From Selections, or, Flowers from Many Gardens
Supporting Grace
Let no one think for a moment that because God has answered his prayers, and granted him a deeper work of grace, that therefore he may hope for an exemption from trials, temptations, and afflictions. These will come. But we are “looking unto Jesus” (Hebrews 12:2); they will not move us off the Rock; and that is the important matter. In the time of conflict and darkness, be concerned about two things. First, is my consecration entire? Yes. Second, do I this moment accept and trust in Jesus as my perfect Savior? Yes. Then “All is well.” I am on the Rock. The Rock may be in the valley or the hilltop—in the cloud or in the sunshine—it matters not, if we are on that sure foundation. All is well. It is not darkness, temptation, or trial that separates the soul from God—it is only sin. Let then our trusting souls adopt as their motto, “Anything but sin.” Anywhere with Jesus.
