(Charles Spurgeon) “O that I knew where I might find Him!” Job 23:3 In Job’s uttermost extremity — he cried after the Lord. Just so, the longing desire of an afflicted child of God — is once more to see his Father’s … Continued
(by Spurgeon) “The eternal God is your refuge.” Deut. 33:27 God is our abode, our home. Dear to our hearts is our home, although it be the humblest cottage, or the scantiest garret; and dearer far is our blessed … Continued
(Charles Spurgeon) Play Audio! Download Audio True food of the soul! Two learned doctors were angrily disputing the nature of food, and allowing their meal to lie untasted; while nearby, a simple farmer was eating heartily of that which was … Continued
(Jared Waterbury, “Meditations and Prayers” 1840) LISTEN to Audio! Download Audio “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble!” Psalm 46:1 “Man is born to trouble, as the sparks fly upwards!” The world in which … Continued
(J. R. Miller, “A Life of Character”) “The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms!” Deuteronomy 33:27 At the two extremes of life, childhood and old age—this promise comes with special assurance. “He shall gather the … Continued
(William Bacon Stevens, “The Rainbow in the Cloud” 1856) LISTEN to Audio! Download Audio “Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows.” John 16:33 We live in a world of sin, and hence in a world of sorrow; for … Continued
(J.R. Miller, “The Shining Light” 1911) “Then Jesus went with His disciples to a place called Gethsemane, and He said to them: Sit here while I go over there and pray.” Matthew 26:36 We see the Master at prayer in … Continued
(J.R. Miller, “Help for the Day”) “The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms!” Deuteronomy 33:27 “You are my refuge — my portion in the land of the living!” Psalm 142:5 Often we do not learn … Continued
(Newman Hall, “The Shadow of the Almighty” 1867) The desert is dreary. The way is long. Because Heavily burdened, a weary traveler slowly drags onward his wounded feet. Faint by reason of the fiery blaze which smites him from the … Continued
(“The Fruits and Marks of the Lord Being Our God” J. C. Philpot, Providence Chapel, London, 1849) “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.” Mark 6:50 It is I who formed you in the womb, and brought you forth … Continued
