God of the broken-hearted (J. R. Miller, “The Beatitude for the Unsuccessful” 1892) “The Lord is near the broken-hearted.” Psalm 34:18 The God of the Bible, is the God of the broken-hearted. The world cares little for the broken hearts. Indeed, … Continued
(Octavius Winslow) LISTEN to audio! Download audio Those bright constellations–Christ created them. Those burning suns–Christ kindled them. Those snow wreathed alps, those cloud-capped mountains–Christ raised them. Those verdant valleys–Christ spread them. That blushing rose, that graceful lily, that exquisite fern, that curious … Continued
(Charles Spurgeon, 1864) LISTEN to audio! Download audio There was a period when God dwelt alone, and creatures were not. In that time before all time, when there was no day but “the Ancient of Days,” when matter and created mind were alike unborn, and even space was not–God, … Continued
(James Smith, “Daily Bible Readings for the Lord’s Household”) “God, who comforts those who are downcast.” 2 Corinthians 7:6 Many things cast us down — but only our God can effectually comfort us. He is the Father of mercies, and the God of … Continued
(James Smith, “Daily Bible Readings for the Lord’s Household”) “God who comforts those who are downcast.” 2 Corinthians 7:6 Many things cast us down — but only our God can effectually comfort us. He is the Father of mercies, and the God … Continued
(Octavius Winslow, “Christ, the Counselor”) The path of providence is often paved with difficulties, and beset with perplexities with which we can ill cope. Our way to heaven is through an intricate wilderness and across a circuitous desert. To many even of … Continued
(Charles Spurgeon, “A Basket of Summer Fruit”) LISTEN to audio! Download audio …Cheer up, Christian! Things are not left to chance; no blind fate rules the world! God has purposes, and those purposes are fulfilled! Therefore God has plans, and those plans are wise, and … Continued
(James Meikle, “Converse with the Unseen World”) “Our God is in heaven and does whatever He pleases.” Psalm 115:3 (HCSB) “But He is unchangeable; who can oppose Him? He does what He desires.” Job 23:13 (HCSB) While I might wish to change … Continued
(James Smith, “The Evening Sacrifice; Or, A Help to Devotion” 1859) LISTEN to audio! Download audio “Open my eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of Your law!” Psalm 119:18 God’s Book is a book of wonders! It is a … Continued
J.R. Miller, “Guarded from Stumbling” 1906) LISTEN to audio! Download audio God is the refuge of His people. “My help comes from the Lord who made the heavens and the earth! He will not let you stumble and fall; the One who … Continued
