By the words “to save,” we understand the whole work of salvation—from the very first holy desire in the heart to complete sanctification in glory. Much is contained in this single phrase; indeed, it gathers all mercy…
Solomon’s ships returned safely, but Jehoshaphat’s vessels never reached the land of gold. In the same kind of work and at the same place, God allowed one to prosper and another to fail—yet the great…
“You are Christ’s.” You belong to Him by the Father’s gift, for the Father gave you to the Son. You are His by costly purchase, for He paid the full price for your redemption with…
My soul, examine yourself this morning in the light of this Scripture. You have received the word with joy. Your emotions were stirred, and the message made a strong impression on you. But remember this:…
Dear doubting soul, you have often said, “I’m afraid I’ll never make it to heaven.” Do not be afraid. Every one of God’s people will enter there. I am reminded of the words of a dying believer…
Christian, here is everything you could ever need. To be truly happy, you need something that fully satisfies the soul—and is this not enough? If you could pour this promise into your cup, would you…
What a veil these words lift, and what a sobering revelation they give. It is humbling—and deeply beneficial—for us to pause and look honestly at this painful reality. Consider the sins mixed into our public…
The believer did not always live for Christ. He began to do so when God the Holy Spirit convicted him of sin, and when, by grace, he was brought to see the dying Saviour making…
It is a deeply comforting way to quiet sorrow when we can truly say, “He cares for me.”Christian, do not dishonour your faith by constantly wearing a face weighed down with anxiety. Come—place your burden on…
Light is rightly called good, since it came into being by that gracious command, “Let there be light.” Those of us who enjoy it ought to be far more grateful than we often are, and we should…