ. The passage reassures believers that those who die in faith will be reunited with God.

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Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die.

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John 11:25-26 • KJV

This powerful statement by Jesus offers profound comfort at funerals, affirming the Christian belief in eternal life through faith. It provides hope that death is not a final ending for believers, but a transition to eternal life with Christ.

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And 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.

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Revelation 21:4 • KJV

This verse offers ultimate hope and comfort, promising a future where grief and suffering will be completely eliminated. It provides solace by describing a divine restoration that awaits believers after earthly life.

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

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Philippians 1:21 • KJV

This concise verse captures the Christian perspective on death as a transition rather than an end. It suggests that for believers, death is not a loss but a gain, as it brings them closer to Christ and eternal life.

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