Every saint needs solitude

(Alexander Smellie, “The Hour of Silence” 1899)  LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “But when God, who set me apart from birth and called me by His grace, was pleased to reveal His Son in me…I did not consult any man. … Continued

These are the gifts

(Alexander Smellie, “The Hour of Silence” 1899)  LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “When a woman who had lived a sinful life in that town learned that Jesus was eating at the Pharisee’s house, she brought an alabaster jar of perfume, … Continued

Yes I walk safely!

(Alexander Smellie, “The Hour of Silence” 1899)  LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “He will keep the feet of His saints!” 1 Samuel 2:9 It is a promise for the everyday walk of my life–the walk of . . .   … Continued

God desires my adoration

(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, … Continued

The child of God has his refuge

(James Alexander, “Consolation” 1852) “In this world, you will have trouble.” John 16:33 “You are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble!” Psalm 59:16 The heart knows its own bitterness, and sometimes the sharpest arrow is rankling just where … Continued

The God of 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 … Continued

My feeble hand lies in His

(Alexander Smellie, “The Secret Place” 1907)  LISTEN to audio!  Download audio​ (excerpts)​ “Truly I say to you, unless you are converted and become like children, you will not enter the kingdom of Heaven!” Matthew 18:3 I look into the face … Continued

A purpose in 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 … Continued

God counsels me to love mercy

(Alexander Smellie, “The Secret Place” 1907)  LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “What does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” Micah 6:8 Simplicity and comprehensiveness mark the requirements … Continued

Until I learn to lean on Him

(Alexander Smellie, “The Secret Place” 1907)  LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints!” Psalm 116:15 To me death has its unlovely aspects: I may be ready by God’s grace … Continued