When We Cry: a song reimagined by sister rochelle weatherspoon

​Shalom YAH Family,

[This title is inspired by a gospel song "When You Cry" by the "Winans"(1988).] 

I personally listen to this song to justify my crying 'bouts'  of physical pain, seemingly unyielding frustrations  and around the cares of this world (bills, debt, isolation, desertion and decreasing monies). This blog is my result of the gained usefulness of CRYING tears! Praise YAH  

​Definitions of the words we'll see in the text is derived from "Merrium Websters College" 4th ed. dictionary;

Cry (v)- 1. to utter loudly 2. to shed tears.
Tears (v)- 1. a result of anguish 2.- a drop of clear fluid to moisten parts of the EYE.
Hears (v)- 1. to become aware of by EAR. 2. to gain KNOWLEDGE of.
Sorrow (n)- 1. a deep distress, sadness, or regret especially for the loss of a loved one or something (HEART). 2.- unhappy or unpleasant state. 3. a display of grief and sadness.
Joy (n)- 1. the emotion (HEART) evoked by well being, success or good fortune. 2.- respect of possessing what one desires. Look back at definitions for clarity in the scripture readings.

​There are 3 types of tears:

1. Basal- tears ducts constantly secretes protein rich antibacterial liquid to keep eyes moist.

2. Reflex- tears triggered by irritants such as wind, smoke, dust and onions. 

3. EMOTIONAL- shed tears in response to a range of emotions which has increased levels of stress hormones than the other types.

​#1. The physical (natural) aspect:

 CRYING can lift people's spirits and make them feel better, as well as relieving pain. Oxytocin and endorphins (hormones) as 'feel good' mood improvement. Many people find crying to be a self-soothing path when experiencing intense anxiety and emotions. When a person cries several muscles in the face tense up, you may feel tension in your jaw, neck and at the back of the head causing what is known as a "tension headache." Shedding tears is a safety valve (pressure cooker) largely bc keeping difficult feelings and heartaches inside is known by psychologist (Sister Z) as "repressive coping."  You've got to let it out!

​#2 The Spiritual aspect:

There is strength in tears. We weep with gratitude over all the amazing gifts from Yahweh OUR Elohim that comes OUR way. We CRY when WE share moments (testimonies) of great elations with others. Tears enable US to get in touch with OUR deepest feelings and helps US express OUR grief at endings and loss of those who are precious to US. Yahweh HEARS our cries of unhappiness, pain, frustration, exhaustion and fear. WE can be HONEST with HIM! HIS listening EAR is always open to OUR prayers going up like incense (Ps. 141:2). Yahweh values ALL OUR precious tears, whether for joy or sorrow! 
Yahweh's loving HEART wants to embrace US as WE cry on HIS everlasting shoulders! Yahweh listens to OUR HEARTS' deepest cries and is faithful NOT to let US be taken over them by. 

​Presenting or having tears while praying is a sign of humility. Furthermore, it also indicates that your prayer is accepted by Yahweh bc you have believed in the 'safety valve' of relief only Yahweh can provide, you have gained proximity (closeness) to Yahweh. Becoming 'emotional' in worship leads to seriousness in other area of life. Sometimes the deepest form of prayer is tears---to be moved by a situation that your Spirit cries out from your deepest being and your tears becomes a "sweet incense" of prayer to OUR Father Yahweh Elohim. The Holy Spirit (YAH within) was sent to help US when WE don't have words to pray!

The scriptures affirms that Yahweh HEARS OUR cries, cares about what makes US hurt, and understands US and OUR situations even better than WE do ourselves! Yahweh absolutely responds to the tears of everyone, bc the trials and tribulations of this world can certainly bring US to tears! However, Yahweh is there to ease OUR sorrows and helps US to deal with pain and suffering! 

In trying times like these, WE can find strength, solace and comfort by crying out to Yahweh Elohim and Yahshua the True Messiah in prayer!
Praise YAH for YOU I love you ALL Until next time,

 HalleluYAH

​Scriptures used;

Psalm 28.2 "...when I cry unto thee"

Psalm 56:8-11 Yahweh knows OUR troubles and wanderings,  HE stores all OUR tears, in a bottle, has counted each one of them and recorded in the "Book of Life"

Psalm 30:5* "Weeping  may endure for a night (trials) but JOY comes in the morning"(after that- Revelation and escape [Emannu'el's Ark of Salvation] as instructed by Yahweh)*

Jeremiah 3:16, 26. 16>refrain your voice from weeping (audible) 26> after crying sleep and calmness is so sweet.

*Psalm 141:2 prayers go up like incense*

*Luke 6:21 "Blessed are you, weeping (now)*

*Matthew 5:4 "Those that mourn shall be comforted."*

John 11:32-45 Yahshua Messiah weeps bc of the  crowds unbelief of Yahweh's power in HIM! 

​Sister Rochelle is a long-time and active student at Yahshua University.com for over ten years and is a contributor on the Yahshua Blog.  She also serves on the Leadership Board where she leads classes on the weekly Sisterhood Sunday Night Call.  She resides in Michigan, where she enjoys reading and writing.  She is a single mother and a grandmother of three.   She is passionate about her faith in Yahshua the True Messiah.
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Sister Rochelle can be contacted at: [email protected]