In general, _feel_
at all times that all is well. And when one's feelings are opposite from
this, a serious question and doubt usually arises as to whether the soul
is really in Canaan-land or not. The fact is, one's feelings are no
standard to go by; for they are subject to a variety of conditions,
spiritual, mental, and physical, and change and fluctuate in a very swift
and unaccountable manner many times. The ups and downs of the Christian
life would indeed be violent and serious if they followed our feelings;
but our faith tells the real story, not our feelings (Ephesians 2:8,
3:17; Romans 8:28, 37-39).
When you are tempted to regard your feelings, ignore the matter altogether.
Look in another place for evidence of your standing. How is your
consecration? (Romans 12:1-3). How is your faith? (1 John 5:4, 10). Are
you all the Lord's? Do you still believe His promise? If you can say yes
to these questions, you are still on victory's side, though you may not
feel it.
The will, not the feelings, is the controlling factor in life. The
feelings are like a family of children who may, if allowed to grow up
disobedient and unruly, cause one much trouble, but if controlled and
made obedient, contribute to one's happiness.
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