“The God of all comfort.” 2 Cor. 1:3.
17. Whom does God comfort?
“God, that comforteth those that are cast down.” 2 Cor. 7:6.
Christ The Consoler. "Come unto Me, all ye that labor and are heavy-laden, and I will give you rest." Matt. 11:28.
18. What promise is made to those that mourn?
“Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.” Matt. 5:4.
19. Why does God comfort us in tribulation?
“Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort where-*with we ourselves are comforted of God.” 2 Cor. 1:4.
Note.—One who has passed through trouble and affliction himself, and received comfort from God, is better able to minister comfort to others.