When someone passes away, sending flowers with a heartfelt message can comfort grieving families. Including a short Bible verse on a funeral flower card is a meaningful way to express sympathy, faith, and hope. Here are 25 short Bible verses that are ideal for funeral flower cards. These verses convey love, peace, and the promise of eternal life.
Comforting Verses About God’s Presence
These verses remind us of God's constant love and guidance during difficult times.
1. 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.”
2. Isaiah 41:10
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God.”
3. Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
4. Matthew 5:4
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”
5. John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you.”
Verses Highlighting Eternal Life
These verses offer hope by focusing on the promise of eternal life through Christ.
6. John 11:25
“I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live.”
7. Romans 8:38-39
“Nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
8. 1 Corinthians 15:55
“O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting?”
9. 2 Corinthians 5:8
“We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord.”
10. Revelation 21:4
“He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more.”
Verses About God’s Love and Peace
These verses emphasize the peace and love that come from trusting in God.
11. Psalm 34:18
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
12. Philippians 4:7
“The peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds.”
13. Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing.”
14. Psalm 119:50
“This is my comfort in my affliction, that your promise gives me life.”
15. 2 Thessalonians 3:16
“Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times.”
Short and Simple Verses for Any Card
These concise verses are perfect for small cards and communicate profound truths.
16. Psalm 73:26
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart.”
17. Proverbs 3:5
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart.”
18. John 3:16
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son.”
19. Isaiah 40:31
“Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.”
20. Matthew 11:28
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
Verses About Hope and Faith
These verses are uplifting reminders of hope and faith in the Lord’s promises.
21. Hebrews 11:1
“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.”
22. Romans 8:18
“The sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.”
23. Lamentations 3:22-23
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end.”
24. Psalm 116:15
“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.”
25. 2 Timothy 4:7
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”
Including a verse on your funeral flower card is a thoughtful way to share God’s word and bring peace to grieving hearts. Choose one that speaks to the situation and honors the loved one's memory.
