(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
By Arthur Pink ( LISTEN to the Audio) John 10:27-29, “My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one can snatch them out of … Continued
(John Angell James, “The Death of Mrs. Sherman” May 28, 1848) “And this is the promise that He Himself made to us: eternal life.” 1 John 2:25 In the infinite comprehensiveness of this one promise are included: all that the omniscient … Continued
