(Mary Winslow, “Words of Loving Counsel and Sympathy”) “From the fullness of His grace we have all received one blessing after another!” John 1:16 What could we do in this wilderness world, beset with manifold temptations and trials within and … Continued
(Charles Spurgeon, 1864) LISTEN to audio! Download audio There was a period when God dwelt alone, and creatures were not. In that time before all time, when there was no day but “the Ancient of Days,” when matter and created mind were alike unborn, and even space was not–God, … Continued
(J.R. Miller “Bethlehem to Olivet” 1905) LISTEN to audio! Download audio ”The LORD is my shepherd; I have everything I need!” Psalm 23:1 The shepherd is a favorite Scriptural picture of the divine love and care. In the Old Testament, the twenty-third Psalm gathers the whole wonderful truth in … Continued
(J. R. Miller, 1905) LISTEN to audio! Download audio “He got up from supper, laid aside His robe, took a towel and tied it around Himself. Next, He poured water into a basin and began to wash His disciples’ feet and to dry them … Continued
(James Smith, “Daily Bible Readings for the Lord’s Household”) “God, who comforts those who are downcast.” 2 Corinthians 7:6 Many things cast us down — but only our God can effectually comfort us. He is the Father of mercies, and the God of … Continued
Something to ponder: J.R. Miller: “Every Christian can preach sermons every day, at home and among neighbors and friends–by the beauty of holiness in his own common life. Wherever a true Christian goes, his life ought to be an inspiration. Our … Continued
(J.R. Miller, “Prayer in the Christian life” 1903) LISTEN to audio! Download audio (selections below…full dev. on audio) What place should prayer have in a Christian’s life? Should we pray little or much? … There is a verse of Paul’s which seems to answer all … Continued
(J.R. Miller, “The Story of Joseph, Practical Lessons“) LISTEN to audio! Download audio We read that Joseph bore himself so congenially and did his work so well, and was so capable, so true, so trustworthy–that Potiphar “left all that he owned under Joseph’s care; he … Continued
(from Octavius Winslow’s “Christ, the Shepherd” http://gracegems.org “I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep…” John 10:14Jesus possesses a perfect knowledge of His sheep, collectively and individually. How else could He meet the demands of each and all of a … Continued
(J.R. Miller, “Silent Times”) LISTEN to audio! Download audio “Christ in you, the hope of glory.” Colossians 1:27 “Christ lives in me.” Galatians 2:20 Jesus Christ within us, will be made manifest. If we have this divine indwelling, we will also have an ever-increasing measure in all … Continued
