The special presence of God

(Thomas Brooks, “A Word in Season to Suffering Saints”) Then Moses said to Him, “If Your Presence does not go with us, do not send us up from here!” Exodus 33:15 God’s gracious presence is infinitely better than all outward comforts. God … Continued

God draws near to you

​ (John MacDuff, “The Thoughts of God“) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “Do not be afraid, worm Jacob; I will help you! says the LORD, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel.” Isaiah 41:14 “Worm Jacob!” What weakness, insignificance, unworthiness! Yet it is … Continued

A life wholly given to God

​Various authors (LISTEN to the Audio) Romans 12:1-2 “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God…” So begins Paul’s earnest plea. He entreats us by the wondrous mercies of our wondrous God described in the previous chapters of Romans: Justification … Continued

At the two extremes of life

(J. R. Miller, “A Life of Character”) “The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms!” Deuteronomy 33:27 At the two extremes of life, childhood and old age—this promise comes with special assurance. “He shall gather the lambs in His arms, and carry them … Continued

Those who walk this path

​Charles Spurgeon, et al. (LISTEN to the Audio) Psalm 16:11, “You have made known to me the path of life;  ​and You will fill me with joy in Your presence,  with eternal pleasures at Your right hand.” This is the language of … Continued

A glorious name given to our God

 ​Charles Spurgeon, et al. (LISTEN to the Audio) 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our afflictions…” What a glorious name … Continued

The service my God will welcome

(Alexander Smellie, “The Hour of Silence” 1899)  LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “Stop bringing meaningless offerings! Your incense is detestable to me. New Moons, Sabbaths and convocations–I cannot bear your evil assemblies! Your New Moon festivals and your appointed feasts, My soul … Continued

The Source of all blessing

Charles Spurgeon, et al. (LISTEN to the Audio) The apostle Paul opens the book of Ephesians by lifting our eyes to the heavenly places that we can view our every spiritual blessing. Verses 3 through 7 of chapter one, unfold a golden chain … Continued

Divine providence

​(Don Fortner) “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28   Divine providence is the daily, constant, sovereign rule of our God over all things … Continued

There is a limit to affliction

(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 things … Continued