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John 11:35
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Jesus wept.
About John 11:35
John 11:35 is one of the Bible's foundational texts on Empathy in the Bible, Deep Grief in the Bible, and Grief and Mourning in the Bible. Found in the gospel of John, this New Testament passage has guided believers through every season of life.
Cross References
- Psalms 34:18
“The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”
- Matthew 5:4
“Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.”
- Psalms 147:3
“He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.”
- Revelation 21:4
“And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.”
- 2 Corinthians 1:3
“Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort;”
Related Verses
- Romans 12:15
“Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep.”
- Galatians 6:2
“Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.”
- Hebrews 4:15
“For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin.”
- 1 Peter 3:8
“Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous:”
- Colossians 3:12
“Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;”
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Promises and Prayers Connected to This Verse
Divine Promises
- The LORD Is Nigh Unto Them That Are of a Broken Heart
Prayer Points
- A Lament Grounded in Psalm 34:18
How to Apply John 11:35
Meditate on John 11:35 by reading it aloud each morning this week. Ask yourself how its message on the theme of Empathy in the Bible applies to a current challenge you are facing. Write one specific step you will take today in response to its truth — and revisit that commitment at the end of the week.