Fri.-Sabbath, 5/9-11/14 Devotion

Praise God—Sunday is very near! In order to help prepare us for the church's Sabbath (Sunday) worship, here is Thomas Watson, from the preface of his amazing book, "All Things for Good":

"Christian Reader,

"There are two things, which I have always looked upon as difficult. The one is, to make the wicked sad; the other is, to make the godly joyful. Dejection in the godly arises from a double spring: either because their inward comforts are darkened, or their outward comforts are disturbed. To cure both these troubles, I have put forth this ensuing piece, hoping, by the blessing of God, it will buoy up their desponding hearts, and make them look with a more pleas-ant aspect [perspective].

"I would prescribe them to take, now and then, a little of this Cordial [refresh-ing drink]: all things work together for good to them that love God. To know that nothing hurts the godly, is a matter of comfort; but to be assured that all things which fall out shall cooperate for their good, that their crosses shall be turned into blessings, that showers of affliction water the withering root of their grace and make it flourish more; this may fill their hearts with joy till they run over."