(John Flavel, 1628-1691) “He chose us in Him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in His sight.” Ephesians 1:4 “His eternal purpose which He accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Ephesians 3:11 “Who has saved us and called us … Continued
(Thomas Brooks, “An Ark for All God’s Noahs”) God gives His gold—His Christ, Himself—He gives only to His saints. Though many have counterfeit jewels, yet there are but a few who have the true diamond; though many have their earthly portions, … Continued
(James Smith, “The Believer’s Companion in Seasons of Affliction and Trouble” 1842) “You are my portion, O Lord!” Psalm 119:57 This is the language of every Christian’s heart and life! The generality of the Lord’s family are poor in this world … Continued
(Octavius Winslow, “Divine Realities” 1860) “My times are in Your hand.” Psalm 31:15 Learn to be content with your present lot—with God’s dealings with you, and His disposal of you. You are just where His providence has, in its inscrutable, but … Continued
(Octavius Winslow, “Morning Thoughts”) It is in times of trials that . . . the love, the tenderness, and the grace of the Holy Spirit are better known. As a Comforter, as a Revealer of Jesus, we are, perhaps, more … Continued
(John Fawcett, “Christ Precious”) “Yes, He is very precious to you who believe.” 1 Peter 2:7 Christian! Jesus is your Savior, your Friend, and your Portion. You are guilty–His blood cleanses from all sin. And you are miserable–He is rich in mercy. You … Continued
(John Fawcett, “Christ Precious”) “Leaving you an example so that you should follow in His steps.” 1 Peter 2:21 “He who says he abides in Him, should walk just as He walked.” 1 John 2:6 We see, in our Divine Leader, the … Continued
(John Fawcett, “Christ Precious“) “Yes, He is very precious to you who believe.” 1 Peter 2:7 Christ is precious to those who believe… “You O God are . . . unchangeable in Your nature, glorious in Your essence, wonderful in Your perfections, wise … Continued
(John MacDuff, “Evening Incense” 1856) O my Father, it is of Your compassions alone, that I am not consumed! My way Zionward is well-studded with Ebenezers, testifying “Thus far the Lord has helped me!“ The pillar of Your presence has guided me through many a perplexing path! … Continued
(Winslow, “Daily Need Divinely Supplied” 1870) “The Lord is my portion, says my soul; therefore I will hope in Him.” Lament. 3:24 As the Lord’s true priesthood, this world is not our portion, nor earth our rest. It needs no little … Continued
