Sermons & Devotionals by James Smith
James Smith
Three Bad Companions!
Three Bad Companions! James Smith, 1864 We are all of us, at times, thrown into company which we do not like; and when so, the best thing we can do is to get out of it as quickly as possible! But sometimes we find that this is more easily said, than done. I have seen some aged people pestered with t... Read More
James Smith
Anointed With Fresh Oil
Anointed with Fresh Oil! James Smith, 1860 "I shall be anointed with fresh oil ." Psalm 92:10 The work of the Holy Spirit in the heart, is of the greatest importance. Until we experience it, we are dead in sin. Having once enjoyed it, we often need its renewal. It is variously represented in God's w... Read More
James Smith
The Place To Choose
The Place to Choose James Smith, 1865 "But when you are invited — take the lowest place." Luke 14:10 PRIDE is peculiarly offensive to God. He will not allow it in His presence! He cannot smile upon the person who indulges it. It was exceedingly offensive to Jesus — the meek and humble Jesus. It was ... Read More
James Smith
The Difference
The Difference James Smith, 1860 The church and the world are essentially and eternally distinct. They ever have been, and will be until the Lord Jesus comes. Yet they dwell together on the same earth, and are at times so mixed, that it is not easy to distinguish them. But as when Israel dwelt in Eg... Read More
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The Beloved
The Beloved! James Smith, 1856 "He has made us accepted in the Beloved ." Ephesians 1:6 Paul was speaking of the great and glorious privileges of the Lord's people, and praising His holy name for them. He traces all up to the rich grace and sovereign pleasure of the Most High God. He rejoices in ete... Read More
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Loved And Blessed
Loved and Blessed by James Smith, 1860 To love, and be loved — is real happiness. When we look around and feel that we love all we know, and believe that all who know us have kindly feeling towards us — it is most pleasant. Much of the happiness of heaven consists in this, that each one loves the wh... Read More
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The Foolish Choice!
The Foolish Choice! James Smith "All the trees said to the bramble , 'Come and be our king.' The bramble said to the trees, 'If you really want to anoint me king over you, come and take refuge in my shade; but if not, then let fire come out of the bramble and consume the cedars of Lebanon!'" Judges ... Read More
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Light For Dark Days
Light for Dark Days James Smith, 1855 "Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows!" John 16:33 Every Christian should expect a daily cross — something to try his graces, something to render the promises necessary, something to make the throne of grace desirable. This he is promised in God's... Read More
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Ignorance Of The Future
Ignorance of the Future James Smith, 1856 "Not knowing what will happen to me." Acts 20:22 "Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring forth!" Proverbs 27:1 Though the apostle was inspired by the Holy Spirit, there were some things which he could not do, and some things wh... Read More
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Christ'S Little Ones
Christ's Little Ones James Smith, 1860 There are no families in which the children all of one age, one stature, and one disposition. In our families we see great diversity — and so there is in the family of God. There are babes, young men, and fathers. Now in most families, the little ones call fort... Read More
James Smith
Lest They Should Be Converted
Lest They Should Be Converted James Smith, 1861 I know two young men, whose parents were godly people--but they would never accompany them to hear their minister; and the reason they assigned for this some years afterwards, when they were brought under concern about their souls was, they were afraid... Read More
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The Sons Of God
The Sons of God James Smith, 1865 Jehovah determined not only to save his people — but to raise them to the highest possible honor and happiness; therefore he predestined them to the adoption of children by Jesus Christ unto himself, to the praise of the glory of his grace. In the fullness of time, ... Read More
James Smith
Hezekiah'S Testimony
Hezekiah's Testimony James Smith, 1861 "But what can I say? He has spoken to me, and he himself has done this! I will walk humbly all my years because of this anguish of my soul. O Lord, by such things men live; and my spirit finds life in them too." Isaiah 38:15-16 The believer's path is often tryi... Read More
James Smith
Glad Tidings Of Good Things
Glad Tidings of Good Things James Smith, 1861 This is God's representation of the gospel. It brings tidings from Heaven , tidings for sinners , tidings of good things for them; yes, tidings of the very best things — for the very worst of men! Not for them exclusively, but for men as sinners, includi... Read More
James Smith
Bring Him Unto Me
Being Him unto Me! James Smith, 1861 "Bring him unto Me." Mark 9:19 The life of Jesus is full of instructive incidents. What part of it can we read without deriving encouragement, counsel, or instruction from it. When our Lord was on the mount of transfiguration, a man brought his son to the discipl... Read More
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Warned, Admonished And Encouraged
Warned, Admonished and Encouraged James Smith, 1861 "In the world, you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world." John 16:33 How apt we are to look for peace and prosperity here below! As constantly as we are disappointed--we nevertheless think that when w... Read More
James Smith
The Dew Of Heaven
The Dew of Heaven James Smith, 1861 "I will be to Israel like a refreshing dew from heaven. Israel will blossom like the lily; it will send roots deep into the soil like the cedars in Lebanon." Hosea 14:5 God's promises — feed the faith , support the minds, and stimulate the prayers of God's people.... Read More
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Nothing Impossible
Nothing Impossible! James Smith, 1861 "For with God, nothing shall be impossible!" Luke 1:37 Difficulties often crowd the believer's path, and trials line his way. Obstacles and opposition meet him at almost every turn. What to do at times — he scarcely knows, for he has been disappointed so often, ... Read More
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Moses' Hands
Moses' Hands James Smith, 1861 "When Moses' hands grew tired, they took a stone and put it under him and he sat on it. Aaron and Hur held his hands up — one on one side, one on the other — so that his hands remained steady till sunset. So Joshua overcame the Amalekite army with the sword." Exodus 17... Read More
James Smith
The Christian'S Claim
The Christian's Claim by James Smith, 1860 " They are of the world and therefore speak from the viewpoint of the world, and the world listens to them. We are of God , and whoever knows God listens to us" 1 John 4:5-6 " We are of God." So said the apostle John, of himself and his fellow believers. " ... Read More
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James Smith and was a predecessor of Charles Spurgeon at New Park Street Chapel in London from 1841-1850. He also ministered with great blessing in Cheltenham. His devotional, The Believer's Daily Remembrancer, subtitled Pastor's Morning and Evening Visit, was very popular in its own day, and has received a new lease of life through recent republication.