What a mercy it is

(James Smith, “Daily Bible Readings for the Lord’s Household”) “I am troubled!” Psalm 38:6 This is very often the case with the believer, he is seldom long without something to trouble him. He has . . . so many foes without … Continued

Unmerited Grace…

(John MacDuff, “Evening Incense” 1856) O my God, I desire to approach the footstool of Your throne of grace. Glory be to Your holy name that I can enjoy freedom of access into Your presence, and with the confidence of … Continued

The objects of His care

(John Angell James, “Christian Progress” 1853) “He will feed His flock like a shepherd. He will carry the lambs in His arms, holding them close to His heart.” Isaiah 40:11 Dwell upon the love and tenderness of our Lord Jesus! Notice who are the objects of … Continued

Be kind and compassionate

(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

and this is my Friend

(James Smith‘s autobiography, “Marvelous Mercy!” 1862) “Yes, He is altogether lovely! This is my Beloved, and this is my Friend!” Song of Songs 5:16 Jesus is . . . an ocean of delights, a sea of pleasure, a fountain of bliss! There is enough in Jesus, and in the … Continued

Do you act as you pray?

(J.A. James, “Prayer and Practice”) I need not prove to you that prayer, as a duty, is essential to Christian conduct; and, as a privilege, prayer is equally indispensable to Christian enjoyment. All Christians give themselves to this devout exercise. Their petitions … Continued

I take refuge in…

(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

Make me a trophy of Your grace

(Thomas Reade, “Christian Meditations”)  Make me a trophy of Your grace! Everything here below is fleeting and transitory. While journeying through this wilderness of troubles, few verdant spots are to be found, on which the weary traveler can repose. The … Continued

The secret of daily comfort

(J.C. Ryle, “Do You Have a Priest?”) “We have a great High Priest who has entered Heaven, Jesus the Son of God.” Hebrews 4:14 Christ, the great High Priest in Heaven, is ever doing the work of a Friend, Protector, Counselor, and … Continued

Thoughts for a Sunday…

THOUGHTS FOR A SUNDAY “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy-laden, and I will give you rest.” Matthew ​11:28 ​”May your whole spirit, soul, and body be preserved blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.” … Continued