Why is sorrow better than laughter?
Answer
"Sorrow is better than laughter: for by the sadness of the countenance the heart is made better." Eccl. 7: 3.
NOTE - 'Many of the loveliest songs of peace and trust and hope which God's children sing in this
world they have been taught in the hushed and darkened chambers of sorrow. . . . Afflictions, sanctified,
soften the asperities of life. They tame the wildness of nature. They temper human ambitions. They burn
out the dross of selfishness and worldliness. They humble pride. They quell fierce passions. They reveal to
men their own hearts, their own weakness, faults, blemishes, and perils. They teach patience and
submission. They discipline unruly spirits. They deepen and enrich our experience."-"Week-Day
Religion," by J. R. Miller, D.D., Pages 92, 93.
What is God's attitude toward the sinner?
When man first transgressed, what was done to prevent him from living for ever in sin?
Through whom is the reconciliation received?
For what are we told to pray at this time?
With what is God's seal connected?
Does Jesus sympathize with us in our afflictions?
What will finally he the privilege of God's children?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle