The Journey Tears Make

Tears are evidence that the heart is alive. In the kingdom of God, tears have a journey, and they never fall unnoticed. Every tear you have shed in sorrow, disappointment, or longing has moved heaven. God gathers them, understands them, and transforms them. What begins in weeping ends in strength, for tears soften the soul and make space for deeper faith.

Some tears water the soil of future breakthrough. Others cleanse what your heart could not express in words. Tears humble you, but they also prepare you for resilience. When you bring your weeping to God, He turns it into a testimony. The prophetic truth is this: not one tear is wasted. God will use them to shape compassion, deepen trust, and awaken spiritual courage.

Scripture promises, “Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy” (Psalm 126:5 ESV). Tears begin a journey that ends in joy.

Quote

Tears are seeds that heaven turns into strength.

Prayer

Lord, take every tear I have shed and bring forth Your joy and strength in my life. Amen.

Action Point

Offer your tears to God today and expect Him to bring a harvest from them.

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(ESV) Scripture quotations are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version® (ESV®), Copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. 

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