It is true, joy in the Holy Ghost may be withdrawn, during the hour of trial; yea, the soul may be “exceeding sorrowful,” while “the hour and power of darkness” continue; but even this is generally restored with increase, till we rejoice “with joy unspeakable and full of glory.” —from “The Witness of the Spirit” In a Christian, the fruit is there, even though the clouds hide it. The Spirit is there, even though we may go through periods of sorrow. Through all of life, we have the witness of His Spirit