“Giving thanks always and for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ!” Ephesians 5:20 ~ ~ ~ ~ The peasant answered briskly, “I thank God that I never have a bad day!” Tauler, astonished, kept silent … Continued
“Be thankful for the small things–the trivial things and the mundane things!” (Grace Gems) ~ ~ ~ ~ One day, Johann Tauler of Strosbourg met a peasant and greeted him, “God give you a good day, my friend!” “If … Continued
(Thomas Brooks, “The Crown and Glory of Christianity, or, HOLINESS, the Only Way to Happiness”, 1662) “Having nothing—and yet possessing all things.” 2 Cor. 6:10 This is a riddle the world cannot understand. A holy man cannot be a poor … Continued
(J.R. Miller, “The Glory of the Commonplace”) God can take the broken fragments of a life, shattered by sorrow — and out of them make a new life whose music shall thrill many hearts. If one is discouraged, if the life … Continued
(Letters of John Newton) “Surely I am with you always — to the very end of the age!” Matthew 28:20 The love of Christ is too great to understand fully! In our natural state, — we conceive of God as at … Continued
(J.A. James, “Christian Fellowship” 1822) “Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart” Matthew 11:29 “Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 2:5 Be kind and compassionate… … Continued
(Winslow, “The God of Grace”) “And my God will meet all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.” Philip. 4:19 Bring your perplexities to God, and He will guide them. your needs to God, and He will supply them. and … Continued
(Henry Law, “Deuteronomy” 1858) “The beloved of the Lord shall dwell in safety by Him.” Deut. 33:12 Survey the picture. It is lovely in repose. We seem to see a child without one care seated securely by a parent’s side. No … Continued
(John Angell James) “All Scripture is inspired by God, and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” 2 Timothy 3:16-17 The doctrines of Scripture are … Continued
(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
