(James Smith, “No Comparison!” 1862) “For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time–are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us!” Romans 8:18 Paul compares present sufferings—future glory. Believers are exposed to all kinds of suffering. They … Continued
(Charles Spurgeon, “Flowers from a Puritan’s Garden” 1883) LISTEN to Audio! Download Audio “By running and exercising every day, you are the fitter to run in a race. Just so, the oftener you come into God’s presence–the greater confidence, freedom, and enlargement it will bring to … Continued
Charles Spurgeon, et al. (LISTEN to the Audio) Psalm 119:67 71 75, “Before I was afflicted I went astray, but now I obey Your Word.” “It was good for me to be afflicted, so that I might learn Your decrees.” “I know, O LORD, that Your laws … Continued
Charles Spurgeon, et al. (LISTEN to the Audio) Imagine standing at a crossroads. Before you are two gates. One gate is wide and inviting, leading to a broad, easy road filled with crowds of people. The other gate is small and … Continued
Charles Spurgeon, et al. (LISTEN to the Audio) Psalm 16:11, “You have made known to me the path of life; and You will fill me with joy in Your presence, with eternal pleasures at Your right hand.” This is the language of … Continued
Charles Spurgeon, et al. (LISTEN to the Audio) 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our afflictions…” What a glorious name … Continued
(Alexander Smellie, “The Hour of Silence” 1899) LISTEN to audio! Download audio “Stop bringing meaningless offerings! Your incense is detestable to me. New Moons, Sabbaths and convocations–I cannot bear your evil assemblies! Your New Moon festivals and your appointed feasts, My soul … Continued
Charles Spurgeon, et al. (LISTEN to the Audio) The apostle Paul opens the book of Ephesians by lifting our eyes to the heavenly places that we can view our every spiritual blessing. Verses 3 through 7 of chapter one, unfold a golden chain … Continued
(J.C. Ryle, 1816-1900) “Do not be led astray by all kinds of strange teachings!” Hebrews 13:9 Many things combine to make the present inroad of false doctrine peculiarly dangerous. Because there is an undeniable zeal in some of the teachers of error–and their ‘earnestness’ … Continued
(James Smith, “The Pastor’s Morning Visit”) LISTEN to audio! Download audio “You are My friends!” John 15:14 What infinite condescension in Jesus, to call us sinful worms–His friends! But He not only calls us so but treats us as such! And expects us as His friends, to do whatever He … Continued
