(Letters of John Newton excerpts) …we are growing older and may expect that as years increase — infirmities will increase also. Yet we are in His hands — and they are merciful hands. His Word still gives us encouragement to … Continued
(Octavius Winslow, “The Divine Attributes Entwining Around the Tempted and Trembling Believer”) Reader, are you a child of sorrow? Jesus is with His people at all times and in all places, and under all circumstances. Consoling thought! He is … Continued
(Henry Law, “Redemption”) (Listen to the Audio) “For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold, that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your forefathers, but with … Continued
(Charles Spurgeon) (Listen to the Audio) “Do not be afraid—for I will help you—declares the Lord, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel.” Isaiah 41:14 This morning, let us hear the Lord Jesus speak to each one of us: “I … Continued
by Jonathan Edwards (Listen to the Audio) Ecclesiastes 2:11, “When I surveyed all that my hands had done, and what I had toiled to achieve–everything was meaningless, a chasing after the wind; nothing was gained under the sun!” Worldly men … Continued
(Charles Spurgeon, “Joy Born at Bethlehem”) (Listen to the Audio) Perhaps you know the legend, or perhaps true history of the awakening of Augustine. He dreamed that he died, and went to the gates of Heaven. And the keeper of … 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 … 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 … Continued
John Eadie, “The Love of God–its Objects, Gift, and Design” 1865) “For God so loved the world, that He gave His one and only Son.” John 3:16 … But, O let His name be extolled–earth has not been passed over; it has … Continued
(“Every Day!” Author unknown, 1872) “Having obtained help from God–I continue until this day.” Acts 26:22 This is the testimony of the great apostle of the Gentiles. Many were the perils to which he was exposed, and many were the … Continued
