Whether your life is stormy with painful circumstances, drizzly with stresses and anxieties, or sunny with a sense that God is in control, The Gift of Tears invites you to experience God’s peace and presence in deeper ways.

Tears are a gift. Though we long for the constant sunshine of happiness and the comfort of a stress-free life, we need the nourishing, refreshing teardrops of life lessons. Without tears, the garden of our heart becomes parched and barren. Thus, God offers us the gift of tears.

In this ten-week devotional, you will journey through life stories of learning to trust God in difficult circumstances, parables from times of listening prayer, insights from contemplating God’s word, and prayer activities that inspire personal prayer and reflection. The activities include listening to God and writing prayers to Him, listening to songs and doodling, praying Bible verses back to God, thanking God for 100 things and other creative prayer prompts.

Each week of The Gift of Tears has a different theme: tears of praise, confession, identity, thanksgiving, joy, healing, emotions, purpose, suffering, and encouragement. You can explore the book from beginning to end, or you can choose a theme that speaks to your current circumstances.

This devotional invites you to be honest with God about your struggles and pain, to realize He loves you just the way you are and does not condemn you for your weaknesses, and to turn to Him for encouragement and hope.

The Gift of Tears encourages you to experience tears as a blessing, not a burden, and even in life’s storms to thank God for your tears.