Divine love and care

(J.R. Miller, “Daily Bible Readings in the Life of Christ” 1890) “Our Father in Heaven!” Matthew 6:9 This is the ‘golden gate’ of the temple of prayer! When our Lord taught His disciples how to pray — it was thus … Continued

He who endured that pain for my soul

(J. C. Ryle) “He who did not spare His own Son, but gave Him up for us all — how will He not also, along with Him, graciously give us all things?” Romans 8:32   Would I learn how to … Continued

You O God see me!

Thomas Guthrie, 1803-1873 (Listen to the Audio) “Does He not see my ways and count my every step?” Job 31:4 “A man’s ways are in full view of the LORD, and He examines all his paths.” Proverbs 5:21 “The eyes … Continued

Transfer this thought to God!

(Octavius Winslow, “Waiting and Watching”) (Listen to the Audio,) It is sweet to lean upon one we love: hanging upon His arm for support, and reclining upon Him for sympathy; one on whose wisdom we can unhesitatingly rely, in whose love … Continued

Comforting truths

(Anonymous.  Listen to the Audio) Romans 8:28, “And we know that God causes all things to work together for good, to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose!” The comforting truths of this verse … Continued

Our heavenly possession

(“Solitude Sweetened” by James Meikle, 1730-1799)(selections)  LISTEN to audio!  Download audio O Eternity! All at once I find myself in an unbounded flood of bliss, a spacious sea of glory! O the wondrous displays of His perfections, the manifestations of … Continued

God will supply you

(James Smith, “Comfort for Christians!”) “As your days — so shall your strength be!” Deuteronomy 33:25 Here is a precious promise for a trying day! It belongs to every Christian who is traveling to the Celestial City. And provides for … Continued

The time of God’s answer

By Charles Simeon (Listen to the Audio) Matthew 7:7-8, “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; … Continued

The sufferings of the present life

(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

At all times and in all places

(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