Sermons & Devotionals by James Smith
James Smith
The Repeal Of The Union
The Repeal of the Union James Smith, 1856 This subject in a political point of view, has engrossed the attention, and called forth the energies of millions of immortal beings; but who attends to it in a spiritual point of view? There is an unnatural, degrading, and destructive union existing between... Read More
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Only Half Awake!
Only Half Awake! James Smith, 1856 When the holy, active, and useful Legh Richmond was near his death, realizing the solemnities of eternity and the condition of the world, and looking over his own efforts, he said to a Christian friend, "Brother, we are only half awake! None of us are more than hal... Read More
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The Mercy Of God
The Mercy of God James Smith, 1842 "Your mercy, O Lord, endured forever!" Psalm 138:8 Few things that relate to religion are more talked of, and but few less understood — than the mercy of God . It is indeed . . . a fountain of consolation, a spring of happiness, and a source of comfort — to all who... Read More
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Sympathy With Sufferers
Sympathy with Sufferers by James Smith, 1860 We can never form a correct opinion as to who are the Lord's people, by the dispensations of Divine providence — as the same events happen to all. The difference between them and the world, lies rather in the comforts and supports they receive, than in an... Read More
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A Terrible Charge!
A Terrible Charge! by James Smith, 1858 It was on a cold winter's evening, when a minister of Christ entered the chamber where a poor woman lay dying. There was much to distress and trouble her — but all seemed to be swallowed up in one terrible charge which she brought against herself : "Oh, Sir, I... Read More
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O Sing Unto The Lord A New Song!
O Sing unto the Lord a New Song! by James Smith, 1860 Praise is lovely for the upright, and it befits the Lord's people to be thankful. God loves to be praised. He loves to hear us praise him, as it indicates . . . that we have a due sense of our obligations, that we value our mercies, and are happy... Read More
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What Some Soldiers Did
What Some Soldiers Did James Smith, 1856 "The soldiers mocked him." Luke 23:36 The sight of suffering softens us. But it is possible to be so hardened by sin, as to sport even with sufferings. This was the case here. Here was a great sufferer. Here were hardened soldiers. Here they were mocking the ... Read More
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Every Christian To His Closet!
Every Christian to His Closet! James Smith, 1864 True prayer is the breathing of the soul toward God . Wherever there is spiritual life — there must be prayer. But as many Christians are alive — but not lively, it is often necessary to stir them up to "pray without ceasing." Without trials, temptati... Read More
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A Stimulus
A Stimulus James Smith, 1856 "And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another — and all the more as you see the Day approaching." Hebrews 10:24-25 Beloved reader, w... Read More
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Gratitude
GRATITUDE James Smith, 1859 Nothing is more graceful or befitting in us, as believers in Jesus Christ, than gratitude . Oh, how much we have to be grateful for! Whether we look back at the past , or forward to the future —what cause for praise. The Lord has dealt well with us, according to his word.... Read More
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Completeness
COMPLETENESS James Smith, 1860 We must be complete , to be happy . But in ourselves, and by nature — we are anything hut complete. Every power, every faculty, every purpose, and every action — bears the stamp of imperfection. Nor can we render ourselves complete by anything we can do or suffer . And... Read More
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Thirsting For God
Thirsting for God James Smith, 1858 "O God, you are my God, earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you, in a dry and weary land where there is no water!" Psalm 63:1 The earth being so long without rain, seems to look up and long for refreshing showers. The light soil is dust, and the heavy soil i... Read More
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Is God Able And Willing To Save Me?
Is God Able and Willing to Save Me? James Smith, 1860 The salvation of the soul is of the greatest possible importance, and should be sought and secured before anything else. This being the case, we do not wonder that, when the Holy Spirit quickens the soul, and enlightens it to see its sinfulness a... Read More
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Prayer For Ministers
Prayer for Ministers James Smith, 1858 The ministers of Christ NEED the prayers of their people, their work is arduous, their weakness is great, their foes are furious, and their hindrances are many. They DESIRE the prayers of their people — for they know that prayer has power with God, and brings d... Read More
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The Blessed Of The Lord
The Blessed of the Lord James Smith, 1842 "You are the blessed of the Lord, who made Heaven and earth!" Psalm 115:15 The Word of God solemnly pronounces a curse upon all who violate the righteous commands of God, who live transgressing His precepts, and come short of absolute perfection. And as this... Read More
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I Shall Soon Be In Heaven!
I Shall Soon Be in Heaven! James Smith, 1858 A Christian man was habitually cheerful, and his cheerfulness attracted the attention of some, who from a knowledge of the trying circumstances in which he was placed, could not account for it. They therefore proposed the question to him, "How is it, that... Read More
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An Address To A Newly Formed Church
An Address to a Newly Formed Church of Christ James Smith, 1865 Beloved in the Lord Jesus Christ, as you have covenanted to walk together as a Christian Church, in obedience to his commands — allow the word of exhortation . You profess to be Christians, and if you are so indeed — you possess "the Sp... Read More
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The Living Stone
The Living Stone James Smith, 1859 How many and various are the figures employed to represent our beloved Lord—and yet they all come short of his glory. The whole creation is insufficient to set forth the glory of Jesus. He who created all—must be superior to all. But the representations made of Him... Read More
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Happy Service
Happy Service James Smith When the Queen of Sheba came to visit King Solomon, she was so struck with the grandeur and magnificence of his palace, the order and supplies of his household, the wisdom he communicated, and the gracefulness of his utterances — that she considered it both happiness and ho... Read More
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Prepared For The Worst!
Prepared for the Worst! James Smith, 1865 "I am prepared for the worst!" said a young man, as he went off on a journey, with his heavy coat and umbrella. And in the sense in which he used the words, he was, as he only referred to a little cold or rain . But the words may be taken in a much more impo... 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.