Sermons & Devotionals by James Smith
James Smith
Have I Been Born Again?
Have I Been Born Again? James Smith, 1864 A more important question cannot engage my attention, or employ my time; for Jesus has said, "Truly, truly, I say unto you — unless a man is born again — he cannot see the kingdom of God" (John 3:3). As, therefore, I wish to be a subject of God's kingdom on ... Read More
James Smith
The Way To Succeed!
The Way to Succeed! James Smith, 1864 "The idol makers encourage one another, saying to each other: Be strong!" Isaiah 41:6 If the object had been good — the conduct would have been excellent. As it is, it reads us a lesson , and presents us with an example . Let us endeavor to learn the one, and co... Read More
James Smith
An Address To A Church In A Low Condition
An Address to a Church in a Low Condition James Smith, 1864 Beloved Friends, I greet you in his holy name, who is our life, our wisdom, our righteousness, and our all. Grace be with you from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. Though I shall not be present with you, when you are met together ... Read More
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The Source Of All Good
The Source of All Good James Smith, 1860 The Lord often refers us to nature , to illustrate his conduct in dealing with his people. He does so by the prophet, when he had been denouncing the sin, and threatening to punish his professing people. He refers to the gardener preparing his soil, selecting... Read More
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Firmly United To Christ
Firmly United to Christ by James Smith, 1860 A young man was awakened to a knowledge of his lost state as a sinner, he sought a saving interest in the Lord Jesus Christ, he obtained peace through the blood of his cross. Filled with peace and joy, he consecrated himself and all he had unto the Lord. ... Read More
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The Poor Man'S Course And Comfort
The Poor Man's Course and Comfort James Smith, 1865 It is no uncommon thing for a poor man to be in trouble — for man is born to trouble as the sparks fly upward. The single man has some troubles, the married often more. Lack of work — lack of health — lack of skill — lack of proper remuneration for... Read More
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The Way To Please God
THE WAY TO PLEASE GOD by James Smith, 1857 "How he may please the Lord." 1 Corinthians 7:32 The Apostle, in replying to several questions which were sent him by the church at Corinth, teaches us that we should live detached from the world, holding all the things of time with a very loose hand. We ar... Read More
James Smith
Peace! Peace!
Peace! Peace! James Smith, 1856 Peace is a great blessing; even a soldier must love peace; but then it must be peace upon right principles . Nations when at war often sigh for peace; the loss of life, treasure, and trade, make them do so. And there is a good time coming, when the Prince of Peace wil... Read More
James Smith
A Great Savior!
A Great Savior! James Smith, 1842 "He shall send them a Savior, and a great one, and He shall deliver them!" Isaiah 19:20 SIN is a dreadful evil! It is in our nature — we are all the subjects of it. It has brought us into a wretched, ruined, lost condition. Sin is the procuring cause of all the affl... Read More
James Smith
The Striking Change!
The Striking Change James Smith, 1856 We had a lad in our town who was remarkable for his pride, conceit, and high opinion of himself. His name was John Price . Thinking so much of himself — few people thought much of him. This annoyed him. He became sour and irritable, and no one enjoyed his compan... Read More
James Smith
Love To Christ
Love to Christ James Smith, 1861 "The upright love you." Song of Solomon 1:4 Jesus prizes the love of his people. He has done everything to win our love, even to the laying down of his life for us. He has said everything that is calculated to draw forth our love. He is determined that we should love... Read More
James Smith
Jesus Is Always The Same
Jesus is Always the Same James Smith What a changeable world we live in! Everything within us, and without us is change! Our frames how variable — our friends changeable! Yet our souls need something permanent on which to rest, someone unchangeable with whom to walk. For this must turn away from all... Read More
James Smith
A Message From God!
A Message from God! James Smith, 1861 The gospel is a message from God , a message sent to every creature. A message that displays sympathy, manifests love, and proves a concern for our welfare. We may say to everyone we know, or with whom we come in contact, "I have a message from God unto you!" An... Read More
James Smith
Paul'S Determination
Paul's Determination James Smith, 1661 Most men have some favorite subject , and Paul had his. Many subjects were embraced in his ministry — but one fixed his eye, filled his heart, and occupied most of his attention. We may be sure, from the wisdom he generally displayed, and the abundance of grace... Read More
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Persevere To The End
Persevere to the End James Smith, 1859 This is a good motto — but it supposes that we are in the right path , and have a good object in view. Nothing is worse than perseverance in a wrong course, or in evil practices. And nothing is better than perseverance in the Lord's work, and the Lord's way. Le... Read More
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Lost! Lost!
Lost! Lost! James Smith, 1859 I want to improve an occurrence that has been told me, by one on whose veracity I can depend. And I love to make everything I hear, do some good if I can. Well, the circumstance was this: A young woman had been to hear God's Word, her road home lay through a forest, the... Read More
James Smith
Compel Them To Come In!
Compel Them to Come In! James Smith There is a natural reluctance in fallen man to everything that is spiritually good. Represent it as clearly and positively as you may. Illustrate it in whatever manner you will. Urge it by whatever arguments you choose — it is of no avail. The gospel is set forth ... Read More
James Smith
Don'T Be Shy!
Don't Be Shy! James Smith, 1859 There are certain sins that must appear shameful, to all who feel aright; nor can they be committed with any pleasure, until all feeling of modesty, and sense of right are conquered. And there are some places, which cannot be frequented by young people, without a feel... Read More
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Full Confidence In Jesus
Full Confidence in Jesus James Smith, 1857 A death-bed is a great revealer . What will do for life and health—will not often do for a sick bed and a dying hour. Many people have a religion which will satisfy them while external things go tolerably well with them—but if called to pass through the fur... Read More
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The Power Of Christ
THE POWER OF CHRIST by James Smith, 1857 "The Lord Jesus Christ, who is able even to subdue all things unto himself" Philippians 3:20-21 There is nothing that we need so much as power. The Lord has been teaching us this for a considerable time. We have plenty of means—but without power, they will no... 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.