Matthew 5:4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted”

Everyone has experienced loss. Maybe it was the physical death of a loved one or pet. Maybe it was the “death” of a marriage, dream, or promotion.

Expected or unexpected, pain runs deep and the weight of the loss may be devastating.

There are many losses, but little mourning in our society. We crave consolation but skip the mourning process.

Instead, we seek to replace our losses, by adopting a new pet, remarrying, or taking a vacation. Did you know that we often take the same approach to sin as well.

Jesus is talking about those who mourn their sin. It is not enough to simply acknowledge spiritual bankruptcy with an unfeeling heart.

We must show sincere sorrow for what we have done in order to receive the comfort of forgiveness.

As you strive to live for God, reflect on your past mistakes. Experience the loss the sin in your life has brought. Grieve it.

Release it through prayer, tears, and honest conversations with accountable friends. Then Jesus will bring you the comfort He promised.

Challenge for Today: Learn to walk through the pain, not around it.