1Co_3:11. The Only Foundation "For other foundation can no man lay than that laid, which is Jesus Christ."’971Co_3:11. The divisions of Christianity originated at Corinth. It was here that professed believers began to classify and arrange themselves under human leaders, and to assume human distinctions in religion. One said, "I am of Paul;" another, "I … Continue reading “004. 1CO 3:11. THE ONLY FOUNDATION”
1069. DWELL DEEP.
DWELL DEEP. Geologists assure us that there still exists in the deep sea "living species of animals which, in former geologic periods dwelt in the coastal districts of the ocean." Here they seemed to have found an asylum from the dangers which seemed to threaten their very existence. Our safety, like theirs, depends upon our … Continue reading “1069. DWELL DEEP.”
1068. SPIRITUAL INFLUENCE.
SPIRITUAL INFLUENCE. Park Benjamin, in his "Age of Electricity," explains to us how that "around the pole of a magnet there exists a strange atmosphere, a so-called ‘field of force,’ in which exists strains, and pulls, and pushes, as if a host of infinitesimal beings were at work." This mysterious but real and potent influence … Continue reading “1068. SPIRITUAL INFLUENCE.”
1067. GIFTS NEGLECTED.
GIFTS NEGLECTED. It is a well known fact that "cave fishes" are blind. The reason for this, we are told, is "that the continuous disuse of the organs does, in time, react on the nutrition of the parts affected, and, finally, atrophy or disappearance is the result." Darwin confessed that since "his mind seemed to … Continue reading “1067. GIFTS NEGLECTED.”
1066. RELIGIOUS BOGGLES.
RELIGIOUS BOGGLES. A boggler means a doubter, or one who has turned aside from the right path. We have all seen the potato boggle, and know that the object of it is to frighten the crows out of the field. Beware of those sceptics and doubters who have turned aside from the truth of God, … Continue reading “1066. RELIGIOUS BOGGLES.”
1065. PROVISION FOR THE FLESH.
PROVISION FOR THE FLESH. Just before Lent the Roman Catholics have what they call the time of carnival, which literally means the solace of the flesh. If they must fast during Lent the flesh must have special license beforehand. Solacing the flesh is not confined to Romanists. We are warned to make no provision for … Continue reading “1065. PROVISION FOR THE FLESH.”
1064. THE BEAUTIFUL INCARNATION.
THE BEAUTIFUL INCARNATION. We are all familiar with the beauty of the carnation flower, which takes its name from its flesh-coloured appearance. It is said that no other flower presents such scenes of wonder and beauty under the microscope. What an emblem of Him who was made in the likeness of sinful flesh! What hidden … Continue reading “1064. THE BEAUTIFUL INCARNATION.”
1063. THE NEW BIRTH.
THE NEW BIRTH. The law of limitation is everywhere visible in nature. Many attempts have been made to preserve the white bear, the Esquimaux dog, and the reindeer in this country, but without success. If such are to live in this kingdom either the climate must be changed or their natures must be transformed. The … Continue reading “1063. THE NEW BIRTH.”
1062. JIB CHRISTIANS.
JIB CHRISTIANS. It is not wise or safe to be turning about with every wind, like the weathercock. The jib-sail in front of the foremast shifts itself to catch the wind, the ship is thereby helped on its course. Old forms, like the windmill, may be beautiful, but they are useless when the power is … Continue reading “1062. JIB CHRISTIANS.”
1061. DISCIPLINE.
DISCIPLINE. Without the hard and arduous process of "breaking-in," a horse is not fit for steady and profitable labour. Much of our bitter trials and heart-bruising hardships come upon us by way of breaking-in. They chasten the spirit, and make us more ready and willing to do the will of God. "No affliction for the … Continue reading “1061. DISCIPLINE.”