This sermon explores the story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead in John 11, emphasizing how Jesus first responds not with a miracle, but with compassion and sorrow as he weeps with those who are grieving. It teaches that Jesus' tears reveal both his deep empathy for human suffering and his anger toward the brokenness caused by sin. The resurrection of Lazarus is portrayed as a powerful preview of the new life available through Christ's own death and resurrection. Ultimately, we step into this story as we reflect on the “graves” in our lives and respond to Jesus' call to rise and walk in freedom, hope, and new life.