Need a bible verse for child to read at funeral?

Question

My 37 year old brother in law just tragically died of a pulmonary embolism. There will be a large memorial service and his daughter asked to read a bible verse. Any ideas on a verse appropriate for a child in this situation

Answer 1

Wait...your daughter (the decedent`s niece) or his daughter? Either way a girl that age might be too emotional to get up and read. Particularly if it is her father -- getting through the day is all that can really be expected of her and that will be a stretch.

I am so sorry about your brother in law and sorry for your wife/sister and the whole family.

To actually answer your question and provide something for (hopefully someone else) to read:

Isaiah 40:31

but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust."

Psalm 91:1-2

After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever.

I Thessalonians 4:17

I also love Psalm 119.

All the best to you but his own underage children should actually be sheltered rather than made to get up and do this. I would urge the family if you have any influence to consider this. Even if they seem okay now the memorial service is a different story. If it is your daughter -- her uncle died -- that is one thing but iffy. If it is HIS daughter. She will be doing well to get through the day without collapse.

Answer 2

Revelation   21: 3,4

Answer 3

I'm so sorry for your loss.

My suggestion would be for your niece to ask her pastor for guidance, as she clearly is involved in her church..........

Answer 4

http://www.essex1.com/people/paul/bible4...

http://gardenofpraise.com/biblst49.htm

http://nitewriter.net/BibleScripturestoC...

The third link deals directly with death and grieving.