(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
(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 as an elastic promise. … Continued
(Newman Hall, 1816-1902) There are many variations in the Christian’s path. Sometimes it is smooth and flowery, with sunny slopes, and sylvan shades, and prospects which entrance the soul with loveliness. There are seasons when no doubts perplex the spirit, and … Continued
(“Every Day!” Author unknown, 1872) “He will wipe every tear from their eyes–and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever!” Revelation 21:4 This is but a glimpse of the glorious state … Continued
(John Fawcett, “Christ Precious”) “Yes, He is very precious to you who believe.” 1 Peter 2:7 Christian! Jesus is your Savior, your Friend, and your Portion. You are guilty–His blood cleanses from all sin. And you are miserable–He is rich in mercy. You … 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, “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
(Thomas Brooks, “The Crown and Glory of Christianity, or, HOLINESS, the Only Way to Happiness“, 1662) “Having nothing–and yet possessing all things.” 2 Corinthians 6:10 This is a riddle the world cannot understand. A holy man cannot be a poor … Continued
(Cornelius Tyree, “The Benefits of Affliction”) THE BENEFITS OF AFFLICTION “I have refined you in the furnace of affliction.” Isaiah 48:10 Afflictions tend to purify us. Before some of the vessels of the temple could be used for sacred purposes, they had … Continued
(James Meikle, “Solitude Sweetened”) … let the heirs of God, the joint-heirs with Christ, rejoice that the treasures of eternity are theirs! “But blessed are your eyes, for they see.” Happy are those who have the eyes of their mind opened, and clearly see . … Continued
