An ever present help

(Charles Spurgeon) “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble.” Psalm 46:1 He is our refuge–let us hide in Him. And He is our strength–let us array ourselves with Him. Because He is our help–let us lean … Continued

Guide me by Your counsel…

(John MacDuff, “The Gates of Prayer”)  Anew I commend myself to Your gracious keeping this day. Guide me by Your counsel, guard me from temptation, lead me in the everlasting way. May every unloving thought, every unworthy aim and aspiration–give place to what is pure and unselfish … Continued

I take refuge in…

(Mary Winslow, “Life in Jesus”) When disappointed in the creature, I take refuge at once in Jesus! I run to Him, and find Him all my heart could wish! Lord, how could I live without You? You are . . . … Continued

the refuge still was prayer

(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 Gethsemane. It was … Continued

Our Refuge and shield…

(by Newman Hall) “The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.” Psalm 18:2 The desert is dreary. … Continued