Scripture: John 11: 35
35 Then Jesus wept.
Scripture Commentary:
These two words, “Jesus wept,” are profound. We are reading about the human part of Jesus Christ. He showed empathy by grieving for someone who was loved.
In Luke 19: 41, we read, “Now as He drew near, He saw the city and wept over it,” seeing the pain and sin in the people. His love was so great that he could only weep for the lost.
As Jesus looks down on us today the tears are probably rolling down his cheeks.
Jesus Christ shows that he cares enough for the people of Jerusalem to weep over them, and his weeping carries over to today.
The people of yesterday rejected God’s salvation in Jesus Christ when He offered it to them. The same offer is on the table today. God’s grace, mercy and salvation are offered to everyone on the planet. Why do we not accept it?
Satan offers silver and gold, and the so-called good life. This is an offer of complete damnation into an eternal life of hell.
Jesus wasn’t afraid to reveal his true feelings for Jerusalem and Lazarus.
In his human form, Jesus experienced the loss of a friend. His friendship is extended to each of us today.
Be honest with God; do not hide anything from Him. When Jesus saw the people weeping for Lazarus, he wept. Likewise, Jesus weeps for us today because his love for us has not changed.
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