The Unsearchable Riches of Christ
That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man. Ephesians 3:16. The themes of redemption are momentous themes, and only those who are spiritually-minded can discern their depth and significance. It is our safety, our joy, to dwell upon the […]
Aim High!
For in him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily. And ye are complete in him, which is the head of all principality and power. Colossians 2:9, 10. We aim too low. The mark is much higher. Our minds need expansion, that we may comprehend the significance of the provision of God. We are […]
Crowns for the Faithful
Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. 2 Timothy 4:8. Did the great apostle to the Gentiles make any real sacrifice when he exchanged Pharisaism […]
On Guard Every Moment
But evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse, deceiving, and being deceived. 2 Timothy 3:13. By every conceivable device the foe is seeking to throw us off our guard. He may first attempt to deceive with smooth words and crafty insinuations; and if these fail, he proceeds to open violence. He has many […]
The Cross Before the Crown
Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution. 2 Timothy 3:12. We may strengthen our faith and quicken our love by going often to the foot of the cross, and there contemplating our Saviour’s humiliation. Behold the Majesty of heaven suffering as a transgressor! Spotless purity, untarnished righteousness, did not […]
The Most Dangerous of Foes
Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils. 1 Timothy 4:1. The adversary of souls is constantly seeking to divert our minds by bringing in side issues. Let us not be deceived. Let enemies handle your name and […]
