He sees us
(Letters of John Newton) “Surely I am with you always — to the very end of the age!” Matthew 28:20 In our natural state, — we conceive of God as at a distance. But when the heart is awakened, we begin to … Continued
Category: Devotionals
Consider His character as a model
(J.A. James, “Christian Fellowship” 1822 “Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart” Matthew 11:29 “Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 2:5 Be kind and compassionate… Christians … Continued
The sorrow of the Christian
(James Smith, “The Pastor’s Evening Visit”) “Your sorrow shall be turned into joy!” John 16:20 The sorrow of the Christian must be transient. Because It is like the passing cloud on the summer’s day; or the chill of winter which must give place to the genial warmth … Continued
Apply Your Word with power
Charles Spurgeon (LISTEN to the Audio, Or WATCH the Video on either SermonAudio or YouTube.) Psalm 1:2, “His delight is in the law of the Lord, and on His law he meditates day and night.” You are retired for your private devotions; you have … Continued
The wonders and blessedness
(Gleanings from the Inner Life of Ruth Bryan) “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 … Continued
God’s sovereignty does not destroy responsibility.
J.C. Ryle (You will find it helpful to LISTEN to the Audio, as you READ the text below. Or you may want to WATCH the Video on either SermonAudio or YouTube.) Matthew 11:25-26, “At that time Jesus said: I praise You Father, Lord of Heaven … Continued
Nothing is so calming and comforting
(Thomas Reade, “The Sovereignty of God”) (LISTEN to the Audio, OR view the Video on either SermonAudio or YouTube.) “My purpose will stand, and I will do all that I please.” Isaiah 46:10 Nothing is so calming and comforting to the Christian … Continued
The love of Christ
THE LOVE OF CHRIST (How wide, how long, how high, and how deep) (LISTEN to the Audio, Or WATCH the Video on SermonAudio or YouTube.) 1 John 3:1, “How great is the love which the Father has lavished on us, that … Continued
The providence of God
The Providence of God (Pithy Puritan Gems on the Providence of God) (Listen to the Audio) Romans 8:28, “We know that God causes all things to work together for good–to those who love God, to those who are called according … Continued
Salvation is of the Lord alone
Charles Spurgeon (LISTEN to the Audio, Or WATCH the Video on either SermonAudio or YouTube.) “He told them plainly: Lazarus is dead!” John 11:14 There lay Lazarus in the grave, dead! His restoration to life was utterly hopeless upon any ordinary principles. … Continued