He is your Father

(James Smith, “The Pastor’s Morning Visit”) “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Philippians 4:6 The Lord cares for His children! He knows our needs—and has promised … Continued

Language of the believing heart

(Octavius Winslow, 1866) “Our Father in Heaven.” Matthew 6:10 “Father!” It is the language of the believing heart. Oh, it is a marvelous fact, a stupendous truth — that God should be our Father! Higher than this, the soul cannot … Continued

Trust your Father’s Word

(James Smith, “Daily Bible Readings”) “I will arise and go to my Father!” Luke 15:18 This is a child’s cry! It is full of meaning. And is full of love. It is full of comfort. Because it is a title … Continued

A remedy which never fails

(George Mylne, “Lessons for the Christian’s Daily Walk” 1859) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “Be content with what you have. For God has said: I will never fail you. I will never abandon you!” Hebrews 13:5 Philosophy says, “Do not … Continued

Prayer has an essential place

(J.R. Miller, “Living Victoriously!“) “But you, when you pray, go into your room, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is in the secret place; and your Father who sees in secret, will reward you … Continued

Divine benefits received

LISTEN to audio!  Download audio (You will find it helpful to listen to the audio above, as you read the text below.) “God has shown kindness by giving you rain from heaven and crops in their seasons; He provides you … Continued

Two precious jewels

(J.R. Miller, “The Glory of the Commonplace”) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio A beautiful story is told of a devout home in which were twin boys who were greatly beloved. In the absence of the father, both boys suddenly died. … Continued

God will wipe every tear

(Octavius Winslow, “Day Breaking”) “God will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain.” Revelation 21:4 What a cluster of sweet hopes is here! What a collection of bright beams … Continued

Unhindered access

(J.R. Miller, “Daily Bible Readings in the Life of Christ” 1890) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “Our Father in Heaven!” Matthew 6:9 This is the ‘golden gate’ of the temple of prayer! When our Lord taught His disciples how to … Continued

Better things in store for us

(adapted from Mary Winslow‘s, “Heaven Opened”) What a mercy that there are better things in store for us than this poor world could give! Who that knows the truth experimentally would wish to live in this base world one moment … Continued