If there is weeping at night...

Because His anger lasts only a moment, but His favor a lifetime. Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning. (Psalm 30:5)

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. (Matthew 5:4)

When we sit down to look at photos of friends and family on social media, we sometimes forget that behind those moments of joy, there were certainly difficult phases in their lives. Yes, and it’s the same for us. From time to time, we face dark and cold nights that come suddenly and make us cry. In those sad moments of life, we can always find the best comfort in the Lord, our God.

Today’s verses speak about that time of weeping, lament, and brokenness that we go through at certain moments in our lives. These are times of anguish, loneliness, pain, despair, loss... in short, various afflictions that attack us and make us realize how vulnerable we are and how much we depend on God. But hold onto hope, the comfort will come!

Perhaps you are going through one of those “nights of weeping” in your life… Remember that the Lord is a present God. He does not abandon you. There is light and comfort in Him. The Holy Spirit intercedes on your behalf and brings the encouragement your heart needs.

Going through the night

• Pray to God, pour out your heart, and surrender the difficult situations you are facing.

• Even if it is without words, pour out your tears and your heart before God, for He can help you.

• Seek daily refuge and feed on God’s Word.

• Ask for prayer. Call upon intercessors to join with you during this difficult time.

• Talk and share your problem with someone more mature in the faith. God also uses people to comfort and support us.

• Hold on to hope and gratitude, for Jesus promised that all those who mourn will be comforted.

For prayer:

Lord, I have no words or strength to express myself. Help me to pray! You know that my affliction is great, and You know the problems I have faced. Everything seems dark and without a way out! Give me the strength I need to keep going. I want to lay this humble prayer along with my tears at Your feet. Help me, for I only trust in You, Lord. Stay with me now and always. In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.