The Reason We Should Weep With Those Who Weep

God tells us to: Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep. Romans 12:15

A Christian community is therefore a healing community, not because wounds are cured and pains are alleviated, but because wounds and pains become openings or occasions for a new vision. Mutual confession then becomes a mutual deepening of hope, and shared weakness becomes a reminder to one and all of the coming strength. Community arises where the sharing of pain takes place, not as a stifling form of self-complaint, but as a recognition of God’s saving promises.
–Henri Nouwen

Become part of a healing community of Christian brothers and sisters.

Doing so will not keep you from all pain nor cure you from all wounds. But doing so will provide you with more hope, will remind you of coming strength, and will help you recognize God’s promises as you allow others to share your struggles. Walking together with one another through the difficult parts of life helps protect us from isolation and loneliness as we seek to be Christ’s hands and feet to one another.