Friday, May 2, 2014

Proverbs - Helping the Person Who is Sad


Proverbs 25:20

As he that taketh away a garment in cold weather, and as vinegar upon nitre, so is he that singeth songs to an heavy heart.


Taking away someone’s garment in cold weather would be mean and only rob him of his warmth.  When someone puts vinegar on nitre (baking soda) it begins to bubble and be very agitated.  When someone’s heart is heavy it is not time to make light of it and sing songs of rejoicing.  We are to weep with those who weep.  Turn off the radio and give the person a chance to mourn.  There is a time to mourn and allowing someone to do so will help them receive the comfort they need.  Blessed are those who mourn they shall be comforted.  Worldly people take someone who is mourning to a bar or party to try and help them forget their troubles.  This is like taking away their garment during such a cold season.  We are instructed not to do this.  When we are around someone whose heart is heavy we should be quiet and sensitive to their plight.  As we do this we will help cover them and protect them through such a difficult and vulnerable time.

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