(John MacDuff, “Thoughts for the Quiet Hour”, 1895) “If I have not love, I am nothing.” 1 Corinthians 13:2 What absolute devotion of a beautiful soul that loses itself in the hallowed mission of radiating peace and joy and sympathy all around. When others have failed to charm, many … Continued
(Letters of John Newton) “Surely I am with you always — to the very end of the age!” Matthew 28:20 The love of Christ is too great to understand fully! In our natural state, — we conceive of God as at … Continued
(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
(John Angell James, “Christian Love”) Nothing can be a substitute… “If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but have not love, I am … Continued
(“Every Day!” Author unknown, 1872) “May you know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge!” Ephesians 3:19 Christ’s love surpasses knowledge! Blessed fact! His love is so vast, so full, so free–that it cannot in its completeness be comprehended by … Continued
(“Every Day!” Author unknown, 1872) “All the paths of the Lord are mercy and truth, unto those who keep His covenant and His testimonies.” Psalm 25:10 The Lord’s faithful ones keep His covenant–for He is their keeper. They keep His testimonies–for He … Continued
(Arthur Pink) “The law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ” John 1:17 Law and grace are antithetical terms. Consider a few contrasts between them: The Law manifests what is in man–sin. Grace manifests what is in God–love and mercy. … Continued
(Arthur Pink) God’s love to His people is infinite. There is a depth to it which none can fathom; and a height to it which none can scale; there is a breadth to it that defies measurement. “I have loved you with an everlasting love; … Continued
(J. R. Miller, “The Beatitude for the Unsuccessful” 1892) The Bible is indeed a book for the unsuccessful and hurting. Its sweetest messages are to those who have fallen. It is the book of love and sympathy. It is like … Continued
(Samuel Davies “The Nature of Love to God and Christ, Opened and Enforced”) If you truly love the Lord Jesus Christ–then you earnestly study and endeavor to please Him by a life of universal obedience. Love is always desirous to please the … Continued
