If I am a victim I am a victor too

(Alexander Smellie, “The Hour of Silence” 1899)  LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “I did not come to bring peace, but a sword!” Matthew 10:34 Not peace, but a sword! Lord Jesus, this is a hard saying! Teach me to believe … Continued

Are our enemies strong?

(Mason, “A Spiritual Treasury for the Children of God”) Are our hearts weak and low, ready to sink and faint? And our graces upon the decline? Are our enemies strong —and troubles increased? To whom should we fly—but to almighty … Continued

To whom should we fly

(Mason, “A Spiritual Treasury for the Children of God”) Are our hearts weak and low, ready to sink and faint? And are our graces upon the decline? Are our enemies strong—and our troubles increased? To whom should we fly but … Continued

He restores my soul

(J. R. Miller, “By the Still Waters“) “He restores my soul.” Psalm 23:3 In several ways does the shepherd restore his sheep. If one wanders away, he goes out after it, and seeks it until he finds it, restoring it … Continued

He calls His people, friends

(James Smith, “The Love of Christ! The Fullness, Freeness, and Immutability of the Savior’s Grace Displayed!”) “Yes, He is altogether lovely! This is my Beloved, and this is my Friend!” Song of Songs 5:16 Jesus manifests His love — as … Continued

He knows our sorrows

(James Smith, “The Pastor’s Evening Visit”) “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are” Hebrews 4:15 “I … Continued

A strong tower!

(Ralph Erskine, 1685-1752) “The name of the LORD is a strong tower!  A righteous person runs to it and is safe!” Proverbs 18:10 Jesus has a name suiting every want, every need. Do you need wonders to be wrought for … Continued

A sweet and precious truth

(James Smith, “The Pleading Savior” 1861) “I am glorified in them!” John 17:10 That is, I HAVE been glorified . . . by their faith, for they have exercised confidence in Me; their choice, for they have left all and … Continued

Then you remember

(J.R. Miller, “Daily Bible Readings in the Life of Christ” 1890) “The Mighty One has done great things for me!” Luke 1:49 It is astonishing that the mighty God, so great, so holy — should ever think of a poor, … Continued

Who is it that will come

(Maria Sandberg, “Glimpses of Heaven!” 1880) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “Behold, He is coming with clouds, and every eye will see Him!” Revelation 1:7 Who is it that will come one day, and whom every eye shall see? The … Continued