The words of minister DeWitt Talmage touched the lives of tens of thousands of Americans. This sermon functions as a balm for Christians with heavy hearts. In it, Talmage describes the purpose of tears, which he believes exist to keep our souls focused not on this world, but on eternity with Christ. Looking forward to the promise of Heaven, Talmage says, “Bear cheerfully the Ministry of tears, and exult at the thought that soon it is to be ended.”