We need a Pilot

(Charles Spurgeon) “When my heart is overwhelmed lead me to the Rock that is higher than I!” Psalm 61:2 Most of us know what it is to be overwhelmed in heart—sinking like a vessel deluged by the storm! Disappointments and heartbreaks will do this—when … Continued

He supplies the needs of our souls.

(Francis Bourdillon, “Bedside Readings” 1864) “He makes me lie down in green pastures. And leads me beside the still waters.” Psalm 23:2 “He makes me lie down in green pastures.” That is, He supplies the needs of our souls. He . … Continued

Sin is not merely the breaking of a rule

Charles Spurgeon, et al. (LISTEN to the Audio) Romans 5:20, “Where sin abounded, grace abounded much more.” Sin is not merely the breaking of a rule–it is rebellion against the infinite majesty and holiness of God. It is treason against … Continued

Wisdom does not originate in intellect

Charles Spurgeon, et al. (LISTEN to the Audio) Proverbs 9:10, “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” Here, God opens to us the true gateway of wisdom. All the … Continued

When God chastens He teaches

(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

There will always be mercy to balance the misery

Charles Spurgeon (Be sure to LISTEN to the Audio, as you READ the text below.) Job 1:21, “Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked I will depart. The LORD gave and the LORD has taken away; may the name of the … Continued

Leave off complaining

James Smith, “Bread from Heaven!” 1857 (Be sure to LISTEN to the Audio) “Do you have a father?” Genesis 44:19 Standing at my window one day, while the cholera was raging in London, I saw two corpses carried by, followed by … Continued

The nearer we come to God

C.H. Spurgeon “Draw nigh to God, and He will draw nigh to you”   (James 4:8). The nearer we come to God, the more graciously will He reveal Himself to us. When the prodigal comes to his father, his father runs … Continued

The condescending love of God

(William Nicholson, “Divine Comfort!” 1862) “As a mother comforts her child — so will I comfort you; and you shall be comforted.” Isaiah 66:13 The condescending love of God to us is most astonishing. Though He is the High and … Continued

Every calamity reveals the holy justice and majesty of God

​Various authors (LISTEN to the Audio) Amos 3:6, “If a calamity occurs in a city, has not the Lord done it?” When earthquakes shake cities, storms destroy homes, and floods sweep away lives–the human heart instinctively asks, “Why, Lord?” Yet … Continued