I hardly dare to type these words; they are so profound and deep. The creator of the universe is weeping human tears and showing His human emotions. His tears are for others and not for Himself. Tears are a deep emotion and Jesus weeps for the state of the world and for the fact that death has sway. It is death He has come to conquer.
I wonder if Jesus still weeps in heaven; our world is in such a mess, If He notices the fall of a sparrow, He surely weeps over the death of a child through war. He must shed tears for those in danger and in pain. Oh, that our hearts would break at the troubles of the world. May we never become hardened to sorrow.
It is terrible to hear the above words used as a swear word. It is said by people with no thought of Jesus or the fact of Him crying. Even though there is no thought, the words have still been uttered and James reminds us of the power of words.
I have no control over what people say or think. When I hear these swear words, I always protest and get into trouble for doing so. In vain I try to explain something of the gospel and God’s love. I cannot remain silent. If someone spoke badly of my best friend, I would complain; how much more should I do so when Jesus is spoken of in this way. (well, Jesus is my best friend) May the Lord forgive us.