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.
6. Until what time were the saints, times, and law of the Most High to be given into the hands of the little horn?
What did the prophet see coming up at this time?
What petition was made to the emperor by a church convention of bishops in AD 401?
What sign was to follow the darkening of the sun and the moon?
Concerning what did Christ tell us not to marvel?
Is Christ ever called an angel?
What did Christ say concerning secret prayer?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle