If a man trusts in his own righteousness

(Robert Traill) If a man trusts in his own righteousness… “But from Him you are in Christ Jesus, who for us became: wisdom from God, as well as righteousness, sanctification, and redemption.” 1 Corinthians 1:30 … If a man trusts in his own … Continued

The most astonishing exhibition of Divine love

(David Harsha, “Thoughts on the Love of Christ”) (Listen to the Audio) Romans 5:8, “God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us!” In the death of Christ, we behold the … Continued

Have a higher regard

(Anonymous) LISTEN to audio! Download Audio Dear brethren, “I am jealous for you with a godly jealousy. I promised you to one husband, to Christ, so that I might present you as a pure virgin to Him. But I am … Continued

O wondrous love!

(Charles Simeon)  LISTEN to audio!  Download Audio Zechariah 13:7, “Awake, O sword, against My Shepherd, against the Man who is My Companion . . . Strike the Shepherd . . .” When God called to His sword to “awake and … Continued

We may be saved by His merit and mercy

(James Smith, “Abide with Me” 1859)  Play Audio!  Download Audio One great part of the work of the Holy Spirit in the heart is to . . . empty us, strip us of self, lead us to feel our own … Continued

Three questions

(Thomas Sherman, “Divine Breathings; Or, a Pious Soul Thirsting after Christ”) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio O precious saint! Three questions call for your answer: 1. What were you? 2. What are you? 3. What shall you be? 1. What … Continued

It is impossible to conceive words more comforting

 (J.C. Ryle, “The Gospel of Matthew” 1856)  LISTEN to audio!  Download Audio “Surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Matthew 28:20 It is impossible to conceive words . . . more comforting, strengthening, cheering, and … Continued

The lesson of sweet temper

(J.R. Miller, “On the Control of Temper” 1898) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio Many Christian people are willing to confess to an ungentle temper. They seem to think it a matter of not very grave importance. … We are apt … Continued

It is all mercy

(Thomas Reade, “Christian Meditations”)  LISTEN to audio!  Download Audio In order to awaken self-abasement and gratitude–I should consider both what I deserve, and what blessings I have in Christ. If the righteous Lord were to deal with me according to … Continued

A living Christ

J.R. Miller, (“Life’s Byways and Waysides”) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio The women had brought spices, expecting to find Jesus’ body wrapped in burial garments, lying in the tomb. “He is not here–He has risen!” said the angel. Matthew 28:6 Too … Continued