(James Buchanan, “Comfort in Affliction” 1837) “His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness!” Lamentations 3:24 Each Christian may find in his own case, some peculiar token of God’s providential kindness to him. It is in the details of each … Continued
By Charles Spurgeon LISTEN to the Audio Proverbs 15:29, “The Lord is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayers of the righteous.” Fathers, you love to hear the requests of your little children. You know very well that … Continued
(James W. Alexander, “Consolation” 1852) “Affliction does not come forth from the dust–neither does trouble spring out of the ground.” Job 5:6 “When times are good, be happy; but when times are bad, consider: God has made the one as well as … Continued
[N.B. Today’s post is longer, insightful and encouraging! Shortened below, you can listen to the full 8 min audio!] by Charles Spurgeon (LISTEN to the Audio) 1 Timothy 1:15, “Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus … Continued
By Charles Spurgeon (LISTEN to the Audio) Ephesians 6:18, ” . . . always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people!” Intercessory prayer is a vital and powerful spiritual practice. It is an essential part of the Christian life, … Continued
(John Angell James, “The True Christian” 1846) “You ought to live holy and godly lives.” 2 Peter 3:11 Holiness is a very comprehensive word, and expresses a state of mind and conduct that includes many things. Holiness is the work of the … Continued
(J.C. Ryle, “Do You Have a Priest?”) “We have a great High Priest who has entered Heaven, Jesus the Son of God.” Hebrews 4:14 Christ, the great High Priest in Heaven, is ever doing the work of a Friend, a … Continued
(John Fawcett, “The Important Journey from this World to the Next” 1774) This is a journey which may be near at hand. “I am this day going the way of all the earth.” For anything we know, the journey may be just before us–there … Continued
(Anonymous) “Your shoes shall be iron and brass; and as your days — so shall your strength be!” Deuteronomy 33:25 Dr. Doddridge was walking out one day in a very depressed state of mind. His trials were at that time … Continued
(James Smith, “The Wealthy Family!”) “There is no lack to those who fear Him!” Psalm 34:9 The Lord’s people all fear Him–that is, they fear to offend Him, and desire above all things to please Him. And though they may … Continued
