Psa 126:5 They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.
There is sowing before and reaping can be done. Sowing involves work, but it also involves risk. We are investing our lives in sowing for good, without the ability to bring a harvest. I am thankful that we serve the God of the harvest who is faithful to bring the increase. It is only after a period of faithful sowing that we will see the faithfulness of God, and our joy will be overflowing.