subject: Loneliness And Bible [print this page] The bible, both Old and New Testament, are filled with stories about loneliness. Many people rely on the bible to guide them and give them comfort during times when they are alone and combatting loneliness.
The Bible on Loneliness
In one of many stories from the Old Testament, God called upon Jeremiah to live the lonely life of a prophet. Jeremiah's loneliness came as a result of his unyielding obedience to God. This is a story commonly reflected upon those suffering from loneliness as often feelings of loneliness are a result of the conflict between one's faith and the faith of family and friends.
Loneliness Bible Verses
The bible is literally filled with loneliness bible quotes and stories. The Psalms are one section of the Old Testament that many turn to in order to find comfort during times of loneliness. Here are a few of the most popular:
Psalm 25:16-17
"Turn to me and have mercy on me, because I am lonely and hurting.
My troubles have grown larger; free me from my problems."
Psalm 9:10
"And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O LORD, have not forsaken those who seek you." (ESV)
Psalm 28:7
"The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and I am helped. My heart leaps for joy and I will give thanks to him in song."
Psalm 147:3
"He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds."
Loneliness Bible Quotes
In addition to the Psalms, the bible is filled with other example quotes that provide guidance and comfort to those in need.
2 Timothy 4:16-17
"At my first defense, no one came to my support, but everyone deserted me. May it not be held against them. But the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. And I was delivered from the lion's mouth."
John 14:1-2, 27
"Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you."
Matthew 11:28 - 30
"Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light."
John 14:27
"Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid."
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."
So, one can easily see from these few examples that the bible is filled with quotes, verses and sayings about loneliness. It is a pervasive theme as many people struggling with faith often face loneliness and need support to overcome it and remain faithful.
