It is precisely what is learned in quietness that
is later manifested in distress. The words of the Law are learned in restful
times, but their fruit is later displayed in affliction.
God is not to be sought from the height of
arrogance, but the remembrance of him is found in situations of lowly humility.
Christ the Lord is the fountain of waters from
which flows everything that restores us. Flowing streams can often run dry, but
a fountain is always supplied with water. So we are rightly invited to the liquid
of the sacred source; there our desire is never able to experience thirst.
Rejoicing refers to the singing of psalms, while confession
must include lamentation over sins. The combination of these two things makes
for a complete Christian. What is
sweeter and more salutary than to praise God and to continually accuse oneself?
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