This is the secret

"Does it hurt you severely?" one asked of a friend who lay with a broken arm. "Not when I keep still," was the answer.

This is the secret of much of the victoriousness we see in rejoicing Christians. They conquer the pain and the bitterness, by keeping still. They do not question God, nor demand to know why they have trials.

They believe in God, and are so sure of His love and wisdom, that they are pained by no doubt, no fear, no uncertainty. Peace is their pillow, because they have learned just to be still. Their quietness robs . . .

trial of its sharpness,

sorrow of its bitterness,

death of its sting, and

the grave of its victory!

"Be still, and know that I am God" Psalm 46:10

"I was silent; I would not open my mouth, for You are the one who has done this!" Psalm 39:9

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