46 Beautiful Bible Verses For Headstones for Mother

If you need some ideas for Bible verses for headstones for mother, you came to the right place. A headstone inscription to honor a loving mother is more than just a simple grave marker, and a Bible verse to adorn the gravestone of a faithful servant of Jesus Christ is the perfect inscription. The perfect Bible verse (or verses) should reflect both the faith of the deceased by honoring God and should also reflect the beautiful memory of the deceased. Here is a list of verses to help you find just the right words, both for ideas of headstone epitaphs and/or for the funeral service also.

Bible Verses For Headstones for Mother — Honoring Her Life

2 Timothy 4:7

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith” (KJV)

This verse is appropriate for someone who was in full-time Christian service. This verse honors their lifetime efforts of faithfully serving God through the trials of life.

John 15:13

“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” (KJV)

A mother’s love is a giving love; many are the sacrifices of a mother throughout her life for others. In a sense, a mother very often lays down her own life, her own desires, even her own dreams as she helps her children fulfill theirs.

Revelation 2:10

“Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life.” (KJV)

For a loving mother who was faithful to God all of her life, even until the end of her life, this is a great verse to honor her.

Matthew 5:3

“Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (KJV)

Remembering the way the deceased person conducted themselves throughout the trials of this life as they looked forward to God’s kingdom is the focus of this verse. To be “poor in spirit” is to have a realistic view of oneself. Someone who is poor in spirit realizes that they are a sinner, they are simply a created being, and they are a servant to their Creator. But this verse has a great promise. Those who were “poor in spirit” in this life have the entire kingdom of heaven to enjoy!

Titus 2:3

“The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things” (KJV)

This verse is good to honor any woman who had a Godly impact by teaching good things to others. A mother is a teacher.

Titus 2:7

“In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity.” (KJV)

Although the context of this verse was the Apostle Paul writing to the pastor, Titus, the application can be made to a Godly lady.

Proverbs 31:28

“Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.” (KJV)

This verse comes from the Scripture passage of Proverbs 31, the description of the virtuous woman. Both her children and husband honor the beautiful life of their loved one.

Proverbs 31:26

“She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.” (KJV)

This verse is good to remember a mother who also had a kindly word for others.

Psalm 40:8

“I delight to do thy will, O my God: yea, thy law is within my heart.” (KJV)

This verse describes a Godly mother who desired in all things throughout her life to do God’s will.

Hebrews 11:1

“Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” (KJV)

This verse is excellent to honor a woman of great faith; a woman who had the assurance of trusting the invisible God during her lifetime.

Bible Verses For Headstones for Mother — Salvation Verses

Any Scripture verse related to salvation is appropriate to use for an individual who, in their lifetime, demonstrated a steadfast love for the Lord and wanted others to have that also. Headstone inscriptions of Bible verses related to salvation are a good choice since this is a continuing testimony of the deceased, that during their life, and even after their death, they realized the most important decisions another person could make is to accept the Gospel of Jesus Christ unto salvation.

Here are some examples of salvation verses that can be use as tombstone epitaphs:

John 3:15-16

“Whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life. For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

John 3:16 is one of the best Bible verses about salvation. Including the verse that comes before it, 15, adds to the salvation message.

John 6:40

“And this is the will of him that sent me, that every one which seeth the Son, and believeth on him, may have everlasting life: and I will raise him up at the last day.” (KJV)

This verse both relates the Gospel of Jesus Christ and also looks forward to the future resurrection. If Jesus Christ said it, it must be true.

John 5:24

“Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life.” (KJV)

This verse is also a popular choice for a verse that relays the salvation message and God’s great gift of eternal life after physical death.

John 17:3

“And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.” (KJV)

This is a good verse, which points, not to the memory of the deceased, but to God Who gave salvation through Jesus Christ.

2 Corinthians 5:8

“We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.”

The Apostle Paul wrote this verses under inspiration of the Holy Spirit. This verse is a great comfort and a beautiful quote when remembering the loving memory of a wonderful mother. Knowing that, despite the fact that your loved one’s body is dead, their soul, the real person, is alive and well with Christ Jesus.

Romans 5:1

“Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ:” (KJV)

Death is a time of turmoil and grief, but this verse shows that even through grief there is peace knowing that through Christ’s salvation, when someone meets God, they will be welcomed to Him.

Romans 5:6

“For when we were yet without strength, in due time Christ died for the ungodly.” (KJV)

This is a very humble statement, but this verse clearly shows the love of God to weak, unlovely, unrighteousness individuals.

Romans 5:11

“And not only so, but we also joy in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom we have now received the atonement.”

Passing from this world into the next and meeting God does not have to be with fear for those who have accepted Jesus Christ as their Savior from hell.

Romans 5:15

“But not as the offence, so also is the free gift. For if through the offence of one many be dead, much more the grace of God, and the gift by grace, which is by one man, Jesus Christ, hath abounded unto many.” (KJV)

The kind heart of God offers His free gift of salvation to all who will receive it.

Romans 8:1-2

“There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.” (KJV)

This verse is a perfect epitaph for a triumphant Christian.

1 Peter 1:23

“Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever.” (KJV)

When an individual is born again, this is a spiritual birth, and they are born into the family of God. Spiritually then, they can never die.

1 John 5:12

“He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life.” (KJV)

This verse contains both a promise and a solemn warning. Therefore, it is an excellent verse to use with a person who boldly shared the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Bible Verses for Headstones for Mother — From the Psalms

The Book of Psalms expresses a wide range of emotions. From grief to glory and so many feelings in between, the deepest feeling of the human heart finds words to speak to God through the Book of Psalms. Many spiritual tombstone epitaphs come from Psalms. Here are some to consider for your beloved family member. 

Psalm 7:17

“I will praise the LORD according to his righteousness: and will sing praise to the name of the LORD most high.”

Many of the psalms praise God. This verse would be appropriate for a mother who loved to sing praises to God.

Psalm 16:11

“Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.” (KJV)

Knowing that a loving mother is enjoying joy and pleasures is a great comfort.

Psalm 18:2

“The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower.” (KJV)

A buckler is a small, handheld shield. Just as a solider needs armor for protection, God gives even better protection than physical objects for defense.

Psalm 19:1

<<To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.>> “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork.” (KJV)

Observing God’s wonderful creation builds our faith in Him and helps when we lose a loved one. If we know that our loved one is with the very Creator of this beautiful world, she is in a very exquisite place.

Psalm 20:7

“Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God.” (KJV)

This is another encouraging verse about trusting in God.

The 23^rd Psalm is one of most beloved and popular Bible passages ever, and for good reason. This psalm addresses issues of humanity, life, and death. Despite being popular at funerals, this psalm gives great hope and peace to those who are enduring a difficult time in life. The entire psalm points to Jesus Christ as the Good Shephard (John 10:14). Here is this beautiful and comforting psalm in its entirety from the King James Version of the Bible:

Psalm 23

 <<A Psalm of David.>>

“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. 

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.” (KJV)

If we are honest, we humans need direction. Just as sheep need their shepherd to guide and protect them, so, too, do people need guidance, counsel, direction, and protection. There is no better, or greater Source, to meet our needs than our God Who created us. This psalm is a comforting and powerful reminder of God’s goodness, both in this life and throughout eternity. For those who feel they are unwanted or unloved, this psalm points them to the Shephard who cares for His own. Being a sheep of Jesus Christ has the loving embrace of the comforting fact that you are wanted, loved, and cherished.

Psalm 40:5

“Many, O LORD my God, are thy wonderful works which thou hast done, and thy thoughts which are to us-ward: they cannot be reckoned up in order unto thee: if I would declare and speak of them, they are more than can be numbered.” (KJV)

One of God’s wonderful works was our wonderful mother. Thank God for His gift to you.

Psalm 68:28

“Thy God hath commanded thy strength: strengthen, O God, that which thou hast wrought for us.” (KJV)

It is perfectly fine to ask God to give you strength when you need it.

Psalm 92:13

“Those that be planted in the house of the LORD shall flourish in the courts of our God.” (KJV)

This verse would be appropriate for a memorial plaque in a church.

Psalm 113:1-2

“Praise ye the LORD. Praise, O ye servants of the LORD, praise the name of the LORD. Blessed be the name of the LORD from this time forth and for evermore.” (KJV)

This verse is a beautiful reminder, a praise in trusting God. He is good both in physical life and in physical death. Despite what God allows, He is to be praised.

Psalm 116:7

“Return unto thy rest, O my soul; for the LORD hath dealt bountifully with thee.” (KJV)

For a life well lived in service to God and others, this would be appropriate to use on a mother’s headstone.

Bible Verses For Headstones for Mother — The Resurrection

The whole point of salvation in this life is to prepare for life in heaven after death. Using verses about the coming resurrection is appropriate for a headstone inscription.

John 14:2

“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.” (KJV)

Jesus spoke these words of great promise. Because He said them, we can be rest assured that He is getting a place ready for His people.

John 16:16

“A little while, and ye shall not see me: and again, a little while, and ye shall see me, because I go to the Father. (KJV)

Death is only a separation of time for believers. Jesus’ words about Himself reminds us about our loved ones who have gone on to Him.

1 Corinthians 15:20-22

“But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the firstfruits of them that slept. For since by man came death, by man came also the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive.” (KJV)

Thanks to the power of Jesus Christ raising Himself from the dead, He now has the power to raise others from the dead also.

1 Corinthians 15:51-55

“Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed. For this corruptible must put on incorruption, and this mortal must put on immortality. So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory. O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?” (KJV)

The soul of our Christian loved one is with God who also promises a bodily resurrection and a glorious, new, unable-to-be-corrupted body. The grave cannot permanently hold anyone who God will raise up and clothe with a brand-new, perfect body.

Hebrews 4:9-10

“There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God. For he that is entered into his rest, he also hath ceased from his own works, as God did from his.” (KJV)

This life is a time of work, both physical and spiritual. The rest that God promises for His people is a vacation that will never end — the ultimate rest with Him.

Bible Verses For Headstones for Mother — Praising God

Sometimes it is good just to praise God. When your heart seems to be broken beyond all repair, remember that you would not be feeling so broken had not God blessed you with the life of your loved one. You had your mother because God in His goodness gave her to you. Through your grief and tears, it is good, and even healing, to praise God. The God Who gave you so much through the life of your loving mother can, in this life and in the life to come, bless you beyond your wildest imagination. Using tombstone epitaphs to praise God is always appropriate.

Psalm 70:4

“Let all those that seek thee rejoice and be glad in thee: and let such as love thy salvation say continually, Let God be magnified.” (KJV)

In choosing an appropriate Bible verse(s) for a grave marker for your loving mother, this action is part of praising God, even in the midst of your great grief. Praising God is also honoring to the memory of your family member.

Psalm 102:12

“But thou, O LORD, shalt endure for ever; and thy remembrance unto all generations.” (KJV)

Remembering the loving memory of your kind mother should also be a reminder of God’s love and His grace.

Romans 5:2

“By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.” (KJV)

Romans 3:23 reminds us that, because of sin, all individuals have fallen short of the glory of God, but this verse gives hope that through salvation by Jesus Christ we can enter into the glory of God.

Romans 5:5

“And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.” (KJV)

Hope in God is a sure thing, not a wishful thought. God’s grace is proclaimed in our hearts by His Holy Spirit through the promises of His Word.

Romans 8:38-39

“For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (KJV)

These are such triumphant words of confident praise to God from the Apostle Paul. The ending of physical life does not end the receiving of God’s love. When nothing can separate God’s people from His love, then there is nothing to fear. This verse dovetails perfectly with 1 John 4:18, which says, “There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.”

In reality, for the individual who has Jesus Christ as their Savior, death is simply the vehicle of transport into the greater reality of the love of Jesus Christ.

1 John 4:16

“And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.” (KJV)

Tombstone epitaphs often contain the word “love.” Therefore, this is a good verse to use for a loving mother. The fact that God is love, and that your dear mother is with Him, is very comforting.

Ephesians 2:4-7

“But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us, Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;)  And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus: That in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us through Christ Jesus.” (KJV)

The Book of Ephesians is a glorious and heavenly book written by the Apostle Paul through inspiration of the Holy Spirit. These verses would be appropriate for a headstone inscription. Just as a headstone is designed to last for a very long time after the death of a loved one, so, too, these verses look forward to “the ages to come” with the riches and kindness of God’s grace.

1 Timothy 1:17

“Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen.” (KJV)

This final verse is simple. But in its simplicity, it praises God and gives Him glory.

May this collection of Bible verses for headstones for mother both help you make this very important decision and also comfort your heart in its time of grief.

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