Category: Devotionals

I want Your will

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(Newman Hall, “Leaves of Healing from the Garden of Grief” 1891) “He went on a little farther and fell face down on the ground, praying: My Father! If it is possible, let this cup of suffering be taken away from … Continued

Jesus never promised us only smooth places.

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(Newman Hall, 1816-1902) There are many variations in the Christian’s path. Sometimes it is smooth and flowery, with sunny slopes, and sylvan shades, and prospects which entrance the soul with loveliness. There are seasons when no doubts perplex the spirit, and … Continued

Is there consolation in times of trouble?

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(Frank Hall) “We know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose!” Romans 8:28 … Experience teaches us daily that life is filled, not … Continued

Days of mourning are ended

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COMFORT for all who have lost a believing, spouse, parent, child, relative or friend. by John Berridge  (LISTEN to the Audio) Dear brother, I have been informed of the loss of your dear wife. She has now put off mortality, … Continued

He is the beginning of all things

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(Frank Hall) “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” Genesis 1:1 Before there was a Milky Way–there was God! And  before there were galaxies, solar systems, constellations, and nebulae–there was God! Before Mercury, Venus, and Mars were … Continued

With wonder and delight

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(“Every Day!” Author unknown, 1872) “May you know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge!” Ephesians 3:19 Christ’s love surpasses knowledge! Blessed fact! His love is so vast, so full, so free–that it cannot in its completeness be comprehended by … Continued

A Father strong and watchful

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 (Henry Law, “Deuteronomy” 1858) (LISTEN to the Audio) “The beloved of the Lord shall dwell in safety by Him.” Deuteronomy 33:12 Survey the picture. It is lovely in repose. We seem to see a child without a single care seated securely … Continued

God is the one who is guiding

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(Anonymous. Listen to the Audio,) Isaiah 45:7 declares, “I form the light and create darkness, And I bring prosperity and create disaster; I, the Lord, do all these things!” As we read these words, God reminds us that He is … Continued

A beacon of hope

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(Anonymous. Listen to the Audio) Romans 8:28, “And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose!” The profound truths of the above … Continued

Painful vicissitudes

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(John MacDuff, “Evening Incense” 1856) “The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; may the name of the Lord be praised!” Job 1:21 O my Father, let me feel, amid the troubles of life, that what I am apt … Continued