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Saving the Life "We are not of them who draw back unto perdition; but of them that believe to the saving of the soul" (Heb_10:39). There are many who imagine that Christians must give up everything that makes life worth the while; that Christians lose their lives. Our key verse, however, insists that when we … Continue reading “1310. Saving the Life”

The Believer's Sacrifice of Life "But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus" (Act_20:24). While the true believer knows that the life is greater in value than the … Continue reading “1311. The Believer's Sacrifice of Life”

A False Idea of Securing Life "He that findeth his life shall lose it: and he that loseth his life for My sake shall find it" (Mat_10:39). There are three statements, in three Gospels, concerning this theme which are worthy of note. 1. Finding the life and losing it. "He that findeth his life shall … Continue reading “1308. A False Idea of Securing Life”

A Divine Comparison of Values "For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?" (Mat_16:26). There are many who place a very light valuation upon life. They think of it as no more than a … Continue reading “1309. A Divine Comparison of Values”

A Debased Idea of Life "Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment?" (Mat_6:25). The highest conception of life, with many, is no more than "food and raiment." It is for these things that the Gentiles seek. Yet why should men be anxious, saying, "What shall we eat? or, What shall … Continue reading “1307. A Debased Idea of Life”

For Me and Thee "Son, thou art ever with me, and all that I have is thine" (Luk_15:31). 1. All Mine is thine. The Lord said to Peter, "Thou shalt find a piece of money; that take, and give unto them for Me and thee." The Lord did not say, "Thou shalt find two pieces … Continue reading “1305. For Me and Thee”

What Is Your Life? Mat_6:23-34; Rev_18:11-18 A Debased Idea of Life (Mat_6:25). A False Idea of Securing Life (Mat_10:39). A Divine Comparison of Values (Mat_16:26). Saving the Life (Heb_10:39). The Believer's Sacrifice of Life (Act_20:24). The Believer's Reward (Mat_11:29). Trafficking in Lives (Rev_18:12-13). The word "psukee" is a Greek word translated sometimes into the English … Continue reading “1306. What Is Your Life?”

Me and Thee "Thou shalt abide for Me * * so will I also be for thee" (Hos_3:3). The Book tells us it is not good for man to dwell alone; therefore, God made him a helpmeet. But there is another sense in which it is not good for man to dwell alone. We need … Continue reading “1303. Me and Thee”

Me and Thee for It "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me" (Php_4:13). Peter was troubled, the tax collector had come along and he had no "wherewith." He entered into the house with a troubled look upon his face. The Lord Jesus knew his need, and said something like this: "Peter, I … Continue reading “1304. Me and Thee for It”

That Take, and Give "Freely ye have received, freely give" (Mat_10:8). The Lord told Peter to cast his hook into the sea and take up the first fish, and he would find a piece of money. Then He spoke the words from which we take our theme: "That take, and give unto them." What God … Continue reading “1302. That Take, and Give”