“The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
bible verses about emotional trauma
God’s Comfort in Times of Pain
Psalm 34:18
“The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble.”
Matthew 11:28
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
Psalm 147:3
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
Isaiah 41:10
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
John 16:33
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
Philippians 4:6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
1 Peter 5:7
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
Revelation 21:4
“‘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.’”
Finding Hope Through God’s Promises
Jeremiah 29:11
“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.”
Psalm 42:11
“Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.”
Isaiah 40:31
“But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint.”
Romans 8:28
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
Isaiah 30:18
“Yet the LORD longs to be gracious to you; therefore he will rise up to show you compassion. For the LORD is a God of justice. Blessed are all who wait for him!”
Lamentations 3:22-23
“Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
Romans 5:3-4
“Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.”
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
Hebrews 10:23
“Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.”
Psalm 119:50
“My comfort in my suffering is this: Your promise preserves my life.”
The Strength Found in Faith
Philippians 4:13
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”
Isaiah 26:3
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast because they trust in you.”
Psalm 73:26
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
2 Timothy 1:7
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love and self-discipline.”
Matthew 17:20
“He replied, ‘Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, “Move from here to there,” and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.'”
Psalm 91:1-2
“Whoever dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'”
1 Chronicles 16:11
“Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always.”
2 Corinthians 12:9
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.”
Isaiah 40:29
“He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.”
Healing from Emotional Pain
James 5:16
“Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.”
Jeremiah 30:17
“But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,’ declares the LORD.”
Psalm 30:2
“LORD my God, I called to you for help, and you healed me.”
Mark 5:34
“He said to her, ‘Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.'”
Proverbs 14:30
“A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.”
Matthew 9:35
“Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness.”
Luke 4:18
“The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free.”
Isaiah 53:5
“But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds, we are healed.”
Matthew 11:30
“For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
Psalms 147:6
“The LORD sustains the humble but casts the wicked to the ground.”
Overcoming Fear and Anxiety
Isaiah 43:1-2
“But now, this is what the LORD says—he who created you, Jacob, he who formed you, Israel: ‘Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.'”
Psalm 56:3
“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.”
Luke 12:25-26
“Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life? Since you cannot do this very little thing, why do you worry about the rest?”
Philippians 4:19
“And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.”
Isaiah 26:3
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast because they trust in you.”
Psalm 91:5-6
“You will not fear the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by day, nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness, nor the plague that destroys at midday.”
Matthew 6:34
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”
Hebrews 13:6
“So we say with confidence, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?'”
Psalm 112:7
“They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the LORD.”
Romans 8:15
“The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship. And by him we cry, ‘Abba, Father.'”
The Role of Community and Support
Romans 12:15
“Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.”
Galatians 6:2
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
Hebrews 10:24-25
“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.”
Proverbs 27:17
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.”
1 Corinthians 12:26
“If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it.”
James 1:27
“Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.”
Acts 2:46-47
“Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.”
Philippians 1:3-5
“I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now.”
2 Peter 1:7
“And to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love.”
Colossians 3:13
“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”
Final Thoughts
Dealing with emotional trauma is a journey that many of us face at different points in our lives. The Bible offers us many verses that bring comfort and hope during tough times. We can turn to God’s promises and find peace even amidst our struggles.
It’s reassuring to know that we are not alone, for God walks with us through our pain. We can find strength in our faith, and we are encouraged to support one another within our communities. Remember to lean on those around us, share our burdens, and know that healing is possible.
As we explore more of God’s Word, let’s keep our hearts open to His healing presence. If you’re interested in further topics that may help, check out more resources like Bible topics to deepen our understanding and bring comfort into our lives.