Lean upon Him
(J.R. Miller, “Daily Bible Readings in the Life of Christ” 1890) “One of them, the disciple whom Jesus loved, was leaning on Jesus’ bosom.” John 13:23 We are not told the name of this disciple — but we know him … Continued
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The Lord will teach us
(James Smith, “The Pastor’s Morning Visit”) LISTEN to audio! Download audio “I will instruct you.” Psalm 32:8 At best we know but little, and we are slow to learn. But the Lord has promised to instruct us. The Lord’s teaching … Continued
The Lord is my Shepherd
(Charles Spurgeon) “The Lord is my shepherd—I have everything I need.” Psalm 23:1 “The Lord is my shepherd!” What condescension is this—that the Infinite Lord assumes the office and character of a Shepherd towards His people! It should be the … Continued
I am on the Lords side
(Alexander Smellie, “The Secret Place” 1907) LISTEN to audio! Download audio “Many who had believed came confessing and telling their deeds. Also, many of those who had practiced magic brought their books together and burned them in the sight of … Continued
I number my days
(Alexander Smellie, “The Secret Place” 1907) LISTEN to audio! Download audio “Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain a heart of wisdom!” Psalm 90:12 I number my days aright when I feel their fewness. To the … Continued
The heavens declare
(Alexander Smellie, “The Secret Place” 1907) LISTEN to audio! Download audio “O Lord, how manifold are Your works! In wisdom have You made them all.” Psalm 104:24 Let me walk through the world, so various, so beautiful, so pleasing–with an … Continued
The Lord directs the steps
(Alexander Smellie, “The Secret Place” 1907) LISTEN to audio! Download audio “First a leaf blade pushes through, then the heads of wheat are formed, and finally the grain ripens.” Mark 4:28 There is a similar quietness and calm and steadiness … Continued
When my heart is overwhelmed
(Charles Spurgeon) “When my heart is overwhelmed lead me to the Rock that is higher than I!” Psalm 61:2 Most of us know what it is to be overwhelmed in heart—sinking like a vessel deluged by the storm! Disappointments and heartbreaks will do this—when … Continued
The Divine presence
(John MacDuff, “The Christian’s Pathway” 1858) “Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. And I will help you. I will uphold you with My victorious right … 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