(James Smith, “Our Father and Comforter”) “For whoever does the will of My Father in heaven — is My brother and sister and mother.” Matthew 12:50 Every relation in which Jesus stands to His people is precious. But there are … Continued
(John MacDuff, “The Rainbow in the Clouds”) “Let the Lord be exalted, who delights in the prosperity of His servant.” Psalm 35:27 What is “prosperity?” Is it threads of life weaved into a bright outcome? a full cup? ample riches? worldly applause? … Continued
(author unknown) Give it all to Him! For me, fear was the worst! In my head I kept hearing a little voice that said “There’s no way you’re going to be able to handle all that this disease will bring!” But it … Continued
(Arthur Pink) The omniscience of God is an encouragement to prayer. There is no cause for fearing that the petitions of the righteous will not be heard, or that their sighs and tears shall escape the notice of God–since He … Continued
(“Comfort for the Desponding–Words to Soothe and Cheer Troubled Hearts!” 1864) “Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you!” 1 Peter 5:7 The Christian’s life is very much made up of cares and comforts. We shall be … Continued
(Thomas Brooks, “The Crown and Glory of Christianity, or, HOLINESS, the Only Way to Happiness”, 1662) “The Lord has heard the voice of my weeping.” Psalm 6:8 Tears have a voice. God has an eye upon a man’s tears, as well as upon his … Continued
(J.R. Miller) “There is a friend who sticks closer than a brother!” Proverbs 18:24 God helps and blesses us through our friendships, but these are meant only to draw us up to Himself. Jesus is the only man in whom … Continued
(John MacDuff) “I have tested you in the furnace of affliction!” Isaiah 48:10 I stood once in the test room of a great steel mill. All around me were little partitions and compartments. Steel had been tested to the limit, and marked with figures that showed its … Continued
(John Dagg, 1857) “The Lord does whatever pleases Him–in the heavens and on the earth, in the seas and all their depths!” Psalm 135:5-6 It should fill us with joy, that God’s infinite wisdom guides the affairs of the world! Many of its … Continued
Letters of William Romaine, 1714-1795) Christ enjoyed, being the death of every selfish affection . . . mortifies the carnal heart, crucifies worldly tempers, and subdues creature-love. If we would daily walk with a happy heart, we must learn to draw … Continued
