"This I recall to my mind, therefore ...

"This I recall to my mind, therefore have I hope." Lamentations 3:21 Memory is often the bondslave of despair. As a general principle, if we would exercise our memories more wisely, we might, in our very darkest distress, strike a match which would instantaneously kindle the lamp of comfort. Remember the kindness of the Lord, Rehearse His deeds of grace & Recollect His memorials of mercy.