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Jesus Wept. John 11:35

The shortest verse in the Bible. What caused the Savior’s tears? Perhaps being at the tomb of his friend reminded Him of the tragic fall of the whole human race into sin and rebellion against God. Before His eyes was the result of the ravages of sin and the inevitable destruction and dissolution that it brings. On one other occasion as He descended the Mt. of Olives Jesus wept over Jerusalem just prior to His betrayal and crucifixion. What pathos and longing are in His words as He said, “ O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the prophets, and stonest them which are sent unto thee, how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as a  hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, and ye would not! Luke 13:37. Perhaps there is another time that He weeps. Perhaps He weeps for you.

Commentary by Francis L. Harris