(Albert Barnes, 1798-1870) “For Christ died for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God.” 1 Peter 3:18 I entreat you to devote one solemn hour of thought to a crucified Savior–a Savior expiring … Continued
(William Dyer, “Christ’s Famous Titles”) “Learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart.” Matthew 11:29 Learn humility, from Christ’s humility. For lack of humility, some angels became devils. When men glory in their pride, God stains the pride of … Continued
(Octavius Winslow) Are you going through a sorrowful affliction? “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid!” Matthew 14:27 What a Friend, and a Helper, is Jesus! Never, no never, does He leave His suffering child to travel that mournful night … Continued
(Arthur Pink) “The law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ” John 1:17 Law and grace are antithetical terms. Consider a few contrasts between them: The Law manifests what is in man–sin. Grace manifests what is in God–love and mercy. … Continued
(Thomas Guthrie, 1803-1873) “Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father. And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are worth … Continued
(Thomas Guthrie, 1803-1873) “He existed before anything else, and He holds all creation together.” Colossians 1:17 God’s work of providence is “His most holy, wise, and powerful preserving and governing of all His creatures and all their actions.” Providence has no … Continued
(James Smith, “Daily Bible Readings for the Lord’s Household”) “He will come to us like the rain, like the spring showers that water the land.” Hosea 6:3 The Lord’s care of His people is incessant. No parent was ever so vigilant over a precious and … Continued
(“Every Day!” Author unknown, 1872) “He led them forth by the right way–that they might go to a city of habitation.” Psalm 107:7 Just so will the Lord will lead you, beloved reader, by the “right way”–if you truly yield yourself to … Continued
(William Dyer, “The Strait Way to Heaven”) The Word of God is the Christian’s rule–and the Spirit of God is the Christian’s guide. “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness” 2 Timothy 3:16 “But … Continued
(Octavius Winslow, “Morning Thoughts“) “Without Me you can do nothing.” John 15:5. Oh, that each Christian would but realize this truth: that simpler, closer, more experimental views of Jesus would essentially strengthen the tone of inward spirituality and comfort! The … Continued
