TEARS THAT BRING JOY

TEARS THAT BRING JOY

 Ironically, the shortest verse of scripture (arguably the saddest) is “Jesus wept.” (John 11:35)  It is a striking and emotional portrait of Jesus, standing before the burial site of his dear friend, Lazarus.  While the number of words recorded here by John, the apostle of love, is modest; their significance is monumental.  It is the clearest and most concise declaration of one key aspect of the person and work of our Lord.  In CHRIST, we have A HIGH PRIEST who is “touched by the feeling of our infirmities.” (Hebrews 4:15)

 Dictionary.com defines “INFIRMITY” as “a physical weakness or ailment” (or) “a lack of strength” (or) “a moral weakness or failing.” As it relates to us, Jesus Christ directly connects with every part of that definition.  As ‘VERY MAN,’ Jesus is intrinsically clothed in our humanity.  Put simply, HE GETS US.  As ‘VERY GOD,’ Jesus has limitless power to totally transform our various conditions and circumstances.  In other words, HE ENLIGHTENS AND ELEVATES US.  Through Christ, our minds are transformed; our ailments become healings; our weaknesses become strengths; our failures (moral or otherwise) become undeniable victories.

 I hope that you do not consider me unkind or insensitive when I admit that I am hilariously happy that JESUS WEPT.  Because His tears were not only the precursor to Lazarus’ resurrection, they have become the catalyst for our regeneration, restoration, renewal and rejoicing.  Since JESUS WEPT, we can “glory in tribulations.” (Romans 5:3)  Because JESUS WEPT, we can “count it all joy.” (James 1:2)  Hallelujah, what a Savior! 

 Regardless of what you might be experiencing during this very hour, be aware that YOU are the constant concern of THE COMPASSIONATE CHRIST.  As a matter of fact, you are freely invited to cast “all your cares upon Him,” with complete confidence that (no matter what) “HE CARES FOR YOU.” (I Peter 5:7)

 Sisters and brothers, be continually blessed, and please (above all else) MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO MEET OUR SOON COMING KING. Maranatha!