H. E. SAWYER-HOPKINS by H. E. Sawyer-Hopkins

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · May 25, 1911

H. E. SAWYER-HOPKINS

By H. E. Sawyer-Hopkins

Rejoice

H. E. SAWYER-HOPKINS

PAUL says, “Rejoice in the Lord.” How often?—“Alway.” To impress this admonition more fully on the mind, he repeats it: “Again I say, Rejoice.” And yet again he urges: “Rejoice evermore.” 1 Thess. 5:16. To whom do these words apply? We find an answer to this question in the words of the psalmist: “Let the righteous be glad; let them rejoice before God.” For what shall the righteous rejoice?—For his goodness, his love, and his mercy.

As we pass along the stream of time, and matters in life move along smoothly, it is natural to be full of hope, courage, and rejoicing; but when reverses come, it is easy to look on the dark side, and be downcast; not even a sigh but adds to our load. Should we stop and consider, we should see plainly that no good ever comes from encouraging a gloomy, depressed spirit.

Let us encourage the habit of looking up at all times, under all circumstances, and thus show our confidence in Him who is mighty. Let us “rejoice evermore.”

Pomona, Cal.