"But we do not want you to be uninformed about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as do those who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, so too will God bring with him those who have fallen asleep." ~ 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14 "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want... Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me." ~ Psalm 23 "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." ~ Isaiah 41:10