Leaving an example to follow

(John Fawcett, “Christ Precious”) “Leaving you an example so that you should follow in His steps.” 1 Peter 2:21 “He who says he abides in Him, should  walk just as He walked.” 1 John 2:6 We see, in our Divine Leader, the … Continued

Communion with Him…

(John Fawcett, “Christ Precious“) “Yes, He is very precious to you who believe.” 1 Peter 2:7 Christ is precious to those who believe​…​ “You O God are . . . unchangeable in Your nature, glorious in Your essence, wonderful in Your perfections, wise … Continued

The fervor of This Love…

John Eadie, “The Love of God–its Objects, Gift, and Design” 1865) “For God so loved the world, that He gave His one and only Son.” John 3:16 ​…​ But, O let His name be extolled–earth has not been passed over; it has … Continued

In every hour of weakness

(“Every Day!” Author unknown, 1872) “Having obtained help from God–I continue until this day.” Acts 26:22 This is the testimony of the great apostle of the Gentiles. Many were the perils to which he was exposed, and many were the hardships which he endured–but he was … Continued

All of your cares are His cares…

(Octavius Winslow, “My Times in God’s Hand”) Oh! the unutterable blessings that flow from a vital union with the Lord Jesus! all of your cares are His cares. And all of your sorrows are His sorrows. All of your needs … Continued

Soul Medicine…

(“Every Day!” Author unknown, 1872) “Do not be afraid, for I have ransomed you. I have called you by name–you are Mine. When you go through deep waters–I will be with you. And when you go through rivers of difficulty–you will … Continued

A few contrasts between them!

(Arthur Pink) “The law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ” John 1:17 Law and grace are antithetical terms. Consider a few contrasts between them: The Law manifests what is in man–sin. Grace manifests what is in God–love and mercy. … Continued

He holds all creation together…

(Thomas Guthrie, 1803-1873) “He existed before anything else, and He holds all creation together.” Colossians 1:17 God’s work of providence is “His most holy, wise, and powerful preserving and governing of all His creatures and all their actions.” Providence has no … Continued

Led forth by the Right way…

(“Every Day!” Author unknown, 1872) “He led them forth by the right way–that they might go to a city of habitation.” Psalm 107:7 Just so will the Lord will lead you, beloved reader, by the “right way”–if you truly yield yourself to … Continued

Keep close to the Word

(William Dyer, “The Strait Way to Heaven”) The Word of God is the Christian’s rule–and the Spirit of God is the Christian’s guide. “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness” 2 Timothy 3:16 “But … Continued