Foundation
For no other foundation can anyone lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ.—1 Corinthians 3:11 Every act of life, however unimportant, has its influence in forming the character. A good character is more precious than worldly possessions, and the work of forming it is the noblest in which men and women can […]
Infinite Love
“But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.”—Matthew 6:15 When one turns away from human imperfections to behold Jesus, a divine transformation takes place in the character. The Spirit of Christ working upon the heart conforms it to His image. Then let it be your effort to […]
Conqueror Claiming His Victory
He gives power to the weak, and to those who have no might He increases strength.—Isaiah 40:29 It is Satan’s special device to lead human beings into sin, and then leave them, helpless and trembling, fearing to seek for pardon. But why should we fear, when God has said, “Let him take hold of My […]
Beloved
But God forbid that I should boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world.—Galatians 6:14 The consecrated messengers who in the early days of Christianity carried to a perishing world the glad tidings of salvation, allowed no thought of […]
Author of the Resurrection
Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live.”—John 11:25 Jesus encouraged her faith, saying, “Thy brother shall rise again.” His answer was not intended to inspire hope of an immediate change. He carried Martha’s thoughts beyond the present restoration of […]
Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might.—Ephesians 6:10 The Christian must be upright while dwelling with the corrupt and with traitors. With a heart true to God, and imbued with His Spirit, he will see much to grieve over while surrounded by commandment-breakers—those who are on the […]
