Judas and John Contrasted
Most assuredly, I say to you, one of you will betray Me. John 13:21. The opportunities and advantages offered to John were given to Judas also. The same principles of truth were set before his understanding; the same example in the character of Christ was his to contemplate and imitate. But Judas failed to become […]
Miraculous Transformation
The Son of Man did not come to destroy men’s lives but to save them. Luke 9:56. John was the disciple whom Jesus loved, because he was believing and trustful and loved his Master with devotion. His love for Christ was characterized by simplicity and ardor. There are many who think that this love for […]
An Example of Trust and Prayer
But the king spoke, saying to Daniel, “Your God, whom you serve continually, He will deliver you.” Daniel 6:16. On account of his praying to God, Daniel was cast into the lions’ den…. But Daniel continued to pray, even among the lions. Did God forget His faithful servant and suffer him to be destroyed? Oh, […]
Daniel’s Commitment to God
He was faithful; nor was there any error or fault found in him. Daniel 6:4. When Darius set over the provinces of his kingdom a hundred and twenty princes, and over these, three presidents to whom the princes were to give account, we read that “Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princes, because an […]
Simple Faith Rewarded
All this assembly shall know that the Lord does not save with sword and spear; for the battle is the Lord’s, and He will give you into our hands. 1 Samuel 17:47. What an inspiration of courage and lofty faith was displayed by the simple shepherd before the armies of the Israelites and the Philistines. […]
Acting on Faith
You come to me with a sword, with a spear, and with a javelin. But I come to you in the name of the Lord of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied. 1 Samuel 17:45. He [David] laid off the king’s armor and in its stead took only his […]
