Pride is the leprosy of the soul

(Thomas Brooks, “A Word in Season to Suffering Saints“)  LISTEN to audio!  Download audio Humility makes a man like an angel–but pride makes an angel, a devil! Pride is worse than the devil–for the devil cannot hurt you, until pride … Continued

What a sweet and wondrous relationship exists

Charles Spurgeon, et al. (LISTEN to the Audio) Song of Songs 2:16, “My Beloved is mine, and I am His!” What a sweet and wondrous relationship exists between the believer and the Lord Jesus! What a privilege to call Him … Continued

The Shepherd restores His sheep

(J. R. Miller, “By the Still Waters“) “He restores my soul.” Psalm 23:3 In several ways does the shepherd restore his sheep.>If one wanders away, he goes out after it, and seeks it until he finds it, restoring it to … Continued

He supplies the needs of our souls.

(Francis Bourdillon, “Bedside Readings” 1864) “He makes me lie down in green pastures. And leads me beside the still waters.” Psalm 23:2 “He makes me lie down in green pastures.” That is, He supplies the needs of our souls. He . … Continued

In every trial and affliction

Charles Spurgeon, “Jesus Knew What He Would Do“ (LISTEN to the Audio) Dear friend, in the matter of your present trial and trouble you have been trying to figure out the design of the Almighty, but without success. You must … Continued

Sin is not merely the breaking of a rule

Charles Spurgeon, et al. (LISTEN to the Audio) Romans 5:20, “Where sin abounded, grace abounded much more.” Sin is not merely the breaking of a rule–it is rebellion against the infinite majesty and holiness of God. It is treason against … Continued

Wisdom does not originate in intellect

Charles Spurgeon, et al. (LISTEN to the Audio) Proverbs 9:10, “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” Here, God opens to us the true gateway of wisdom. All the … Continued

He will be our Comforter

(James Smith, “The Pastor’s Evening Visit”) “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are” Hebrews 4:15 “I … Continued

When God chastens He teaches

(James Smith, “Comfort for Christians!”)  LISTEN to Audio!  Download Audio “Blessed is the man You chasten, O Lord–the man You teach from Your law!” Psalm 94:12 The chastenings of the Lord often appear severe, but they are merciful. They . … Continued

There will always be mercy to balance the misery

Charles Spurgeon (Be sure to LISTEN to the Audio, as you READ the text below.) Job 1:21, “Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked I will depart. The LORD gave and the LORD has taken away; may the name of the … Continued