How to find promises

How to find promises in the Word for your loved ones and friends is easier now than ever. If you have a Bible, you can look in the back for the concordance.

Or you can go online, type in what your friend or loved one is going through, and there will be an expanse of information and scriptures to choose from.

Intercessory prayer isn’t about having perfect words. It is about having a willing heart.

That is the power of standing in the gap.

Intercession Prayer

One of the most beautiful examples of intercession is Abigail in 1 Samuel 25. While her husband Nabal acted foolishly and insulted David, Abigail responded with humility, wisdom, and courage. Her actions prevented bloodshed and saved her entire household.

Scriptures to Comfort and Encourage a Friend or Loved One in Pain

When someone is hurting—whether from grief, illness, betrayal, or daily struggles—Scripture offers deep comfort, assurance, and hope. These verses can be shared in person, read together, or used in prayer to remind them they are not alone.

1. God is Present and Will Strengthen You

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.” This verse reassures them that God is beside them and will provide strength www.monahodgson.com.

2. God Heals the Brokenhearted

Psalm 147:3 – “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” It speaks directly to emotional pain, promising restoration bibleweb.org+1.

3. God is Close to the Brokenhearted

Psalm 34:17-18 – “The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” This verse offers closeness and deliverance bibleweb.org+1.

4. Peace from God

John 14:27 – “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives.” It reminds them of God’s unique peace that transcends human understanding biblestudyforyou.com.

5. Hope in God’s Strength

Isaiah 40:29-31 – “He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak… they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” This verse promises renewed energy and endurance bibleweb.org.

6. God Comforts in All Troubles

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…” It shows that God’s comfort is available to them biblestudyforyou.com+1.

7. God’s Favor and Protection

Numbers 6:24-26 – “The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.” This blessing can be shared as a prayer over them www.monahodgson.com.

8. God’s Promise of Restoration

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.” It offers hope of ultimate healing biblestudyforyou.com.

9. Compassion and Support

Galatians 6:2 – “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.” It calls for mutual support in times of need biblerepository.com.

10. Forgiveness and Healing

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.” Forgiveness is part of God’s healing process biblestudyforyou.com.

How to Use These Verses

• Share them in person with a warm, encouraging tone.
• Read them together in prayer, asking God to comfort and strengthen them.
• Use them as a foundation for prayers of intercession.

Amen!

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