When trials come into our lives, when clouds darken the horizon, how ready we are to forget that Jesus is our Saviour, that behind the clouds the Sun of Righteousness is shining, that angels are close beside us, preserving us from harm. I would say to the despairing, Look and live. Hope thou in God, for on Calvary’s cross a complete sacrifice was offered for you. Jesus is the sinner’s Friend, the sinner’s Redeemer. Eternal joy—a life of undimmed happiness—awaits the one who surrenders all to Christ. Look away from yourself to Jesus, who is pleading before the throne of God in your behalf. Listen to His words, “Come unto me, ... and I will give you rest.”(Matthew 11:28). “Him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out” (John 6:37). With the hand of faith grasp the promises of God. Appropriate these blessings to yourself, not at some future time, but today. (HP 262.2) MC VC