Bible Verses for Farewell Cards

"The LORD bless thee, and keep thee: The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace."

Why this works: The ultimate farewell blessing — God's keeping, grace, and peace wherever they go.

"And the LORD, he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed."

Why this works: God goes ahead of them — they're never entering new territory alone.

"Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest."

Why this works: Wherever they go, God goes. The most comprehensive farewell promise.

"The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul. The LORD shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth."

Why this works: God preserving their going out — specifically relevant for departures.

"Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God."

Why this works: Reassurance against the fear that accompanies change and new beginnings.

"Trust in the LORD with all thine heart... and he shall direct thy paths."

Why this works: God directing paths — especially meaningful when the path leads somewhere new.

"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil."

Why this works: God's plans for their new destination are good — peace, not harm.

"And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God."

Why this works: Even this transition will work for good — trusting God with the change.

"I thank my God upon every remembrance of you."

Why this works: Expressing that they will be remembered with gratitude — a personal farewell.

"Whither shall I go from thy spirit? or whither shall I flee from thy presence? If I ascend up into heaven, thou art there: if I make my bed in hell, behold, thou art there."

Why this works: No destination escapes God's presence — He is everywhere they will go.

"Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you."

Why this works: Paul's actual farewell — with a promise that the God of peace goes with them.