God allows heavy trials
(J. C. Ryle, “The Blood of the Lamb“) God allows heavy trials upon His children for the most wise and merciful purposes. Because we live in such a fair and pleasant world, we are so surrounded with so much that … Continued
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The Gospel reveals
(James Smith, “Christ Exalted, Saints Comforted, and Sinners Directed” 1855) Play Audio! Download Audio “For we know, brethren beloved by God, that He has chosen you; because our gospel came to you not simply with words, but also with power, … Continued
God adapts His grace
(J.R. Miller, “Help for the Day”) “Meanwhile, the disciples were in trouble far away from land, for a strong wind had risen, and they were fighting heavy waves! About three o’clock in the morning, Jesus came toward them, walking on the water!” … Continued
Set His heart upon us
(Arthur Pink, “God’s Loving-kindness” April, 1948) Scripture speaks of “the multitude of His loving kindnesses!” (Isaiah 63:7) And who is capable of numbering them? Said the Psalmist, “How excellent is your loving-kindness, O God!” (Psalm 36:7) No pen of man, … Continued
God will visit
(James Smith, 1860) “…God shall surely visit you, and bring you out of this land, unto the land which He swore to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob.” Genesis 50:24 “God shall surely visit you.” When I can visit my beloved … Continued
I am troubled!
(James Smith, “Daily Bible Readings for the Lord’s Household”) “I am troubled!” Psalm 38:6 This is very often the case with the believer, he is seldom long without something to trouble him. He has . . . so many foes … Continued
Abiding consolation!
(Author unknown) “The eternal God is your refuge–and underneath are the everlasting arms!” Deuteronomy 33:27 If we are held in the clasp of the everlasting arms–we need not fear that we shall ever be separated from the enfolding. “Underneath.” They … Continued
A continual feast
(William Nicholson) “Giving thanks always and for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ!” Ephesians 5:20 ~ ~ ~ ~ One day, Johann Tauler of Strosbourg met a peasant and greeted him, “God give … Continued
Your light affliction
It is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the Kingdom! (George Mylne, “Fear Not!” 1854)“Fear not little flock, it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the Kingdom!” Luke 12:32 Reader, are you one of the redeemed flock … Continued
Seek God’s presence
(Charles Spurgeon) “O that I knew where I might find Him!” Job 23:3 In Job’s uttermost extremity — he cried after the Lord. Just so, the longing desire of an afflicted child of God — is once more to see … Continued