With the arms of my faith

(“Solitude Sweetened” by James Meikle, 1730-1799)  LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “Where sin abounded, therefore grace did much more abound!” Romans 5:20 Dear Savior, in Your sufferings I not only see the infiniteness of sin, but also the infiniteness of … Continued

See the hand of God

(Harvey Newcomb, 1843) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio The secret of true happiness lies in a cordial acquiescence in the will of God. It is sweet to lie passive in His hand–and know no will but His! The doctrine of … Continued

We need spiritual strength

(J.R. Miller, “Family Prayers“) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio Heavenly Father, we would be strong for this new day, and we wait upon You to renew our strength. We need spiritual strength for the day that is before us. We … Continued

Do not be led astray

(J.C. Ryle, 1816-1900) “Do not be led astray by all kinds of strange teachings!” Hebrews 13:9 Many things combine to make the present inroad of false doctrine peculiarly dangerous. Because there is an undeniable zeal in some of the teachers … Continued

The life of faith

(Octavius Winslow, “Go to Jesus”) Then Jesus said, “Come to Me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 The life of faith is a constant coming to Jesus for … Continued

He gives us Himself

(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

the eye of faith

(J. C. Philpot, “Meditations on Ephesians”) “And God placed all things under His feet and appointed Him to be head over everything for the church.” Ephesians 1:22 God has put all things, events, and circumstances under the authority of Christ! How … Continued

In darkest days faith shines

(Henry Law, “Psalms”) So many are saying, “God will never rescue him!” But You, O Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, and the One who lifts my head high. Psalm 3:2-3 In darkest days faith shines with brightest glow. In … Continued

Increase our faith…

(Henry Law, “Family Prayers”)LISTEN to audio! “This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith.” 1 John 5:4 While we mourn over our many maladies–we see that increase of faith would be the grand remedy! Our hearts are often . . … Continued

Will we ever learn this?

(Frank Hall) “Wait on the LORD; be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the LORD!” Psalm 27:14 Will we ever learn this? If we would live in this world for the honor and glory … Continued