David, Elijah, Jeremiah—to say nothing of Job himself. See Acts 14:22. And of modern Christians it is constantly alleged that they are gloomy and melancholy,—and there is much in them to justify the world’s accusation, as happy and rejoicing believers are rather the exception than the rule among persons of piety. III. How is this to be accounted for? God has made a rich provision for His people’s happiness, but they are not happy,—why is this? May it not be accounted for by their trials, temptations,
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