The failure of this world’s joys

(J.R. Miller, “Daily Bible Readings in the Life of Christ” 1890) LISTEN to audio!  Download audio “When the wine ran out, Jesus’ mother said to Him: They have no more wine.” John 2:3 This incident is a very fitting illustration … Continued

God does not require us to carry

(Letters of John Newton) I compare the troubles which we have to undergo in the course of the year—to a great bundle of sticks, far too large for us to lift. But God does not require us to carry the … Continued

The life of faith

(Octavius Winslow, “Go to Jesus”) Then Jesus said, “Come to Me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 The life of faith is a constant coming to Jesus for … Continued