Three Times Jesus Cried

In our western culture, some people consider it wrong for a man to express much emotion – particularly the shedding of tears. “Real men,” they say, “don’t cry.” In fact, little boys are taught from a young age not to cry. They are commanded to “suck it up” and to “be a man.” So, as boys grow into men, they have been culturally conditioned to not show emotion.

With this in mind, it may be of interest to note that in our English Bibles, the smallest verse, found in John 11:35, contains just two simple words – “Jesus wept.” Yes, our Savior shed tears. Hebrews 5:7 tells us that “during the days of Jesus' life on earth, He offered up prayers and petitions with loud cries and tears to the One who could save him from death, and He was heard because of His reverent submission.”

Although the Bible tells us that Jesus cried, quite interestingly there are only three mentions of His actually doing so. And, all three of these incidents took place within the time period that we are now recognizing – the week preceding Christ’s crucifixion.

This Sunday is Palm Sunday, and we will explore the three times our Savior shed tears that week. Be sure to invite YOUR friends to join you online as we share “Three Times Jesus Cried.”​

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Today's BIG IDEA...
Especially during this time of crisis, what can WE learn from the three times that Jesus cried?

- Cry of Compassion


- Cry of Frustration

- Cry of Intensity


- Cry of Disappointment


- Cry of Anger

- Cry of Anguish


- Cry of Expectation

Christ cried three times! We can cry, too. But know that HE will dry all our tears! Rejoice, for our redemption is near!!