Matthew 5:4
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.

Jesus does not speak of casual sorrow for the consequences of our sin, but a deep grief before God over our fallen state. The weeping is for the low and needy condition of both the individual and society; but with the awareness that they are low and needy because of sin. Those who mourn actually mourn over sin and its effects.

This mourning is the godly sorrow that produces repentance to salvation that Paul described in 2 Corinthians 7:10, Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly sorrow brings death.

Those who mourn over their sin and their sinful condition are promised comfort. God allows this grief into our lives as a path, not as a destination.

Application

What are some sins you can see in you, your family, your society? Pray for deliverance.