John Newton’s Letters Seven letters to a Christian friend March 18, 1767. Dear friend, I can truly say, that I bear you upon my heart and in my prayers. I have rejoiced to see the beginning of a good and gracious work in you; and I have confidence in the […]
From: Thomas Reade “For He rescued us from the domain of darkness, and transferred us to the kingdom of His beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins!” Colossians 1:13-14 The true believer hates and resists those sins which once he loved — and renounces that world […]
When God laughs (Charles Spurgeon, “The Treasury of David“) “The One enthroned in heaven laughs; the Lord ridicules them!” Psalm 2:4 Note God’s derision of the rebellious! What will the King do unto those who reject Him? Mark the quiet dignity of the Omnipotent One, and the contempt which He […]
Sorrow is the reflection of a human soul upon the apparent sense of loss or perceived frustration. There is a time to Cry and a time to Rejoice, a time for tears and laughter. (Ecc 3:1-8). Sorrow is necessary to inform us of the present state we are in, the […]
To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. How long, O Lord? Will You forget me forever? How long will You hide Your face from me? How long shall I take counsel in my soul, Having sorrow in my heart daily? How long will my enemy be exalted over me? […]