0515. THY WORD IS A LAMP

THY WORD IS A LAMP

Psa_119:105

An unquestionable light is in it, adapted and suitable for every age. No modern light can equal it. It is as Pollock says, "This lamp from off the everlasting Throne." It is-

I.-A READING Lamp. A lamp for reading the mind and thoughts of God, and also for reading our own hearts.

II.-A HEATING Lamp. An incandescent glow that burns like a fire in the bones (Jer_20:9).

III.-A TRAVELLER’S Lamp. A lamp for my feet, and a light for my path. It is equally useful in every country and clime.

IV.-A MINER’S. Lamp, suitable for the deepest pit of sin, and the darkest places of work and service. Proof against the black damp of the evil heart.

V.-A SAFETY Lamp. Sir Humphrey Davy’s discovery has in no sense lessened its value. Can be used in the most dangerous places. C.H. 4 gas of the world has no damaging effect on it. It is not only a Safety, but a Saving lamp.

VI.-A LIGHTHOUSE Lamp. It stands aloft and its beams shine out over the dark waters of a needy world. To neglect its warnings is to suffer shipwreck. It is a divine Search-light flashing out in the darkness of this sin-shadowed earth.

VII.-A NIGHT Lamp. Gentle enough to shine with its mellow flame in the sick-chamber, bringing heaven’s light into the weary heart, and brightening the pale face, with the eternal hope that is in Christ Jesus our Lord (Ps. 23).

Autor: James Smith