God of the broken

(J. R. Miller) “This man welcomes sinners—and eats with them!” Luke 15:2 “I tell you the truth, the tax collectors and the prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God ahead of you!” Matthew 21:31 Christ is building His kingdom with … Continued

That hand of changeless love

(Octavius Winslow) “My times are in Your hand!” Psalm 31:15 Our times of adversity are also in God’s hand. As every sunbeam that brightens, so every cloud that darkens, is allowed by God. We are subject to great and sudden … Continued

How calming to the soul

Jared Waterbury, “Meditations and Prayers” 1840)  LISTEN to Audio!  Download Audio “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble!” Psalm 46:1 “Man is born to trouble, as the sparks fly upwards!.”  The world in which … Continued

A man who walks with God

Charles Spurgeon, “Enoch Walking with God“ (LISTEN to the Audio) Genesis 5:24, “Enoch walked with God.” A man who walks with God will necessarily grow in grace, and in the knowledge of God, and in likeness to Jesus. You cannot … Continued

His way is perfect!

(John MacDuff, “The Words of Jesus”) “The very hairs of your head are all numbered!” Matthew 10:30 What a promise is this! All that befalls you, to the very numbering of your hairs—is known to God! Nothing can happen by … Continued

Look at the Cross!

Octavius Winslow, “Morning Thoughts”  (You will find it helpful to LISTEN to the Audio, as you READ the text below.) “He that spared not His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all–how shall He not with Him also freely … Continued

​Rely on His Word

(James Smith, “The Pastor’s Morning Visit”)   “I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 There is no rest for the Christian in this world. Because there will always be something to disturb, perplex, or distress him; it is an enemy’s land. … Continued

The special presence of God

(Thomas Brooks, “A Word in Season to Suffering Saints”) Then Moses said to Him, “If Your Presence does not go with us, do not send us up from here!” Exodus 33:15 God’s gracious presence is infinitely better than all outward comforts. God … Continued

A fountain of mercy and grace

​Thomas Brooks (LISTEN to the Audio) John 1:14, “We have seen His glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.” John 1:16, “From the fullness of His grace, we have all received … Continued

God draws near to you

​ (John MacDuff, “The Thoughts of God“) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “Do not be afraid, worm Jacob; I will help you! says the LORD, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel.” Isaiah 41:14 “Worm Jacob!” What weakness, insignificance, unworthiness! Yet it is … Continued