Bible Verse:
Ecclesiastes 3:4 (WEBBE)
“A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance.”
Devotional:
Grief is an inescapable part of the human experience. Ecclesiastes 3:4 reminds us that there is a season for everything, including a time to mourn. Mourning is not something to be rushed through or ignored; it is a necessary process that God, in His wisdom, has ordained. There is a sacredness to this time, a purpose that God weaves through the sorrow.
In a world that often pushes us to move on quickly, it’s important to remember that mourning has its place. It’s a time to honour the loss, to acknowledge the pain, and to allow our hearts to process what has been broken. Mourning is not a sign of weakness or lack of faith; it’s a natural and necessary response to loss. Even Jesus wept at the tomb of His friend Lazarus, showing us that mourning is a part of the journey, even for the Son of God.
As you walk through your own season of mourning, give yourself permission to grieve. It’s okay to feel the weight of loss, to cry, and to express your sorrow. God is with you in this time, and He understands your pain more deeply than anyone else. He doesn’t rush you or demand that you move on; instead, He walks with you through the valley of grief, offering His comfort and presence.
In this season, know that your mourning is not without hope. God promises that after the time of weeping, there will be a time of laughter; after the time of mourning, there will be a time of dancing. Hold on to the truth that joy will come again, even if it feels distant right now. Allow God to carry you through this season, trusting that He is at work, even in your pain.
Prayer:
Father,
Thank You for understanding my grief and for giving me the time to mourn. Help me to embrace this season, knowing that it is a part of the healing process. Be with me in my sorrow, and comfort me with Your presence. I trust that You will bring me through this time and that joy will come again. Teach me to lean on You and to find hope in Your promises, even in the midst of my mourning. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
Find hope in your darkest hour.
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