not found without the other

Something to ponder: “I fear it is sometimes forgotten that God has married together justification and sanctification. They are distinct and different things, beyond question–but one not found without the other. All justified people are sanctified, and all sanctified people … Continued

The real Saint Patrick…

It may surprise you to learn that the real Saint Patrick was not actually Irish — yet his robust faith changed the Emerald Isle forever. Patrick was born in Roman Britain to a middle-class family in about A.D. 390. When … Continued

one standard…

Something to ponder: The poorest saint that ever died in a ghetto, is nobler in His sight than the richest sinner that ever died in a palace. God does not look at riches, titles, education, beauty, or anything of the … Continued

and this is my Friend…

(John Flavel, “Christ Altogether Lovely”)  LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “Yes, He is altogether lovely! This is my Beloved, and this is my Friend.” Song of Songs 5:16 ​…​Jesus Christ is the loveliest person souls can set their eyes upon. He is the very essence … Continued

An ever present help

(Charles Spurgeon) “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble.” Psalm 46:1 He is our refuge–let us hide in Him. And He is our strength–let us array ourselves with Him. Because He is our help–let us lean … Continued

Learn to be content…

(from Octavius Winslow‘s “My Times in God’s Hand”) Covet to live a life of daily dependence on God. Oh! it is a sweet and holy life! It will save you…. many a desponding feeling; from many a corroding care; anxious thoughts; … Continued

A mercy of the greatest worth…

(John Flavel)   LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “For God loved the world so much that He gave His one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life!” John 3:16 Let it be considered, to what the … Continued

this sweet truth…

(James Smith,”Daily Bible Readings for the Lord’s Household”) “Underneath are the everlasting arms!” Deuteronomy 33:27 This sweet truth! That is — underneath every believer. Those everlasting arms are there . . . to bear him up, bear him on, and to preserve … Continued

A hive of Divine comfort…

(Thomas Watson, “The Christian’s Charter”) “All things are yours!” 1 Corinthians 3:21 All things are a believer’s, because God is his.“For this God is our God for ever and ever!” Psalm 48:14″I am God — your God!” Psalm 50:7God says … Continued

No attribute more comforting…

(Charles Spurgeon)  “And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose!” Romans 8:28 There is no attribute of God more comforting to His children than that of God’s … Continued