(John MacDuff, “Evening Incense” 1856) O my Father, it is of Your compassions alone, that I am not consumed! My way Zionward is well-studded with Ebenezers, testifying “Thus far the Lord has helped me!“ The pillar of Your presence has guided me through many a perplexing path! … Continued
(Winslow, “Daily Need Divinely Supplied” 1870) “The Lord is my portion, says my soul; therefore I will hope in Him.” Lament. 3:24 As the Lord’s true priesthood, this world is not our portion, nor earth our rest. It needs no little … Continued
(“Every Day!” Author unknown, 1872) “Do not be afraid, for I have ransomed you. I have called you by name–you are Mine. When you go through deep waters–I will be with you. And when you go through rivers of difficulty–you will … Continued
(Octavius Winslow) Are you going through a sorrowful affliction? “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid!” Matthew 14:27 What a Friend, and a Helper, is Jesus! Never, no never, does He leave His suffering child to travel that mournful night … Continued
(James Smith, “Daily Bible Readings for the Lord’s Household”) “He will come to us like the rain, like the spring showers that water the land.” Hosea 6:3 The Lord’s care of His people is incessant. No parent was ever so vigilant over a precious and … Continued
(Cornelius Tyree, “The Glorious Sufficiency of Christ!” 1879) “Our Lord is great, vast in power; His understanding is infinite.” Ps147:5 “He knows all things.” 1 Jn 3:20 Christ’s knowledge is as limitless as His power, His understanding is boundless; He knows the end from … Continued
(“Every Day!” Author unknown, 1872) “You do not realize now what I am doing–but later you will understand.” John 13:7 Peter could not apprehend the design of our Lord in washing the disciples’ feet, and impatiently expressed his surprise, “You shall … Continued
(J.R.Miller, In Green Pastures) “Being in an agony—He prayed,” is the record of our Savior’s Gethsemane experience. The lesson stands for all time. Like a bright lamp, the little sentence shines amid the olive trees of the garden. It shows the path to … Continued
(John MacDuff, “The Rainbow in the Clouds”) “Let the Lord be exalted, who delights in the prosperity of His servant.” Psalm 35:27 What is “prosperity?” Is it threads of life weaved into a bright outcome? a full cup? ample riches? worldly applause? … Continued
(James Smith, “The Way to Be Wealthy and Happy!” 1859) Play Audio! Download Audio “The lions may grow weak and hungry; but those who seek the Lord lack no good thing.” Psalm 34:10 Those who seek the Lord may be … Continued
