Trust in Time of Trial
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love
God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. Rom. 8:28.
The Christian's hope does not rest upon the sandy foundation of
feeling. Those who act from principle will behold the glory of God beyond
the shadows, and rest upon the sure word of promise. They will not be
deterred from honoring God however dark the way may seem. Adversity and
trial will only give them an opportunity to show the sincerity of their
faith and love. When depression settles upon the soul, it is no evidence
that God has changed. He is "the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever"
(Heb. 13:8). You are sure of the favor of God when you are sensible of the
beams of the Sun of Righteousness; but if the clouds sweep over your soul,
you must not feel that you are forsaken. Your faith must pierce the gloom. .
. . The riches of the grace of Christ must be kept before the mind. Treasure
up the lessons that His love provides. Let your faith be like Job's, that
you may declare, "Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him" (Job 13:15).
Lay hold on the promises of your heavenly Father and remember His former
dealing with you and with His servants, for "all things work together for
good to them that love God."
The most trying experiences in the Christian's life may be the most
blessed. The special providences of the dark hours may encourage the soul in
future attacks of Satan, and equip the servant of God to stand in fiery
trials. The trial of your faith is more precious than gold. You must have
that abiding confidence in God that is not disturbed by the temptations and
arguments of the deceiver. Take the Lord at His word. . . .
It is faith that familiarizes the soul with the existence and presence
of God, and when we live with an eye single to His glory we discern more and
more the beauty of His character. Our souls become strong in spiritual
power, for we are breathing the atmosphere of heaven and realizing that God
is at our right hand. . . . We should live as in the presence of the
Infinite One.
>From That I May Know Him - Page 257
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