(Newman Hall) LISTEN to Audio! Download Audio “It was good for me that I have been afflicted.” Psalm 119:71 One of the precious fruits of sanctified affliction is humility. If pride is the Christian’s greatest foe–then anything that rebukes it is … Continued
(Charles Spurgeon, “The Sick Man Left Behind!“1880) LISTEN to Audio! Download Audio “But Trophimus have I left at Miletus sick.” 2 Timothy 4:20 From the fact that Paul left Trophimus at Miletus sick, we learn that it is the will … Continued
(Octavius Winslow) LISTEN to Audio! Download Audio God’s family is a sorrowing family. “I have chosen you,” He says, “in the furnace of affliction!” The history of the church finds its fittest emblem in the burning, yet unconsumed bush, which Moses … Continued
The following choice excerpts have been gleaned from the writings of Thomas Watson. Be sure to meditate on each one–suck the honey out of these uplifting gems!) LISTEN to Audio! Download Audio ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ AFFLICTIONS – PART … Continued
(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
(J. R. Miller) “I am the Good Shepherd; I know My sheep.” John 10:14 When we think of the millions who are in Christ’s flock, it seems strange to us that He knows and calls each one by name. Yet … Continued
(Alexander Smellie, “The Secret Place” 1907) LISTEN to audio! Download audio “Our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, while we do not look at the … Continued
(Letters of John Newton) My dear friend, I rejoice exceedingly in the Lord’s goodness, enabling you to be resigned and satisfied with His will, despite all the feelings and pinchings of flesh and blood. If you can now believe and say, … Continued
(J.R. Miller, “Losses” 1880) “God Himself has said: Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” Hebrews 13:5 This truth ought to bring unspeakable comfort to God’s children, who are called to suffer earthly losses. Because if they have GOD … Continued
(James W. Alexander, “Consolation” 1852 edited) “It is good for me that I have been afflicted!” Ps. 119:71 We are all familiar with suffering. We are either now enduring, or shall at some future time endure severe afflictions. There are … Continued
