“I have done the Lord’s work humbly and with many tears.”
Yesterday, as I listened to my wife talking, I heard the motherly and Godly concern for our children in her voice.
I had also been thinking about a verse in Scripture that gets overlooked, Acts 20:19, Paul speaking:
“I have done the Lord’s work humbly and with many tears.”
Considering Paul’s high intellect and forceful presence, we don’t often consider him being tearful; it’s worth considering.
Paul’s tears emphasize the profound emotional dedication and compassion he felt for those he guided.
His tears depicted his unwavering concern for the spiritual health of believers.
Paul’s moments of sorrow were not weaknesses; they illuminated the depth of his love and care.
Paul’s tears showed the emotional and spiritual sacrifices that come with a commitment to faithful ministry.
Paul’s tears were a testament to the transformative power of compassion in serving others.
I’m sure Paul’s tears also symbolized his sadness for those who turned away from the Gospel, both Jew and Greek.
It makes me think about how often we cry for ourselves, for sadness over our own losses or mishaps. Don’t get me wrong, Scripture teaches that God is compassionate and provides care for us even when our tears are about us. Yet, it does seem that Paul’s tears are of a greater value.
Paul’s tears were more “motherly.”
My wife reminded me yesterday of Paul. I love her.
