God has prepared a city

(“Every Day!” Author unknown, 1872) “They were longing for a better country–a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, for He has prepared a city for them.” Hebrews 11:16 “Here we have no continuing city, … Continued

Find rest in God alone

(James Smith, “The Pastor’s Morning Visit”) “I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 There is no rest for the Christian in this world. Because there will be always something to disturb, perplex, or distress him; it is an enemy’s land. … Continued

Omnipotent God

(James Smith, “The Believer’s Companion in Seasons of Affliction and Trouble” 1842) “With God all things are possible!” Matthew 19:26 The omnipotence of Jehovah is ruled by His wisdom and holiness, His justice and love. He can do everything consistent … Continued

Our shield

(James Smith, “Wealth for Souls” 1859)  Play Audio!  Download Audio The privileges of the godly are many and great, but this is an especial one: “My shield is God Most High, who saves the upright in heart!” Psalm 7:10 This … Continued

If Jehovah is your God

(​James Smith, “The Believer’s Companion in Seasons of Affliction and Trouble” 1842) “I will be their God — and they will be My people!” Hebrews 8:10 So has Jehovah purposed in reference to all the chosen of His love! In … Continued

An unspeakable mercy

(James Smith, “Our Father and Comforter”) “I will be a Father unto you, and you shall be my sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty.” 2 Corinthians 6:18 Tried Christian, you are not an orphan! You have a Father! God, … Continued

God’s testing room

(John MacDuff) “I have tested you in the furnace of affliction!” Isaiah 48:10 I stood once in the test room of a great steel mill. All around me were little partitions and compartments. Steel had been tested to the limit, and marked with figures that showed its … Continued

God’s Infinite Wisdom

(John Dagg, 1857) “The Lord does whatever pleases Him–in the heavens and on the earth, in the seas and all their depths!” Psalm 135:5-6 It should fill us with joy, that God’s infinite wisdom guides the affairs of the world! … Continued

You can trust God always

(J.R. Miller) “You have not passed this way before!” Joshua 3:4 “Abraham named the place Jehovah-Jireh (which means ‘the LORD will provide’)” Genesis 22:14 As you begin meditating on this verse, write deep in your heart this word with the … Continued

Comfort of comforts

(Thomas Brooks, “The Transcendent Excellency of a Believer’s Portion above All Earthly Portions”) The knowledge of a man’s property in God—is the comfort of comforts. …Of all words, the word mine is the sweetest and the most comforting word. Ah! when a man can … Continued