He is present with us

(James Smith, “Israel’s Need, and God’s Mercy” 1856)  Play Audio!  Download Audio Life is but a journey–a journey from the present fleeting world, to the eternal world. “By day the Lord went ahead of them in a pillar of cloud … Continued

The way is long

(Newman Hall, “The Shadow of the Almighty” 1867) The desert is dreary. The way is long. Because Heavily burdened, a weary traveler slowly drags onward his wounded feet. Faint by reason of the fiery blaze which smites him from the … Continued

A child-like confidence

(Charles Spurgeon) I bear my witness that some of the best things I have ever learned from mortal lips–I have learned from bedridden saints! There is no greater mercy that I know of on earth than good health–unless it is … Continued

Take courage!

(“The Fruits and Marks of the Lord Being Our God” J. C. Philpot, Providence Chapel, London, 1849) “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.” Mark 6:50 It is I who formed you in the womb, and brought you forth … Continued

All things are yours

(Thomas Watson, “The Christian’s Charter”) “All things are yours!” 1 Corinthians 3:21 All things are a believer’s, because God is his. “For this God is our God for ever and ever!” Psalm 48:14 “I am God — your God!” Psalm … Continued

A sweet and holy life

(from Octavius Winslow’s “My Times in God’s Hand”) Covet to live a life of daily dependence on God. Oh! it is a sweet and holy life! It will save you…. from many a desponding feeling; a corroding care; an anxious … Continued

It is all of grace!

(from Octavius Winslow’s, “Morning Thoughts“ “Is there no balm in Gilead? Is there no physician there?” Jeremiah 8:22 There is! The physician is Jesus, the balm is His own most precious blood. Because He binds up the broken heart, He … Continued

When I see Him

(Gleanings from the Inner Life of Ruth Bryan) “For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your forefathers–but … Continued

God allows heavy trials

(J. C. Ryle, “The Blood of the Lamb“) God allows heavy trials upon His children for the most wise and merciful purposes. Because we live in such a fair and pleasant world, we are so surrounded with so much that … Continued

The Gospel reveals

(James Smith, “Christ Exalted, Saints Comforted, and Sinners Directed” 1855) Play Audio!  Download Audio “For we know, brethren beloved by God, that He has chosen you; because our gospel came to you not simply with words, but also with power, … Continued