How well He knows every thorn

(Theodore Cuyler, “Beulah-Land or, Words of Cheer for Christian Pilgrims”) “I am the Good Shepherd. I know My own sheep — and they know Me.” John 10:14 Jesus knows those who are His. He knows all about every one of … Continued

God cares

(J.R. Miller, “Help for the Day”) “He heals the broken-hearted and binds up their wounds!” Psalm 147:3 The God of the Bible is the God of the broken-hearted. The world cares little for broken hearts. Indeed, men often break hearts … Continued

We have a Heavenly Father

(James Smith, “Precious Things from the Everlasting Hills” 1853) “This, then, is how you should pray: Our Father in heaven” Matthew 6:9 “How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of … Continued

Search the Scriptures daily

(Arthur Pink, “Bible Study”) LISTEN to audio! Download audio “Desire the sincere milk of the Word, that you may grow thereby.” 1 Peter 2:2 The Bible consists of a series of letters from the Heavenly Father to His dear children. … Continued

Anxiety of folly

(Charles Spurgeon, “A Good Start!”) “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life — what you will eat or drink; or about your body — what you will wear. Is not life more important than food, and the … Continued

I Myself will help you

(Charles Spurgeon) “Do not be afraid—for I will help you—declares the Lord, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel.” Isaiah 41:14 This morning, let us hear the Lord Jesus speak to each one of us: “I Myself will help you. … Continued

Child of suffering–be patient

(Charles Spurgeon) “Casting all your care upon Him–for He cares for you!” 1 Peter 5:7 It is a happy way of soothing sorrow, when we can feel–“HE cares for ME!” Christian! do not dishonor God, by always wearing a brow … Continued

Who was the real St. Patrick

The following is from “A Note from the Author to Parents and Educators” included in Patrick: God’s Courageous Captive. This is a children’s book published by VOM telling the true story of St. Patrick’s Day. (excerpts) Who was the real … Continued

godly fear

(Arthur Pink, “Fearing God in His Sovereign Majesty”) LISTEN to audio! Download audio “An oracle is within my heart concerning the sinfulness of the wicked: There is no fear of God before his eyes!” Psalm 36:1 Why is it that, … Continued

Cheer up Christian

(James Smith, “Gleams of Grace” 1860) Cheer up Christian, every day you are so much nearer to your eternal home! Never was the end of the journey so near as now; never were there so many troubles behind you, and … Continued