If he complain, let it be of none but himself, and his own wayward choice . This assurance of the Lord's perfect justice, wisdom, and intimate knowledge of our respective cases, leads us to yield to his appointments in dutiful silence. Thus uniform is the language of the Lord's people under chastisement. I know, O Lord, that thy judgments are right. But the confession of justice may be mere natural conviction.
Faith goes further, and speaks of faithfulness.
It is not enough to justify God. It is not enough to forbear to murmur. Yes, the trials appointed for us are none else than the faithful performance of his everlasting engagements. He finds therefore no inclination, and he feels that he has no interest in having any change made in the Lord's appointments, revolting as they may be to the flesh. It is the only blessing that the Lord gives, without requiring us to ask for it.