(John MacDuff, “The Words of Jesus”) “Take courage! It is I—do not be afraid!” Mark 6:50 Jesus lives! His people may dispel their misgivings—for Omnipotence treads the waves! To sense it may seem at times to be otherwise— accident and … Continued
THE SAFE REFUGE “And a man shall be as a hiding place from the wind, and a covert from the tempest; as rivers of water in a dry place, as the shadow of a great rock in a weary land.” … Continued
(Alexander Smellie, “The Hour of Silence” 1899) LISTEN to audio! Download audio “I did not come to bring peace, but a sword!” Matthew 10:34 Not peace, but a sword! Lord Jesus, this is a hard saying! Teach me to believe … Continued
(Mason, “A Spiritual Treasury for the Children of God”) Are our hearts weak and low, ready to sink and faint? And our graces upon the decline? Are our enemies strong —and troubles increased? To whom should we fly—but to almighty … Continued
(Mason, “A Spiritual Treasury for the Children of God”) Are our hearts weak and low, ready to sink and faint? And are our graces upon the decline? Are our enemies strong—and our troubles increased? To whom should we fly but … Continued
(J. R. Miller, “By the Still Waters“) “He restores my soul.” Psalm 23:3 In several ways does the shepherd restore his sheep. If one wanders away, he goes out after it, and seeks it until he finds it, restoring it … Continued
(James Smith, “The Love of Christ! The Fullness, Freeness, and Immutability of the Savior’s Grace Displayed!”) “Yes, He is altogether lovely! This is my Beloved, and this is my Friend!” Song of Songs 5:16 Jesus manifests His love — as … Continued
(James Smith, “The Pastor’s Evening Visit”) “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are” Hebrews 4:15 “I … Continued
(Ralph Erskine, 1685-1752) “The name of the LORD is a strong tower! A righteous person runs to it and is safe!” Proverbs 18:10 Jesus has a name suiting every want, every need. Do you need wonders to be wrought for … Continued
(James Smith, “The Pleading Savior” 1861) “I am glorified in them!” John 17:10 That is, I HAVE been glorified . . . by their faith, for they have exercised confidence in Me; their choice, for they have left all and … Continued
