What is man You are mindful of

(Frank Hall) “What is man that You are mindful of him?” Psalm 8:4 What is man that God should even look in his direction? Who am I that the infinite, glorious, triune God should glance my way–much less be mindful of me? Beloved in Christ, understand … Continued

Gems from W Gurnall Part 2

Choice Gems from W Gurnall Part 2    ~  ~  ~  ~  ~ “I hate pride and arrogance!” Proverbs 8:13C ~  ~  ~  ~  ~ “The Lord detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished.” Proverbs 16:5 ~  … Continued

Gems from William Gurnall

Choice gems from William Gurnall, prayer The gospel is God’s heart in print! ~  ~  ~  ~  ~ That book must be worth reading–that has God for the author! ~  ~  ~  ~  ~ The pleasures of sin must needs be short, because … Continued

Assurance of access!

(J.R. Miller, “Daily Bible Readings in the Life of Christ” 1890) “Our Father in Heaven!” Matthew 6:9 This is the ‘golden gate’ of the temple of prayer! When our Lord taught His disciples how to pray — it was thus He said … Continued

How to be contented…

(J. C. Ryle) “He who did not spare His own Son, but gave Him up for us all — how will He not also, along with Him, graciously give us all things?” Romans 8:32 Would I learn how to be contented and cheerful under … Continued

You increased strength in me

(James Smith, “Comfort for Christians!”) “As your days — so shall your strength be!” Deuteronomy 33:25 Here is a precious promise for a trying day! It belongs to every Christian who is traveling to the Celestial City. It provides for every part of life’s … Continued

In His Hands…

(Letters of John Newton excerpts) …we are growing older, and may expect that as years increase — infirmities will increase also. Yet we are in His hands — and they are merciful hands.God’s Word still gives us encouragement to trust in Him, and call upon Him as long as we … Continued

Brokenness…

(Don Fortner) “The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves such as have a contrite spirit.” Psalm 34:18 A broken heart, a contrite spirit, and a subdued will are rare things, especially in this age in which men everywhere are taught to demand … Continued

He will save His people

(Don Fortner) “You shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins!” Matthew 1:21 The angel’s message to Joseph was a message of grace, redemption and salvation to sinners. By God’s command, He was named, “JESUS,” Savior, because He … Continued

The most Precious thing…

(Grace Gems) “But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8 In giving Christ to die for poor sinners, God gave the richest jewel in His cabinet; a mercy … Continued