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