"The heart and mind of the wise is in the house of mourning, while the heart and mind of fools is in the house of pleasure." Ecc. 7:4

The house of the mourning is where hearts are laid bare, connections are made, the presence of God falls, soul needs are recognized, confessions are made, tears are dried, hope is sparked, and salvation is won. 

Much of Jesus' ministry took place in the house of the mourning; The daughter of Jairus was raised; Lazarus came forth, the leper was cleansed, the widows son was brought back to life. 

"Go and do likewise."