Why am I crying NOW?
Have you ever been so caught up in the moment of what you are doing that all your emotion, passion, and soul feel like one and you begin to tear up? That moment. That piece of time. That emotion. Priceless.
You aren’t quite sure where that tear came from, but there is no denying that something is stirring within your soul.
Always listen to that full watery tear because it says so much.
It says . . . this is a moment I’ll never forget.
It says . . . there is something to this that resonates with my soul.
It says . . . this thing I’m doing touches the very core of my heart.
It says . . . this is where I want to be.
It says . . . this is what I’m called to do.
It says . . . THIS is my purpose.
My pastor has a saying “What ever makes you cry your eyes out or bang your fists on the table, that thing, that is what you are called to do.”
What makes you tear up? Do you know why?
Is it some injustice being done? Is it the sadness you feel someone experiencing? Is it children playing? Is it the elderly? Is it the pain strippers experience in clubs?
Recently I was reminded of the power of a tear as I sat visiting with my daughter. She was talking about where God was leading her and what she felt He was calling her to do. I saw it gently forming there in her eye. The water that began to pool and then slowly slip down her cheek. I knew instantly that burden of a tear. It was there. She couldn’t deny it.
I traveled to Jamaica this past week. It is a beautiful country and I was there on vacay! But before I knew it, there was that tear. Driving through the villages and ghetto’s my eyes filled with that watery substance of a burden. My heart began to pound as the call to serve the less fortunate was beating loudly within my soul.
Chatting at the Sky has an awesome post about how our tears can be messengers. I love that thought because it is so true. Her post is totally worth the read. Touched my heart and stirred many emotions within me.
If you’d love to read about when my tears first began forming for the “least of these” and the “unseen”, you can download the first chapter of my soon to be released book Graffiti here for free.
I’d love to hear what makes tears form in your eyes. What are these messengers telling you?
I read the chapter yesterday! It is fabulous! I will be getting it as soon as I can! It’s a must read of where I am in my life! I just love you Arlene! Your writings are out of this world! You are so gifted! This today, on the tears is a subject I want to really take notes on. Thankyou for all your work. I have wanted to ask writers like you, what is your daily regimen? spiritual & work.
Thank you, Helen. The book will release November 26th and I’ll keep you updated.
My daily regimen varies due to other responsibilities at church, home, and photography. But I am learning to accomplish those dreams of being a writer and publishing great words God gave me to share takes such DISCIPLINE. Getting up early, staying focused during the day, alleviating as many distractions as possible, and even late nights.
You can’t get so caught up in the writing and not live life, because life is where the art of writing comes from. Also, you can’t neglect time with God as He is the one who inspires and gives direction.
I’m still learning a ton!!! Thanks for asking.
You know, out of all things I teared up at someone’s Pinterest boards. Just so overwhelmed at God’s creations, beauty and attention to detail. I do remember that post from Emily, thanks for the reminder!
I love my quotes board on Pinterest. There surely are ones that take my breath away. I’ve got to learn this pinterest thing. Gotta add that to my list . . .
I was taught growing up that crying was a sign of weakness. It’s taken me a lot of years – a lifelong journey – to learn to be “okay” with shedding a tear and releasing feelings of sadness and overwhelming joy. Your words resonated with me in so many ways. Thank you. :)
Crystal
Oh my — I so hope that’s not true. :) I cry all the time.
I’m thankful for your words. I pray you can discern those tears these days. They truly are messengers!!
When I know God had led my spirit to step out on faith to do ,or share something He feels is valuable but I am not sure how my words can be , I turn into a shrinking violet sometimes. Tears come knowing my faith to believe is not as strong as it was the moment I heard the Holy Spirit saying ” Go karen, and share your story of My Grace”.
I can totally relate to the “shrinking violet!” Tears usually follow then a swift kick in the bottom by God as He whispers, “it’s time to put on your big girl panties and GO.”
yep, that swift kick gets us on our toes, and out the door to ministering to those whose lives need Jesus..
I tend to tear up when I hear certain stories or songs. I think that is because I notice a connection or the need for a connection to that in my life.
In fact, twice this week I have teared up a bit telling the same story …
Tears… I shed many a tear, unseen, in my heart. My heart breaks for the ones shunned by society, even by the church at times, the ones no one looks at, the ones ignored by most except a few brave souls. My heart cries especially for victims of trafficking and ladies caught in prostitution. I guess, without having experienced it myself, I can relate somehow. In actual fact, I know I can relate, hence the tears… and the desire to serve. Tears are messengers indeed, if only we are willing to heed the message and the call that comes with it.
What a beautiful post! Yes, our tears can teach us so much if we will just slow down and listen to them. Thanks for the reminder.
Happy Sharefest. I hope you have a lovely weekend.