I applied my mind to understand

(George Mylne, “Lessons for the Christian’s Daily Walk” 1859) “So I applied my mind to understand, to investigate and search out wisdom and the scheme of things.” Ecclesiastes 7:25 We live in stirring days when deeds are everything–when closet work … Continued

Peace that flows from believing

Letters of John Newton) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows!” John 16:33 Dear friend, You have lately been in the furnace–and are now brought safely out. I hope you have much … Continued

Grieved by various trials

short(Letters of John Newton) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “Now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials.” 1 Pet. 1:6 The Lord loves His children, and is very indulgent to them so far as … Continued

See the hand of God

(Harvey Newcomb, 1843) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio The secret of true happiness lies in a cordial acquiescence in the will of God. It is sweet to lie passive in His hand–and know no will but His! The doctrine of … Continued

A remedy which never fails

(George Mylne, “Lessons for the Christian’s Daily Walk” 1859) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “Be content with what you have. For God has said: I will never fail you. I will never abandon you!” Hebrews 13:5 Philosophy says, “Do not … Continued

God reveals Himself

(J.R. Miller, “Living Victoriously!“) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly!” Colossians 3:16 Many people who would not go out any morning without a few moments of prayer, will go forth day after … Continued

Practical obedience

(J. R. Miller, “Miller’s Year Book–a Year’s Daily Readings”)  LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “To obey is better than sacrifice.” 1 Samuel 15:22 Many people set a great deal more stress on religious rituals, than upon practical obedience. They will … Continued

He has veiled the future

(George Mylne, “Lessons for the Christian’s Daily Walk” 1859) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “Since no man knows the future, who can tell him what is to come?” Ecclesiastes 8:7 God’s purposes have all their seasons of fulfillment. His judgments … Continued

Sanctified afflictions

(J.R. Miller, “Weekday Religion” 1880)  LISTEN to audio! Download audio “Before I was afflicted I went astray, but now I obey Your Word.” Psalm 119:67 “It was good for me to be afflicted, so that I could learn Your statutes.” … Continued

Grace and glory

(Ezekiel Hopkins, 1633-1690 “The Excellency of Heavenly Treasures!) All earthly things are to be accounted good or evil, only as they concern our eternal state and condition. You will be greatly deceived if you look upon earthly things as they … Continued