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Crying
by PamFord Davis It is absurd to think a person could cry their eyes out; yet that expression shows the depths of sorrow. We sometimes bear such a heavy burden that we fall under its weight. Tears flow; our chest heaves and we wonder if we can ever stop crying. Are you a crier? Many can not remember the last time they shed a tear; others cry at the drop of a hat. Jeremiah is described by some as the weeping prophet. Concern for his rebellious nation Israel brought him to tears. ""Oh, that my bread were waters, and my eyes a fountain of tears, that I might weep day and night for the slain of the daughter of my people (Jeremiah 9: NKJ)." He carried a message of God's judgment; but always mingled gloom with glory. He offered hope to all who would return to the Lord in repentance. Tears for others are never wasted. Crying is a poured out offering of prayer for those we hold dear. Published articles in Mature Living Magazine, Devotions for the Deaf, The Secret Place, Coosa Journal, Mary Hollingsworth's The One Year Devotional of Joy and Laughter, Jo Krueger's Every Day in God's Word. http://www.pamforddavis.com http://www.faithwriters.com/member-profile.php? Article Source: http://www.faithwriters.com |