God sculpts and paints

(Frank Hall) “For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them.” Ephesians 2:10 There is an infinite difference between the materials that men employ to construct and compose their masterpieces–and … Continued

Where the Holy Spirit is

(J.C. Ryle, “The Holy Spirit“)  LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “When He comes, He will convict the world about sin, righteousness, and judgment.” John 16:8 Where the Holy Spirit is, there will always be deep conviction of sin–and true repentance for it. It … Continued

Little things are not to be despised

(George Everard, “The Right Principle!” 1866)  LISTEN to Audio!  Download Audio “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do–do it all for the glory of God!“ 1 Corinthians 10:31 This same principle is applicable in all common actions and every … Continued

The eternal hallelujah

(“Solitude Sweetened” by James Meikle, 1730-1799) To escape my present sorrow, and triumph in the midst of my present grief–let me suppose eternity is at hand, which may very soon, but must before long, be the case. May I not, then, with the eye of … Continued

The Ancient of Days

(Charles Spurgeon, “Divine Destruction and Protection”)  LISTEN to audio!  Download audio Can your minds fly back to the time when there was no time–to the day when there was no day, but the Ancient of Days? And Can you speed … Continued

God’s knowledge of the future

(Arthur Pink) “Does He not see my ways, and count my every step?” Job 31:4 “His understanding is infinite!” Psalm 147:5 God not only knows whatever has happened in the past in every part of His vast domains, and He is not … Continued

The ordinary blessings of life

(Hannah More)  LISTEN to Audio!  Download Audio “God has shown kindness by giving you rain from heaven and crops in their seasons; He provides you with plenty of food and fills your hearts with joy.” Acts 14:17 That sun which … Continued

Providence teaches us to trust

(anonymous)  LISTEN to Audio!  Download Audio “Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father. And even the very hairs of your head are … Continued

Hope quickens us

(James Smith, “Salvation by Hope” 1862)  Play Audio!  Download Audio “Salvation is of the Lord!” Jonah 2:9 Salvation includes . . . our election, which is past; our effectual calling and sanctification, which are present; and our glorification, which is … Continued

The omniscience of God

(Arthur Pink) The omniscience of God is an encouragement to prayer. There is no cause for fearing that the petitions of the righteous will not be heard, or that their sighs and tears shall escape the notice of God–since He … Continued