Grief is a part of life that we all must face. Unfortunately, it can be overwhelming, heartbreaking, and difficult to deal with in our own unique ways.
Whether we’re struggling through the loss of a loved one, contending with deeper losses such as homesickness or just feeling a bit of melancholy, it is important to draw upon hope and faith in order to make it through.
One way to find solace is through Christian music, so here I present you with 12 of the best Christian songs about grief that will help you find comfort and strength during difficult times.
1. The Hurt & The Healer by MercyMe
Key Lyrics
I’m alive
Even though a part of me has died
You take my heart and breathe it back to life
I’ve fallen into Your arms open wide
When the hurt and the healer collide
2. I Am Not Alone by Kari Jobe
Key Lyrics
In the midst of deep sorrow
I see your light is breaking through
The dark night will not over take me
I am pressing into you
Lord you fight my every battle
And I will not fear
3. Oh My Soul by Casting Crowns
Key Lyrics
Oh, my soul
You are not alone
There’s a place where fear
Has to face the God you know
One more day
He will make a way
Let Him show you how
You can lay this down
‘Cause you’re not alone
4. He Knows by Jeremy Camp
Key Lyrics
He knows
He knows
Every hurt and every sting
He has walked the suffering
He knows
He knows
Let your burdens come undone
Lift your eyes up to the one
Who knows
He knows
5. Just Be Held by Casting Crowns
Key Lyrics
So when you’re on your knees and answers seem so far away
You’re not alone, stop holding on and just be held
Your world’s not falling apart, it’s falling into place
I’m on the throne, stop holding on and just be held
Just be held, just be held
6. Healing Begins by Tenth Avenue North
Key Lyrics
This is where the healing begins, oh
This is where the healing starts
When you come to where you’re broken within
The light meets the dark
The light meets the dark
7. I Still Believe by Jeremy Camp
Key Lyrics
‘Cause I still believe in Your faithfulness
‘Cause I still believe in Your truth
‘Cause I still believe in Your holy word
And even when I don’t see, I still believe
8. Tell Your Heart to Beat Again by Danny Gokey
Key Lyrics
Tell your heart to beat again
Close your eyes and breathe it in
Let the shadows fall away
Step into the light of grace
Yesterday’s a closing door
You don’t live there anymore
Say goodbye to where you’ve been
And tell your heart to beat again
9. Be Still My Soul (In You I Rest) by Kari Jobe
Key Lyrics
Be still, my soul, The Lord is on thy side
Bear patiently, the cross of grief or pain
Leave to thy God, to order and provide
In every change, He faithful will remain
Be still, my soul, thy best thy heavenly friend
Through thorny ways, leads to a joyful end
10. Even When It Hurts (Praise Song) by Hillsong UNITED
Key Lyrics
Even when my strength is lost
I’ll praise You
Even when I have no song
I’ll praise You
Even when it’s hard to find the words
Louder then I’ll sing Your praise
11. Scars in Heaven by Casting Crowns
Key Lyrics
The only scars in Heaven, they won’t belong to me and you
There’ll be no such thing as broken, and all the old will be made new
And the thought that makes me smile now, even as the tears fall down
Is that the only scars in Heaven are on the hands that hold you now
12. I Will Rise by Chris Tomlin
Key Lyrics
And i will rise when he calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles’ wings
Before my god fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise
More Christian Songs About Grief
Here are some additional Christian songs about grief that can help you find comfort and peace:
- Trust In You by Lauren Daigle
- Dancing in the Sky by Dani and Lizzy
- Go Rest High On That Mountain by Vince Gill
- Homesick by MercyMe
- You Wouldn’t Cry by Mandisa
- Cry Out to Jesus by Third Day
- The Other Side by Colton Dixon
Wrapping Up
So, there you have it – 12 of the best Christian songs about grief. These tracks can serve as a source of comfort, strength and hope during difficult times. The additional recommended songs listed can provide further solace during your healing journey. May you be blessed with peace and joy. Amen!
