To know that nothing hurts the godly, is a matter of comfort; but to be assured that all things which fall out shall co-operate for their good, that their crosses shall be turned into blessings, that showers of affliction water the withering root of their grace and make it flourish more; this may fill their […]
Will Believers Be Called Into Judgment For Their Sins? “If thou, LORD, shouldest mark iniquities, O Lord, who shall stand?” Psalm 130:3 The question is often raised, “Will believers be called into judgment for their sins; or will God judge his elect for their sins and failures, committed after they were saved, and expose them […]
“I go to prepare a place for you!” The following is from Spurgeon’s sermon, “Jesus Affirmed to Be Alive” #2016. Acts 25:18-19 That pierced hand has taken hold of eternal bliss on the behalf of those for whom He shed His blood. Jesus is now in Heaven making preparation for our coming. What has to be […]
“Do not be afraid—for I Myself will help you—declares the Lord, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel.” Isaiah 41:14 This morning, let us hear the Lord Jesus speak to each one of us: “I Myself will help you. It is but a small thing for Me, your God, to help you. Consider what I have done […]
There is no attribute more comforting to His children, than that of God’s sovereignty. Under the most adverse circumstances, in the most severe trials—they believe that sovereignty has ordained their afflictions, that sovereignty overrules them, and that sovereignty will sanctify them all. There is nothing for which the children of God ought more earnestly to contend, […]
Only trust in the love of Christ.–Never was there before–nor has there been since–nor ever will be again–such ancient, marvelous, stupendous love as the love of Jesus! It is the astonishment of heaven, it is the wonder of angels, and in their best, holiest, and most self-abased moments, it is the marvel of saints on earth, […]
If it be asked, in what sense I accept this Scripture I humbly answer; I accept it simply as the whole passage stands altogether, one complete whole. Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling: for it is GOD which worketh in you, both to will and to do, of his good pleasure. If […]
“Your Own Salvation” Philippians 2:12 No description of salvation can be found that is sweeter, more delightful, comforting, or more satisfying to our souls than that which is found in Philippians 2:12. Here the Spirit of God declares to believing sinners that God’s eternal, great, everlasting salvation is “Your Own Salvation”. I like that! If you are […]
THE PROMISES OF GOD “For all of God’s promises have been fulfilled in him.” 2 Cor. 1:20 God has made a Will, or Testament, in behalf of His people! It is signed and sealed. It cannot be altered- nothing can divest us of our inheritance. The bequest is His own “exceeding great and precious promises.” What a […]
THE GREAT CALM “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.” Mark 6:50 “It is I” (or as our old version has it, more in accordance with the original), “I AM! do not be afraid!” Jesus lives! His people may dispel their misgivings—Omnipotence treads the waves! To sense it may seem at times to be otherwise—wayward […]