We would not be so perplexed
by the mysteries of our lives!
(J.R. Miller, "Evening Thoughts" 1907)
that we may share in HIS holiness. No
discipline seems pleasant at the time,
but painful. Later on, however, it
produces a harvest of righteousness
and peace for those who have been
trained by it." Hebrews 12:10-11
We are not in this world merely
to have a pleasant time--
but to be fashioned into beauty
of Christly character. If we would
always remember this, we would not
be so perplexed by the mysteries
of our lives.
If joy is ours--
it is to make us a greater
blessing to others.
If sorrow is ours--
it is to bring out CHRIST'S
image in us more clearly.
If our hopes are disappointed--
it is because GOD has some
better thing for us, than that
which we so earnestly desire.
If we are called to endure pain--
it is because godly character can
only be matured by affliction.
If bereavement comes and we
are left without the human arm
we have always leaned upon--
it is because there are elements
of character in our life which never
could be developed unless the
human support were removed.
If our burdens are heavy--
it is because we grow best
under burdens.
If we suffer wrong--
it is to teach us better
the great lessons of meekness,
patience and sweet temper.
Always the MASTER is making
us into the beauty of the holy
pattern HE has set for us, and
preparing us for greater usefulness
and better service!
all things to work together for good
to those who love GOD, to those
who are called according
to HIS purpose." Romans 8:28
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GraceGems has just published Miller's superb book,
"Evening Thoughts".
This is one of the best books we have ever read on practical Christian living.
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