Because they all experienced struggle, felt dejection, worried, were depressed, questioned. But in the world of action, they kept going. They had their beliefs and they acted on them. Feelings were not allowed to sway the day. Doesn t mean we toss them out, as some hyper-calvinists, especially those of the scholastic school have suggested we do.
Feelings do fit into the picture.
To be able to enjoy a worship service or other moment in life where spiritual feelings and passions run deep and wide is incredibly wonderful. In fact, probably one of the most passionate Reformed believers was John Calvin. But he d have been the first to tell you that one s feelings are not the foundation. Faith, says Calvin, is NOT an armchair event. Faith is a muscle created in me by the Holy Spirit.