Those Serving with Tears!

“Those who sow in tears shall reap in joy. He who continually goes forth weeping, bearing seed for sowing, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him.” (Psalm 126:5–6)

To everyone who is sowing, serving, and labouring for the Lord—even when it is difficult—be encouraged. Sometimes obedience and service are carried out with tears, sacrifice, and quiet perseverance. Yet God reminds us that tears are never wasted in His kingdom. Every seed sown in faith will produce a harvest in God’s appointed time.

Let us continue like determined soldiers who remain faithful at their post, serving the One who called them. Scripture assures us that we will receive our reward if we do not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap if we do not give up.

This perseverance reminds us of Job, who in the midst of deep suffering declared that even if God allowed him to be slain, he would still trust Him. His commitment was not built on circumstances but on the character of God.

We also remember Joseph. For many years, the promise spoken over his life seemed delayed, and the word of the Lord tested him. Yet when the appointed time came, God fulfilled His purpose exactly as He had spoken (Psalm 105:19).

The Scriptures also remind us of the heroes of faith in Hebrews 11. Through faith they conquered kingdoms, administered justice, shut the mouths of lions, quenched the fury of the flames, and escaped the edge of the sword. Women even received their dead raised back to life. Yet others endured suffering, torture, and hardship. All of them were commended for their faith, though many did not receive the fullness of what had been promised in their lifetime. Their lives teach us that faith is seen not only in great victories but also in steadfast endurance.

Sometimes life feels like the waters are roaring and foaming, and the mountains are shaking with their surging. But even in the midst of the storm, the Word reminds us:

“There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy place where the Most High dwells.” (Psalm 46) God is present with His people even in the shaking. He is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.

So be encouraged today. The God of all seasons sees your faithfulness. He knows the prayers, the sacrifices, and the tears that others may never see. For some, the appointed time may be very near; for others, the waiting may continue a little longer. But in every season, we trust our loving Father whose will and pleasure we serve.

Our hope does not end here. The day is coming when the Lord Himself will come, and when He does, He will wipe away every tear from our eyes. Every sorrow, every sacrifice, and every act of faithfulness will be redeemed in His presence. Therefore, do not relent. Continue sowing, continue serving, and continue trusting.

The harvest of joy is coming.