The Sweet By and By

<p>"The druggist and a violinist were in the drugstore" may sound like the attempt to start a joke or funny story, but it was the setting that brought about the hymn The Sweet By and By. &nbsp;The druggist, Samuel Bennett, was listening to his friend, Joseph Webster, the violinist, pour out his troubles. &nbsp;Was it simply a passing comment by Webster that things would be all right in the by and by? &nbsp;Regardless, it inspired Bennett's thoughts. &nbsp;And, such a hope as this can inspire us that regardless our disappointments, setbacks, and frustrations, things will be all right. &nbsp;Will Jesus resolve our problems in the here and now, or will we have to wait until we meet Him face to face? &nbsp;Either way, we have His assurance He is with us, He will bring us through our difficulties, and He will wipe every tear away. &nbsp;We give praise to Him and glorify our wonderful Savior.</p> <p>Article taken from <strong>Living Stories of Famous Hymns</strong> by Ernest K. Emurian. Copyright © 1955 by Baker Book House Company. Used by permission of Baker Book House Company.</p>