And to bring about his eternal purposes in the end of man, after he had created our first parents, and the beasts of the field and the fowls of the air, and in fine, all things which are created, it must needs be that there was an opposition; even the forbidden fruit in opposition to … Continue reading Bittersweet
We are, that we might have joy – not superficial pleasantness in life, but real, sanctified joy that comes through living a dedicated life and the crucibles of consecration or soul stretching. Joy only comes through those things – so to experience them (through mortality) is meant for joy – and meant to be. We … Continue reading Made for Joy
A couple of months ago, I was studying chapters 14-16 of John. They’re really nice chapters where the Lord is explaining to his disciples what will soon occur for him and them. He’s also helping them understand why it’s necessary and how they can remain at peace despite the loneliness and difficulty to come. In … Continue reading Be of good cheer
Peaceable Treasures 