(James Smith, “Gleams of Grace” 1860) “Let us come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need!” Hebrews 4:16 Let us have sincere daily dealings with Christ, bringing … Continued
(Frank Hall) “You are complete in Him!” Colossians 2:10 … In ourselves we are sinful, guilty and vile! But bless God forever! Our standing before God is not in ourselves; it is in Christ! He is . . . our Salvation, Righteousness, … Continued
(John MacDuff, “Evening Incense” 1856) “The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; may the name of the Lord be praised!” Job 1:21 O my Father, let me feel, even amid the troubling changes of life, that what I am apt to call painful … Continued
(George Mylne, “Reposing in Jesus: Or, The True Secret of Grace and Strength” 1862) “I am your exceedingly great reward!” Genesis 15:1 Christian reader, God Himself is your reward — your exceedingly great reward. God has given Himself to His people for an everlasting possession, … Continued
(Frank Hall) “Wait on the LORD; be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the LORD!” Psalm 27:14 Will we ever learn this? If we would live in this world for the honor and glory … Continued
(Frank Hall) “You shall call His name JESUS, for He shall save His people from their sins!” Matthew 1:21 Glorious Jesus, Your name is . . . the cure for sin-sick hearts, the resting place for the weary pilgrims of Zion, … Continued
(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
(Don Fortner) “You shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins!” Matthew 1:21 The angel’s message to Joseph was a message of grace, redemption and salvation to sinners. By God’s command, He was named, “JESUS,” Savior, because He … Continued
(Grace Gems) “But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8 In giving Christ to die for poor sinners, God gave the richest jewel in His cabinet; a mercy … Continued
(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
