The chief Shepherd

(John Newton, “The Great Shepherd”) “He will feed His flock like a shepherd and will carry the lambs in His arms, holding them close to His heart. He will gently lead the mother sheep with their young.” Isaiah 40:11 Our … Continued

He cannot be unkind

(William Purton, “Lessons of Peace in the School of Affliction” 1868) “Tribulation works patience, and patience experience, and experience hope.” Romans 5:4 When great sorrows came upon righteous Job, he did not complain. There was no word of rebellion against … Continued

He gives them crowns of glory

(William Dyer, “Christ’s Famous Titles”) “He has made us kings and priests to our God!” Revelation 5:10 The Lord Jesus infinitely excels all earthly kings—in that He makes all His subjects kings! He has a crown of glory for every … Continued

Memory of God’s supply

(Alexander Smellie, “The Secret Place” 1907) “After leaving Marah, the Israelites traveled on to the oasis of Elim, where they found twelve springs of water and seventy palm trees. They camped there beside the water.” Exodus 15:27 If I were … Continued

His eye is ever upon us

(James Smith, “Comfort for the Christian”) “Your heavenly Father knows that you have need of all these things!” Matthew 6:32 Our gracious heavenly Father bids us cast all our cares upon Him—assuring us that He cares for us! His EYE … Continued

I would seek unto God

(James Smith, “The Pastor’s Evening Visit”) “If I were you — I would seek unto God! I would lay my cause before Him!” Job 5:8 This is sound advice. It is much better than . . . seeking unto men, … Continued

Because the Lord loved you!

(Susannah Spurgeon, “Words of Cheer and Comfort for Sick and Sorrowful Souls!” 1898) “The LORD did not set His love on you nor choose you because you were more in number than any other people, for you were the least … Continued

The Lord is my rock

(“Solitude Sweetened” by James Meikle, 1730-1799) “The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my Savior, my God, my rock in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the strength of my salvation, my stronghold!” (Psalm 18:2) Do rocks … Continued

My God is infinite in power

(Arthur Pink, “The Sovereignty of God“) LISTEN to audio! Download audio “God is infinite in power, and therefore it is impossible for any to withstand His will, or resist the outworking of His decrees!” Such a statement as that is … Continued

Contentment is the crown jewel

(Charles Spurgeon, “Flowers from a Puritan’s Garden” 1883) “I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. And I know what it is to be in need, and what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of … Continued