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 the final result or fruit of sin?
How complete was Christ's victory over death?
What does Christ thus become to the believer?
Why did the apostle say this duty was so imperative?
What was the result of the Jews' not accepting Christ?
10. What definite period of time was allotted to this great persecution of God's people under papal Rome?
What will he one of the last great signs performed by this means, to fasten men in deception?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle