0662. FRUITFUL IN AFFLICTION.

FRUITFUL IN AFFLICTION.

"God hath caused me to be fruitful in the land of my affliction" (Gen_41:52).

I. The Condition. Affliction. This is a condition-

1. Alarming to the ungodly.

2. Rejoiced in by the believing (Rom_5:3).

II. The Blessing. Fruitfulness.

1. A comfort to the afflicted (1Co_1:5).

2. A means of satisfaction to the Saviour (Joh_15:2).

III. The Source. "God hath caused me."

1. By His abounding grace (2Co_9:8) including His overruling providence.

2. By His indwelling Spirit (Joh_15:4).

Autor: James Smith