Remember Lazurus –
his family were good friends
and followers of Jesus.
But Lazarus died
and his friends
and sisters cried.
Though Jesus knew
the goodbye was temporary
because of what He would do.
Could they accept
the relief from grief
He could give? Lazarus would live.
But first, Jesus wept.
Remember, my friend,
when the time comes for goodbyes
and we reach the end
it’s okay to cry
so don’t stop the tears
don’t even try.
You may know
it’s only temporary
but for now, let the tears flow
and someday accept
the relief from grief
He can give. We will live.
But remember, first Jesus wept.
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