THE WORD OF GOD. The "burning-glass" is so formed as to concentrate the sun’s rays to a focus, so that their burning power is intensified. The Word of God is both a fire and a glass, it is in fact a burning-glass, it is divine truth concentrated. When it falls, focused on the heart of … Continue reading “1020. THE WORD OF GOD.”
1019. SIN.
SIN. In Greek lore "Briareus" was said to be a giant with one hundred heads. Sin is such a giant, every atom of its being is capable of putting on a self-assertive head. This briarean monster can only be overcome by the indwelling presence of Him "who was made sin for us, that we might … Continue reading “1019. SIN.”
1017. COUNSEL FOR PREACHERS.
COUNSEL FOR PREACHERS. Pray for illumination. Use your imagination. Go in for illustration. But beware of exaggeration. Autor: James Smith
1016. SELF-DEFENCE.
SELF-DEFENCE. The shell-fish, after the calamary order, defends itself when pursued by diffusing an inky fluid round it. Its chief object is to create a black lookout to save itself. The manner of this dirt-stirring mollusc is not unlike those vile persons who blacken the character of others to save themselves, whose only refuge is … Continue reading “1016. SELF-DEFENCE.”
1015. HOLINESS.
HOLINESS. Nothing is to be more dreaded than being ourselves the judges in this matter. The priest had to wash at the laver whether he thought himself clean or not. Autor: James Smith
1014. SIN, A CANCER.
SIN, A CANCER. Sin has often been compared to cancer, and the likeness is more perfect than many think. This virulent, spreading canker got its name from its resemblance to the crab, the idea is a living disease. Sin is not like a rotten branch which may be easily blown off with the fair wind … Continue reading “1014. SIN, A CANCER.”
1013. TEMPTATIONS.
TEMPTATIONS. Our temptations often come from unexpected quarters. The wily bird-catcher, to ensnare certain birds, usually employ fowls of the same feather. The unguarded bird does not dread its fellow, and is tempted into captivity. Beware of the cajolery of the old tempting devil. He may delude you through those who most resemble yourself. The … Continue reading “1013. TEMPTATIONS.”
1012. STEALING THE WORD.
STEALING THE WORD. The sea-mews catch the fish for themselves, but the skuas pursue them and rob them of their prey. The thievish skuas will not trouble themselves to dip into the ocean to get their own food, but live on what others bring out. Are there not many of God’s people who get their … Continue reading “1012. STEALING THE WORD.”
1011. THE TWO NATURES.
THE TWO NATURES. It has been found, through a microscopic examination, that within the body of a caterpillar there is a distinct but undeveloped butterfly. As the butterfly nature developes the caterpillar body must be put off, the crawling, earthly nature gives place to the new and higher life within. "Who shall deliver us from … Continue reading “1011. THE TWO NATURES.”
1010. THE TREE OF LIFE.
THE TREE OF LIFE. The "bread-fruit tree" grows in the South Sea Islands. The natives roast the produce of it, which is a good substitute for bread. This tree is God’s provision for them. For this bread they toil not, it is the gift of God. Behold the Cross of Christ, the divinely given "bread-fruit … Continue reading “1010. THE TREE OF LIFE.”