Jesus wept. John 11:35
We can never understand human suffering without taking into account the suffering of God.
Why did Jesus weep? Why didn’t He smile? He was the only one present who knew that the grief of Mary and Martha would soon give way to delirious, dancing joy. He was the only one present with the power to reverse the tragedy, and He fully intended to use that power.
Yet He wept.
God is not aloof. Even moments before our deliverance, His heart feels every bit of our pain.
Remember, you are designed to make a difference!
Dwight
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Thank you for sharing this today. I have thought about that scene in scripture often. I think it was so critical for him to show that while he was God, he was also human. It was a pleasure to be one of your neighbors at CBCE today.
Thanks much, Abby. Blessings to you and your family!
I am so thankful to have been a recipient of the kindness and compassion of the Father! I never thought of it before…why Jesus wasn’t suppressing a grin a mile wide knowing the joy His beloved friends were about to experience!
Great thoughts, Jeannie! Be blessed!
“God is not aloof. Even moments before our deliverance, His heart feels every bit of our pain.” Truth!
The Holy Spirit used you today, thank you brother.
Many thanks, Cheryl. Be blessed!