0228. 225. Comforts

225. Comforts

1. “The God of all Comfort” comforts us by His Word—2Co_1:3-7, R.V.

2. The Lord Jesus comforts us by His work. The word “Advocate” in 1Jn_2:1, is the same as used of the Holy Spirit as the “Comforter.”

3. The Holy Spirit comforts us by His presence—Joh_15:26.

4. The Word comforts us by its assurance—Mat_9:2, Mat_9:22; Mat_14:27; Mar_10:49; Joh_16:33; Act_23:11. The words “cheer” and “comfort” are the same.

5. Brethren comfort us by their fellowship—Rom_1:12.

6. The ministry of the Word is meant to comfort or help those who listen to it—Eph_6:22; Col_4:8, Col_4:11.

7. Christ’s Coming again is meant to comfort those who sorrow for their loved ones who have fallen asleep—1Th_4:13-18.

By: DR. F. E. MARSH