Mourning // Morning

Morning

Mourning

Two words that sound the same and mean different things. In literature we call this a homophone. In life, we call this interesting.

What do we mean? The definition of these words are polar opposite to each other, but have some interesting connections when looked at with a closer lens.

Morning: “The time from sunrise to noon.” Evokes imagery of sunshine; fresh starts; brightness; happiness.

Mourning: “The act of sorrowing. A period of time when grief is shown.” Evokes imagery of darkness; endings; defeat.

I don’t think it’s a mere coincidence that these words share the same sounds but are far from related and can be siblings in some way.

The only letter that gives them a completely different meaning is the letter ‘U,’ and the only one preventing morning from coming is ‘you.’

Ultimately, we have the capabilities to trust God when mourning comes. We have a choice to lean in when trouble and heartache arises.

The Bible says,

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.”

It also makes it clear that morning (joy) comes after hardship.

“Weeping may endure for the night, but joy comes in the morning,” (Psalm 30:5).

So whatever morning/mourning you are today, either way we can be certain that joy will always find us on the other side. We can be sure and rest in the fact that He turns all things to good for those who love Him. We may not see this goodness in the moment; and it may hurt a lot in the moment, or for a long time after, but think about who you were and where you have come from. Think about what you are currently going through and the choice to choose faith over fate.

And so, we leave you with this word,

“The night is far gone; the day is at hand. So then let us cast off the works of darkness and put on the armor of light,” (Romans 13:12).