Overcoming Tragedy and Coping Bible Verses

We all have our little ups and downs. Everyone goes through hard times every now and then. If you know of someone who is dealing with some tough issues or hard life changes, these uplifting Bible Verses may help them remember that God loves His children and wants us to be happy. Bring a smile to their face and hope in their heart with a lovingly made greeting card.

Numbers 6:25-26
The Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace.

Deuteronomy 31:6 
Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.
*This wonderful Verse inspired the poem "Footprints" which can be found on our Biblical Poetry page

1 Chronicles 16:11
Seek the Lord and His strength;  seek His presence continually

Psalm 23:4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.

Psalm 34:14
Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.

Psalm 56:3
When I am afraid, I will trust in You Lord

Psalm 119:105
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path.

John 3:16
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

John 10:10
...I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.

Isaiah 30:18
Yet the Lord longs to be gracious to you; He rises to show you compassion. For the Lord is a God of justice. Blessed are all who wait for him!

Isaiah 41:10
Fear not, for I am with you;  be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you,  I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.

Jeremiah 29:11
11 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.

Romans 5:1
Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ,

Philippians 4:6
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.

Philippians 4:7
And the peace of God, which surpasses every thought, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 4:13 
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

Philippians 4:19
And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.

James 1:5
If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.

John 14:27
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 and do not be afraid.

Colossians 3:15
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.

2 Thessalonians 3:16
Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.