I run to Him
(Mary Winslow, “Life in Jesus”) When disappointed in the creature, I take refuge at once in Jesus! I run to Him, and find Him all my heart could wish! Lord, how could I live without You? You are . . . … Continued
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God has individual thoughts of His children
(by Octavius Winslow from “The Preciousness of God’s Thoughts”) It’s marvelous that God should think of us as He does. God is infinitely great and holy; all worlds, all beings, all events occupy His mind. Yet, God has individual … Continued
The challenge to live gratefully is for all of us.
In 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, we are reminded: “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” The challenge to live gratefully is for all of us. No matter what situation we find ourselves … Continued
God seeks a dwelling place
(Octavius Winslow) “And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered.” Matthew 10:30 Christ thus teaches us that our Heavenly Father takes cognizance of the minutest events and circumstances of our individual history; and that there is nothing too … Continued
Strength to grapple
(MacDuff, “Words of Comfort to the Christian Pilgrim”) “As your days, so shall your strength be.” Deut. 33:25 The Christian is frequently compared to a pilgrim, traveling onward through a dreary wilderness, to the promised land of Canaan. His experience is varied and chequered. … Continued
Bring to Him our greatest necessities
(Newman Hall, “Leaves of Healing from the Garden of Grief” 1891) “Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for Him.” Psalm 37:7 For salvation, we may rest on His atonement. In all our weakness, we may rest on His strength. for … Continued
God’s providential kindness
(James Buchanan, “Comfort in Affliction” 1837) “His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness!” Lamentations 3:24 Each Christian may find in his own case, some peculiar token of God’s providential kindness to him. It is in the details of each … Continued
God loves His redeemed children entreat Him!
By Charles Spurgeon LISTEN to the Audio Proverbs 15:29, “The Lord is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayers of the righteous.” Fathers, you love to hear the requests of your little children. You know very well that … Continued
The first law of true religion
(James W. Alexander, “Consolation” 1852) “Affliction does not come forth from the dust–neither does trouble spring out of the ground.” Job 5:6 “When times are good, be happy; but when times are bad, consider: God has made the one as well as … Continued
Where you once were
[N.B. Today’s post is longer, insightful and encouraging! Shortened below, you can listen to the full 8 min audio!] by Charles Spurgeon (LISTEN to the Audio) 1 Timothy 1:15, “Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus … Continued