12 Those Who Mourn

Gospel Mourning is the heart's grief for the sin that we have committed against our perfectly good God.

There is counterfeit mourning:

1. Despairing mourning
2. Hypocritical mourning
3. Forced Mourning

3 Characteristics of gospel mourning

1. It is Spontaneous
2. It is Spiritual
3. It is Specific

Jesus promises comfort, not only in eternity, but also now. Here's how:

1. Gospel mourning is evidence of grace at work preparing you for eternity.
2. Gospel mourning is a great benefit to the effectiveness of the shield of faith against the fiery darts of temptation.
3. Gospel mourning always leads to joy.