Gems from William Gurnall
Choice gems from William Gurnall, prayer The gospel is God’s heart in print! ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ That book must be worth reading–that has God for the author! ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ The pleasures of sin must needs be short, because … Continued
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How to be contented…
(J. C. Ryle) “He who did not spare His own Son, but gave Him up for us all — how will He not also, along with Him, graciously give us all things?” Romans 8:32 Would I learn how to be contented and cheerful under … Continued
You increased strength in me
(James Smith, “Comfort for Christians!”) “As your days — so shall your strength be!” Deuteronomy 33:25 Here is a precious promise for a trying day! It belongs to every Christian who is traveling to the Celestial City. It provides for every part of life’s … Continued
In His Hands…
(Letters of John Newton excerpts) …we are growing older, and may expect that as years increase — infirmities will increase also. Yet we are in His hands — and they are merciful hands.God’s Word still gives us encouragement to trust in Him, and call upon Him as long as we … Continued
Brokenness…
(Don Fortner) “The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves such as have a contrite spirit.” Psalm 34:18 A broken heart, a contrite spirit, and a subdued will are rare things, especially in this age in which men everywhere are taught to demand … Continued
He has done all things well!
(James Smith, “Food for the Soul” 1867) “All things work together for good!” Romans 8:28 What! Shall all my severe trials, troubles and afflictions work together for my good? Yes — but they are not good alone — but only in connection with other things. Outward … Continued
Trust His loving heart
(John MacDuff) “Wherein you greatly rejoice, though now for a season, if need be, you are in heaviness through many trials.” 1 Peter 1:6 “If need be!” Three gracious words! Because not one of all my tears has been shed for … Continued
The Author of all true happiness
(Thomas Brooks, “An Ark for All God’s Noahs”) God gives His gold—His Christ, Himself—He gives only to His saints. Though many have counterfeit jewels, yet there are but a few who have the true diamond; though many have their earthly portions, … Continued
All your trials are mercies!
(James Smith, “The Believer’s Companion in Seasons of Affliction and Trouble” 1842) “You are my portion, O Lord!” Psalm 119:57 This is the language of every Christian’s heart and life! The generality of the Lord’s family are poor in this world … Continued
Learn to be content…
(Octavius Winslow, “Divine Realities” 1860) “My times are in Your hand.” Psalm 31:15 Learn to be content with your present lot—with God’s dealings with you, and His disposal of you. You are just where His providence has, in its inscrutable, but … Continued