愛する人を亡くした時のための珠玉の24の聖句

God’s Comfort in Grief:

詩篇 34:18

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”

黙想： This verse reminds us that God is especially near to those who are grieving. In our deepest pain, He offers His presence and salvation.

マタイの福音書 5:4

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

黙想： Jesus assures us that grief is not the end of the story. Those who mourn are blessed because they will experience God’s comfort.

コリント人への手紙 第二 1:3-4

「私たちの主イエス・キリストの父なる神、慈愛に満ちた父、あらゆる慰めに満ちた神がほめたたえられますように。神は、どのような苦しみのときにも、私たちを慰めてくださいます。それで私たちも、自分たちが神から受ける慰めをもって、あらゆる苦しみの中にある人々を慰めることができるのです。」

黙想： Our experiences of God’s comfort in grief equip us to comfort others. Our pain can become a ministry to those who are hurting.

Hope in Resurrection:

テサロニケ人への手紙 第一 4:13-14

“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. 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.”

黙想： For Christians, death is not the end. Our grief is tempered by the hope of resurrection and reunion with our loved ones in Christ.

ヨハネの福音書 11:25-26

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

黙想： In Christ, death loses its finality. This promise offers profound hope to those grieving the loss of a loved one who believed in Jesus.

コリント人への手紙 第一 15:54-55

“When the perishable has been clothed with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality, then the saying that is written will come true: ‘Death has been swallowed up in victory.’ ‘Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?'”

黙想： The resurrection promise transforms our understanding of death. It is not a final defeat but a temporary separation overcome by Christ’s victory.

God’s Presence in Sorrow:

「主ご自身があなたの先に進まれる。主があなたとともにおられる。主はあなたを見放さず、あなたを見捨てない。恐れてはならない。おののいてはならない。」

「たとい、死の陰の谷を歩くことがあっても、私はわざわいを恐れません。あなたが私とともにおられますから。あなたのむちとあなたの杖、それが私の慰めです。」

黙想： God’s presence remains constant even in our deepest grief. His guidance and protection offer comfort in the midst of sorrow.

イザヤ書 41:10

「恐れるな。わたしはあなたとともにいる。たじろぐな。わたしがあなたの神だからだ。わたしはあなたを強め、あなたを助け、わたしの義の右の手で、あなたをささえる。」

黙想： God promises not only His presence but also His strength and support during times of loss and grief.

詩篇 46:1

「神はわれらの避け所、また力。苦しむとき、そこにある助け。」

黙想： In times of grief, we can find shelter and strength in God. He is not distant but ever-present in our troubles.

Eternal Perspective:

ヨハネの黙示録 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.”

黙想： This verse offers hope by pointing to a future where grief and loss will be no more. It reminds us that our current sorrows are temporary in light of eternity.

2 Corinthians 4:17-18

“For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.”

黙想： While grief feels heavy, this passage encourages us to view our sorrows in light of eternity. Our pain has purpose and is outweighed by future glory.

Romans 8:18

“I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.”

黙想： This verse encourages believers to maintain an eternal perspective. The pain of loss, though real, is temporary compared to the eternal joy that awaits.

God’s Love in Times of Loss:

ローマ人への手紙 8:38-39

“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

黙想： Even in death, nothing can separate us from God’s love. This assurance can bring comfort to those grieving, knowing that their loved ones in Christ remain in God’s love.

哀歌 3:22-23

「主の大きな愛があるからこそ、私たちは滅び尽くされることがありません。主のあわれみは尽きることがないからです。それは朝ごとに新しく、あなたの真実は大きいのです。」

黙想： God’s faithful love sustains us through grief. Each day brings new mercies and the strength to face our loss.

詩篇 147:3

「主は心の打ち砕かれた者を癒やし、その傷を包んでくださる。」

黙想： God is actively involved in our healing process. He doesn’t just observe our pain but works to mend our broken hearts.

Finding Strength in God:

イザヤ書 40:31

「しかし、主を待ち望む者は新しく力を得、鷲のように翼をかって上ることができる。走ってもたゆまず、歩いても疲れない。」

黙想： Grief can be exhausting, but this verse promises renewed strength for those who place their hope in God.

ピリピ人への手紙 4:13

「私は、私を強くしてくださる方によって、どんなことでもできるのです。」

黙想： Through Christ, we can find the strength to face the challenges of grief and loss. Our ability to endure comes from Him.

ネヘミヤ記 8:10

“Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”

黙想： Even in times of sorrow, we can find strength in the joy that comes from our relationship with God. This joy doesn’t negate our grief but helps us bear it.

Peace in the Midst of Grief:

ヨハネの福音書 14:27

「わたしは、平安をあなたがたに残して行きます。わたしは、わたしの平安をあなたがたに与えます。わたしがあなたがたに与えるのは、世が与えるのとは違います。あなたがたは心を騒がしてはなりません。恐れてはなりません。」

黙想： Jesus offers a unique peace that can sustain us even in times of loss. This peace goes beyond mere absence of conflict to a deep, abiding calm.

ピリピ人への手紙 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.”

黙想： Through prayer, we can experience a peace that defies logic. This peace acts as a guard for our hearts and minds as we navigate grief.

「主は私の羊飼い。私は、乏しいことがありません。主は私を緑の牧場に伏させ、いこいの水のほとりに伴われます。主は私の魂を生き返らせてくださいます。」

“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”

黙想： Keeping our minds focused on God and trusting in Him can lead to a profound peace, even in the midst of loss and sorrow.

God’s Plan and Purpose:

ローマ人への手紙 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.”

黙想： While we may not understand why we face loss, we can trust that God is working even in our grief for our ultimate good and His purpose.

Ecclesiastes 3:1-4

“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens: a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot, a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to tear down and a time to build, a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance.”

黙想： This passage reminds us that grief is a natural part of life’s seasons. It acknowledges the reality of our pain while hinting at future healing and joy.

エレミヤ書 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.'”

黙想： Even in times of loss, we can trust in God’s good plans for us. This verse offers hope for the future, even when the present is filled with pain.