Sermons & Devotionals by James Smith
James Smith
Sickness Is For Gods Glory
Sickness is for God's Glory by James Smith, 1860 "This sickness is for the glory of God." John 11:4 God's glory should be our constant object and aim. For this we were created, redeemed, and converted. In order to this, we are taught, tried, and delivered. Everything that befalls us, or is required ... Read More
James Smith
The Safeguard!
The Safeguard! James Smith, 1865 "When I see the blood — I will pass over you." Exodus 12:13 The time for Israel's deliverance from Egypt had now arrived. God was faithful to his word. But while he fulfils his promise, he instructs his people; and through them, he instructs his church in all ages. T... Read More
James Smith
The Sure Resource
The Sure Resource by James Smith, 1860 "A friend in need — is a friend indeed." Such a friend we often want — but often seek in vain. Our need of a friend, arises from our troubles, trials, and difficulties, which we meet with in our way home; and God in his holy word, proposes to be that friend. He... Read More
James Smith
Utterly Helpless!
Utterly Helpless! James Smith, 1860 So wrote a godly young man, when describing the state of his soul. "Utterly helpless!" So all feel that are at all deeply taught of God. "Not sufficient of ourselves," said Paul. "Utterly helpless!" So we feel more and more as we grow in grace, and in the knowledg... Read More
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Suppose I Should Die Suddenly!
Suppose I Should Die Suddenly James Smith, 1865 A sudden death has recently taken place here. Sudden death is a very solemn event. Death has a voice — it is sent with a message to us. It says, "I am coming for you soon! Be ready!" Sudden death reminds us . . . that time is short, that life is uncert... Read More
James Smith
What Do We Need?
What Do We Need? James Smith, 1856 "Our gospel came to you not simply with words — but also with power , with the Holy Spirit and with deep conviction." 1 Thessalonians 1:5 "We have," said one, "the gospel regularly preached, the prayer meetings are continued, the church is in peace — but very few s... Read More
James Smith
Family Prayer
Family Prayer James Smith, 1865 "Praying with all prayer." Ephesians 6:18 As there are different kinds of prayer — private, public, social, and domestic — the Christian is exhorted to pray always with all prayer. Whatever leads us to God does us good — and the seasons when we approach him are our be... Read More
James Smith
The Preparation Of The Heart
The Preparation of the Heart James Smith, 1861 The heart of man is the seat and source of all evil. From within, out of the heart — proceeds all sin, mischief, and misery. The heart is eager for all evil — but it is indisposed to all spiritual good. It needs to be enlightened by God's truth, softene... Read More
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The Word Of Command
The Word of Command James Smith, 1865 "Go forward!" Exodus 14:15 This supposes that you are in the right way, for if you are not, the command would be, "Stop, turn around!" We do not say to the careless sinner , "go forward," for he is in the road to Hell, and every step brings him nearer to that aw... Read More
James Smith
Is It Possible?
Is it Possible? James Smith, 1856 "Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction — and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life — and only a few find it." Matthew 7:13-14 Reader, I am going to propose a ... Read More
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The Value And Use Of Blood!
The Value and Use of Blood! James Smith, 1865 "Not without blood! " Hebrews 9:7 Blood! There is something startling in the sound of blood, and often more startling in the sight of it. Yet every part of the Bible is sprinkled with blood; and from the sin of Adam — to the death of Jesus, God required ... Read More
James Smith
Real Religion
Real Religion James Smith, 1865 Some people pretend to real religion — who know that they have none at all. Others imagine that they have real religion — but they are fatally deceived. The great mass of the people do not know what real religion is! Ask the first person you meet, "What is real religi... Read More
James Smith
The Voice Of The Charmers!
The Voice of the Charmers by James Smith, 1860 The everlasting gospel is the greatest blessing which God can confer on a people. It has lifted our own country from a state of barbarism, delivered it from oppression and despotism, and made it the wonder of the world! And as much as it does for countr... Read More
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PATIENCE!
PATIENCE! James Smith, 1859 What a blessed fruit of the Spirit is patience, and how necessary for a Christian in a world like this, and in times like these. It prevents murmuring, checks complaining, and produces the sweetest gratitude. It multiplies our mercies, fixing the eye upon them; and it dim... Read More
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The Glorious Liberty
The Glorious Liberty by James Smith, 1860 That the world is not what it once was — when its Maker pronounced it 'very good', is clear; and that it is not what it will be — when God's kings and priests shall reign on it, is equally clear. It suffered much, when the curse rolled over it, as the effect... Read More
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The Backslider Conquered!
The Backslider Conquered! by James Smith, 1860 When we begin to backslide, the Lord only knows where we shall stop; therefore we should beware of the first step in that direction. Ephraim backslid, and went on until he was bent on backsliding . God contended with him — but he persevered. God smote h... Read More
James Smith
The Withered Vine
The Withered Vine James Smith, 1860 "Return to us, O God Almighty! Look down from heaven and see! Watch over this vine!" Psalm 80:14 The Church of Christ passes through many vicissitudes, and requires constant attention; therefore it is compared to a garden, a vineyard, and a vine. As a vine, it som... Read More
James Smith
The Weak Heart
The Weak Heart James Smith, 1855 " How weak is your heart! says the Sovereign Lord, to do such things as these!" Ezekiel 16:30 Let us try and turn this portion of God's Word to profit. The weakness of the heart displays itself in a variety of ways: sometimes in yielding to temptations, sometimes by ... Read More
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Jesus All-Sufficient
Jesus All-sufficient James Smith, 1855 It is a very beautiful and glowing account which the Apostle gives of the resurrection, ascension, and glorification of our beloved Lord — in the close of his first chapter to the Ephesians. He shows that he is exalted above all created beings, that all things ... Read More
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Conversion
CONVERSION James Smith, 1855 "Now repent of your sins and be converted — so that your sins may be wiped away!" Acts 3:19 Every man by nature needs conversion. He has turned away from God. His heart is set upon sin. His eye is attracted by folly. He lives for himself. His nature is depraved. His life... 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.