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 instruction is given in the New Testament regarding marriage with unbelievers?
How was the conquest of Medo-Persia by Grecia foretold in this symbolic prophecy?
After the law had been proclaimed from Sinai, what did the people again say?
What was one principal object in calling this council?
What title is given the last book of the Bible?
24. What psalms seem to have been written especially for the comfort and encouragement of God's people during the time of the seven last plagues?
How important is the trial of our faith?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle