3) Intercession: tears that reach beyond yourself
There is also a more subtle mystery: crying without knowing why, while sensing that the tears are larger than your own story. You may find yourself thinking of others—a child, a loved one, someone who is suffering or far away, even people you don’t know.
In these moments, tears can become intercession—a silent form of prayer. Not many words, but an offering of the heart.
You may recognize this kind of crying because:
It comes even when you don’t feel personally distressed.
It carries a deep compassion, as though you’re holding something for another.
When it passes, you feel a quiet fatigue paired with peace.
This doesn’t make you holier than anyone else. It simply means your sensitivity has become a gentle way of praying.
How to receive these tears without confusion
When they come, three simple responses can help:
Welcome them: don’t resist or shame the moment.
Unite them: silently turn your heart toward God and say, “I am here.”
Offer them: give them meaning—“Receive this as prayer.”
There’s no need to dramatize the experience or try to recreate it. Some days are full of tears, others of silence. What matters most is not crying, but keeping your heart open.
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