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What does the Bible say about broken heart?

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The Bible teaches that God draws near to those crushed by sorrow, receives their humble faith, and supplies grace, peace, and lasting hope through Christ. Psalms 34:18 and 147:3 assure sufferers that the Lord is near and heals the brokenhearted. A contrite heart, not outward strength, is pleasing to God (Psalms 51:17). Believers may cast every burden on Him (1 Peter 5:7), trust His guidance (Proverbs 3:5-6), and rest in Christ's peace (John 14:27). Though weakness remains, God's grace is sufficient (2 Corinthians 12:9), and He promises a final day when He will wipe away every tear (Revelation 21:4).

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  • Psalms 34:18

    Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, And saves those who have a crushed spirit.

  • Psalms 147:3

    He heals the broken in heart, And binds up their wounds.

  • 1 Peter 5:7

    casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.

  • John 14:27

    Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you; not as the world gives, give I to you. Don't let your heart be troubled, neither let it be fearful.

  • Psalms 51:17

    The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit. A broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.

  • Psalms 73:26

    My flesh and my heart fails, But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.

  • Proverbs 3:5-6

    [5] Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, And don't lean on your own understanding. [6] In all your ways acknowledge him, And he will direct your paths.

  • Isaiah 41:10

    Don't you be afraid, for I am with you; don't be dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you; yes, I will help you; yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.

  • 2 Corinthians 12:9

    He has said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Most gladly therefore I will rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest on me.

  • Revelation 21:4

    He will wipe away from them every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more; neither will there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain, any more. The first things have passed away."

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