(Edward Payson, 1783-1827) Only to be permitted to contemplate such a being as Jehovah . . . to ponder goodness, holiness, justice, mercy, patience and sovereignty–personified and condensed; and think them united with eternity, infinite power, unerring wisdom, omnipresence, and all … Continued
(J. C. Ryle, “To Whom?” 1880) “Lord, to whom would we go? You have the words of eternal life!” John 6:68 Our Almighty personal Friend: Where, indeed, could we turn . . . for peace of heart, and … Continued
(J.R. Miller, “Evening Thoughts” 1907) “The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms!” Deuteronomy 33:27 Of course God has no arms; but He reveals Himself to us in human language — the only language we could understand… But the … Continued
(J.R. Miller, “The Wider Life” 1908) LISTEN to audio! Download audio “I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God–this is your spiritual act of worship.” Romans 12:1 The godly life … Continued
by Spurgeon— Remember it is not YOUR HOLD of Christ that saves you– it is Christ. It is not YOUR JOY in Christ that saves you– it’s Christ. It is NOT EVEN FAITH in Christ (though faith is the instrument) … Continued
(Spurgeon) He will be our guide! “In proportion as the dear crucified Savior reigns in your soul, and his beauties ravish your heart; in that proportion you feel that all is safe because you are in his hands.” Something to ponder Charles Spurgeon: “A sitting silently at the feet … Continued
Things to ponder J.C. Ryle: “Is the Bible the Word of God? Then be sure you never read it without fervent prayer for the help and teaching of the Holy Spirit. Here is the rock on which many make shipwreck. … Continued
(J. R. Miller, “Strength and Beauty”) LISTEN to audio! Download audio True religion will manifest itself in every phase of life. We sit down in the quiet and read our Bible, and get our lesson. We know it now–but we have not as yet got it … Continued
(J.R. Miller, “Miller’s Year Book–a Year’s Daily Readings”) “He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures” 1 Corinthians 15:4 If your faith stops at the cross–it misses the blessing of the fullest revealing of Christ! You need a Savior who not merely … Continued
(J. R. Miller, “The Beauty of Self-control”) “Hold me up—and I shall be safe!” Psalm 119:117 Certain ancient mariners were accustomed to say, as they put out to sea, “Keep me, O God, for my boat is so small—and the ocean is … Continued
