Intercessory prayer

By Charles Spurgeon (LISTEN to the Audio) Ephesians 6:18, ” . . . always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people!” Intercessory prayer is a vital and powerful spiritual practice. It is an essential part of the Christian life, … Continued

Holiness is the work of the Spirit

(John Angell James, “The True Christian” 1846) “You ought to live holy and godly lives.” 2 Peter 3:11 Holiness is a very comprehensive word, and expresses a state of mind and conduct that includes many things. Holiness is the work of the … Continued

Safely from grace to glory

(J.C. Ryle, “Do You Have a Priest?”) “We have a great High Priest who has entered Heaven, Jesus the Son of God.” Hebrews 4:14 Christ, the great High Priest in Heaven, is ever doing the work of a Friend, a … Continued

What a solemn journey

(John Fawcett, “The Important Journey from this World to the Next” 1774) This is a journey which may be near at hand. “I am this day going the way of all the earth.” For anything we know, the journey may be just before us–there … Continued

One simple promise from God

(Anonymous) “Your shoes shall be iron and brass; and as your days — so shall your strength be!” Deuteronomy 33:25 Dr. Doddridge was walking out one day in a very depressed state of mind. His trials were at that time … Continued

Though they may appear poor they are really rich!

(James Smith, “The Wealthy Family!”) “There is no lack to those who fear Him!” Psalm 34:9 The Lord’s people all fear Him–that is, they fear to offend Him, and desire above all things to please Him. And though they may … Continued

Absolute security

By Arthur Pink ( LISTEN to the Audio) John 10:27-29, “My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one can snatch them out of … Continued

Heaven will be life

(John Angell James, “The Death of Mrs. Sherman” May 28, 1848) “And this is the promise that He Himself made to us: eternal life.” 1 John 2:25 In the infinite comprehensiveness of this one promise are included: all that the omniscient … Continued

Our only hope and Savior

(John Fawcett, “The Sick Man’s Employment; or Views of Death and Eternity Realized” 1774) “Before I was afflicted I went astray, but now I obey Your Word.” Psalm 119:67 “It was good for me to be afflicted so that I might learn Your decrees.” Psalm 119:71 “This … Continued

He guides their steps

(Letters of John Newton) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “The Lord reigns! He is robed in majesty! The Lord is robed in majesty and is armed with strength!” Psalm 93:1 “The Lord reigns! Let the nations tremble!” Psalm 99:1 He … Continued