I recently felt drawn to and purchased this picture. It hangs in my bedroom, a place where I have shed many tears. But also a place where I have felt closest to my Savior Jesus Christ. He has dried my tears countless times through his doctrine and teachings and my faith to believe in his words.
I know that sadness is part of life for the scriptures teach that there must be opposition in all things. Our Heavenly Father knew that we would have experiences that would bring tears and so He provided a way for each of us to rise above our sorrow by accepting the light and promises of the Atonement of Jesus Christ, which will one day wipe away all sorrows forever.
I know that it is because of Christ that I can endure and get through difficult things. I did not always feel his strength in my life. I would never want to return to those dreadful dark days of feeling totally and completely lost. I am so grateful for those who guided me and helped me to find the fulness of truly having Jesus Christ’s strength when I feel weak. It is a Miracle that anyone can partake of, simply by exercising faith in Jesus Christ then diligently following his teachings. I know these things to be true!!!
Although the tears will fall, there is strength in following Jesus Christ!
by Tanya Christiansen