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For the bedside, the waiting room, and the drive over
Free printable: Scripture for the hospital room
Eight passages that hold up at a bedside, and a few words to say with them. Read one. Then stop. Presence matters more than words.
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What’s on it
Before surgery
- Isaiah 41:10 — Five promises in one verse. The last one is a hand.
- Exodus 33:14 — The presence goes in with you.
- Psalm 4:8 — For the night before.
Waiting for news
- Psalm 112:7 — A heart steady before the result.
- Philippians 4:6-7 — Each worry turned into a request. The peace stands guard.
A long stay
- Matthew 11:28-30 — For the patient and the family in the chair.
- Psalm 23:1-4 — Confident because of the shepherd.
When there are no words
- Psalm 34:18 — Read it and sit down.
What to say
- Arriving: “I don’t have anything wise to say. I just wanted to be here.”
- Offering a verse: “Can I read you something short? You don’t have to say anything back.”
- Leaving: “I’ll be back Thursday. You don’t need to remember that; I will.”
How to use it
Read one. Then stop.
One of the passages, in full
Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.
Five promises in one verse. The last one is a hand.
Free to print and share; the footer of the sheet says so. If you keep a resource page for a church, a hospice, or a chaplaincy, you’re welcome to link here. How I choose verses.