God has individual thoughts of His children

(by Octavius Winslow from “The Preciousness of God’s Thoughts”)      It’s marvelous that God should think of us as He does. God is infinitely great and holy; all worlds, all beings, all events occupy His mind. Yet, God has individual … Continued

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The challenge to live gratefully is for all of us.

In 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, we are reminded: “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” The challenge to live gratefully is for all of us. No matter what situation we find ourselves … Continued

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God seeks a dwelling place

(Octavius Winslow) “And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered.” Matthew 10:30 Christ thus teaches us that our Heavenly Father takes cognizance of the minutest events and circumstances of our individual history; and that there is nothing too … Continued

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There are no little sins

Charles Spurgeon, “Slaughtering Sin!” (LISTEN to the Audio,) excerpts (audio has full dev) One sin ruined our whole race. One fruit plucked from the forbidden tree, hurled mankind from his pristine glory. The effect of that one sin, has gone … Continued

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Strength to grapple

(MacDuff, “Words of Comfort to the Christian Pilgrim”) “As your days, so shall your strength be.” Deut. 33:25 The Christian is frequently compared to a pilgrim, traveling onward through a dreary wilderness, to the promised land of Canaan. His experience is varied and chequered. … Continued

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Sufficient

(George Everard, “Help on the Way to the Better Land!” 1873) Very rich and full is the promise, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:9 It has been spoken of … Continued

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Bring to Him our greatest necessities

(Newman Hall, “Leaves of Healing from the Garden of Grief” 1891)   “Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for Him.” Psalm 37:7 For salvation, we may rest on His atonement. In all our weakness, we may rest on His strength. for … Continued

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What Comfort!

By Charles Spurgeon (LISTEN to the Audio) 1 John 1:7, “The blood of Jesus Christ cleanses us from all sin.” Oh that blessed word all. It includes: willful sins and unintentional sins, sins against gospel light, against the love of God, sins wantonly … Continued

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He became poor that we might become rich.

By James Smith, “Daily Bible Readings for the Lord’s Household” (LISTEN to the Audio) Matthew 8:20, “Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of man has no place to lay His head.” What an … Continued

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Give us the Spirit of adoption

By James Smith (You will find it helpful to LISTEN to the Audio, as you READ the text below.) “My Father!” Jeremiah 3:4 This is a child’s cry! It is full of meaning. Because It is full of love. It is full of … Continued

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