TEARS OF SORROW

How did Hannah feel after she opened her heart to Jehovah in prayer and received assurance from High Priest Eli? The account reads: "The woman went on her way and ate, and her face was no longer downcast." (1 Samuel 1:17, 18) Even though her distressing situation had not changed. Hanna felt relieved. She had transferred the weight of her emotional burden to Jehovah. He saw her distress, heard her cry, and later blessed her by allowing er to conceive. - 1 SAMUEL 1:19, 20; 2:21. 

Lessons for us. Are you dealing with a difficult situation that causes you to shed tears of sorrow? Perhaps you are grieving the death of a family member or friend. At such times, it is only natural to want to be alone. But just as Hannah found comfort and encouragement by going to the tabernacle, you can find comfort by attending Christian meetings-even if you are not feeling your best. (Read Hebrews 10:24, 25) As we listen to comforting Bible passages at meetings, Jehovah can help us replace negative thoughts with positive ones. That can help us control our emotions, even if our situation does not immediate improve.

Next time: TEARS OF SORROW - Conclusion

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