The Inward Glory of Affliction
H. Macmillan. James 5:11 Behold, we count them happy which endure. You have heard of the patience of Job, and have seen the end of the Lord… The outside of a stained window looks dingy and unsightly, it has no beauty or attraction; and so the coloured windows of pain, sickness, or bereavement may, to the children of this world, appear gloomy and uninviting; but from within what a grand and radiant sight is disclosed! — the common, familiar sights of this world are hidden, but what tiring light and glory is revealed within. (H. Macmillan.) Parallel Verses KJV: Behold, we count them happy which endure. Ye have heard of the patience of Job, and have seen the end of the Lord; that the Lord is very pitiful, and of tender mercy. WEB: Behold, we call them blessed who endured. You have heard of the patience of Job, and have seen the Lord in the outcome, and how the Lord is full of compassion and mercy.