“The Lord will perfect that which concerneth me.” Psalm 138:8   Most manifestly the confidence which the Psalmist here expressed was a divine confidence. He did not say, “I have grace enough to perfect that which concerneth me–my faith is so steady that it will not stagger–my love is so warm that it will never [...]

“He led them forth by the right way.“ Psalm 107:7   Changeful experience often leads the anxious believer to inquire “Why is it thus with me?” I looked for light, but lo, darkness came; for peace, but behold, trouble. I said in my heart, my mountain standeth firm; I shall never be moved. Lord, thou [...]

“If so be ye have tasted that the Lord is gracious.“ 1 Peter 2:3   If:–then, this is not a matter to be taken for granted concerning every one of the human race.   “If:”–then there is a possibility and a probability that some may not have tasted that the Lord is gracious.   “If:”–then [...]

“Marvellous lovingkindness.“ Psalm 17:7   When we give our hearts with our alms, we give well, but we must often plead to a failure in this respect.   Not so our Master and our Lord. His favours are always performed with the love of his heart. He does not send to us the cold meat [...]

“Afterward.“ Hebrews 12:11     How happy are tried Christians, afterwards. No calm more deep than that which succeeds a storm. Who has not rejoiced in clear shinings after rain?   Victorious banquets are for well-exercised soldiers. After killing the lion we eat the honey; after climbing the Hill Difficulty, we sit down in the [...]

“Thou art my servant; I have chosen thee.“ Isaiah 41:9     If we have received the grace of God in our hearts, its practical effect has been to make us God’s servants. We may be unfaithful servants, we certainly are unprofitable ones, but yet, blessed be his name, we are his servants, wearing his [...]

“Who giveth us richly all things to enjoy.“ 1 Timothy 6:17   Our Lord Jesus is ever giving, and does not for a solitary instant withdraw his hand. As long as there is a vessel of grace not yet full to the brim, the oil shall not be stayed. He is a sun ever-shining; he [...]

“All that believe are justified.“ Acts 13:39   The believer in Christ receives a present justification.   Faith does not produce this fruit by-and-by, but now.   So far as justification is the result of faith, it is given to the soul in the moment when it closes with Christ, and accepts him as its [...]

“And will manifest myself to him.” John 14:21   The Lord Jesus gives special revelations of himself to his people. Even if Scripture did not declare this, there are many of the children of God who could testify the truth of it from their own experience.   They have had manifestations of their Lord and [...]

“I am with you alway.“ Matthew 28:20   It is well there is One who is ever the same, and who is ever with us. It is well there is one stable rock amidst the billows of the sea of life. O my soul, set not thine affections upon rusting, moth-eaten, decaying treasures, but set [...]

Many women were there, watching from a distance. They had followed Jesus from Galilee to care for his needs. Matthew 27:55   The New Testament records the fact that many women were among the larger body of disciples that followed and served Jesus Christ. Unfortunately, we only know the names and stories of a few. [...]

“Come, my beloved, let us go forth into the field … let us see if the vine flourish.” Song of Solomon 7:11-12     The church was about to engage in earnest labour, and desired her Lord’s company in it. She does not say, “I will go,” but “let us go.” It is blessed working [...]

Sen. Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) revealed that some members of his party opposed expanding background checks for gun sales recently because they didn’t want to “be seen helping the president.” Two weeks ago, only three Republican senators voted for the bipartisan background checks amendment sponsored by Toomey and Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), despite overwhelming popular support [...]

  “He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the Lord, happy is he.” Proverbs 16:20   Wisdom is man’s true strength; and, under its guidance, he best accomplishes the ends of his being. Wisely handling the matter of life gives to man the richest enjoyment, and presents the noblest [...]

Ahhhhhh shucks…………… How cute is this huh……? Ain’t she cute my friends…ohhhh she’s just precious…. What better Christmas present could there be my friends…? This just warms the heart huh my friends… That’s my idea of teaching them good healthy Christian values alright…well you know Jesus is surely smiling up in heaven for sure…… After [...]

I pray that today, His grace and His peace will be multiplied to you in the midst of your daily responsibilities and duties, and in spite of the challenges you face, and even the resistance from the powers of darkness you may meet.   He has called you to be strong in Him and to [...]

by David Wilkerson “Moses stood in the gate of the camp, and said, Who is on the Lord’s side? Let him come unto me. And all the sons of Levi gathered themselves together unto him” (Exodus 32:26).   How would God crush the corruption in Israel? Who would He choose to be His instruments in [...]

I love the Holy Spirit´s gifts. But some of our “Spirit-filled” practices are questionable. Anybody who has read this column before knows I´m unapologetic- ally charismatic in my theology. I love the Holy Spirit, and I believe the New Testament calls us to make room for manifestations of the Spirit. The apostle Paul gave guidelines [...]

Joshua 1 The people pledge their allegiance to Joshua’s leadership. INSIGHT The genius of God’s moral code is that everything He requires of us is for our own good. When we violate His code of life, we suffer harmful consequences. Joshua’s success is dependent upon not deviating from God’s Law. God instructs Joshua to meditate [...]

John 21   Jesus appears to His disciples again to reassure them and to build their faith.   INSIGHT Without a shepherd, the sheep scatter. After Jesus’ death, His disciples scatter and the fishermen return to the sea. They simply do not know what to do next.   After an evening of unfruitful fishing, they [...]