Happy, because whom the Lord loveth He chasteneth.
Happy, because our light affliction is but for a moment.—George Bowen.
October 6th.
When they saw the star they rejoiced with exceeding great joy. Matt. ii. 10.
We who look for Jesus ought to be joyful; it is no credit to our Lord when we look as though we were seeking His grave. The dull looks of Christ's followers have injured Him in the sight of the world. Let us, then, smile as we go, for we have the star if we will look up and put ourselves in the right path.—Thos. Champness.
October 7th.
When I sit in darkness the Lord shall be a light unto me. Micah vii. 8.
If you are willing to choose the seeming darkness of faith instead of the illumination of reason, wonderful light will break out upon you from the Word of God.—A. J. Gordon.
October 8th.
I (Daniel) was left alone, and saw this great vision. Dan. x. 8.