Sermons & Devotionals by James Smith
James Smith
The Epitaph
The Epitaph James Smith, 1859 I have often derived benefit from wandering in a graveyard; therefore, I never see a church, if the gate is unlocked and I have time—but I take a turn round the graveyard. Many a one has seen me thus rambling in a country graveyard, reading the inscriptions on the heads... Read More
James Smith
Greater Joy
Greater Joy James Smith, 1860 In the midst of wrath, God remembers mercy, and therefore in his word, we find threatening and promises following each other. He threatens all offenders, he punishes his enemies, chastises his friends — and glorifies his name in dealing with all. How severely he threate... Read More
James Smith
A Glorious Reproach
A Glorious Reproach James Smith, 1860 The way to be reproached sometimes, is simply to do one's duty. For there are people about us, who think that they have a right to judge for us, lord it over us, reproach and vilify us. The rights of man , like the rights of God, are very much misunderstood. Eve... Read More
James Smith
Are You Safe?
Are You Safe? James Smith, 1856 I mean, is your soul safe? Sin has placed us all in circumstances of imminent danger, because it has made us the enemies of God, it has provoked his wrath, and he has threatened in his Word to punish all obstinate sinners. As sinners we are in danger of sudden death, ... Read More
James Smith
Why The Spirit Is Not Given
Why the Spirit Is Not Given by James Smith, 1860 The Holy Spirit has always been in the Church. Indeed without the Spirit there could be no Chuch, for it is the Spirit who calls out, collects, sanctifies, and unites the Lord's people together, constituting them a Church. And at times there has been ... Read More
James Smith
I Am Well Pleased
"I Am Well Pleased" James Smith, 1860 This was the testimony of the FATHER to his beloved Son, on the banks of the Jordan when he was baptized; and on the top of the mountain, when he was transfigured. Everything in Jesus, pleases the Father; but especially did he appear pleased — when he took our n... Read More
James Smith
An Unwise Son
An Unwise Son James Smith, 1865 "He is an unwise son." Hosea 13:13 How many parents are tried in their families. This appears to have been the case from the beginning. Adam had a Cain; Abraham — an Ishmael; Isaac — an Esau; David — an Absalom; Solomon — a Rehoboam; Ezekiel — a Manasseh; and thousand... Read More
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Pride Humbled, And Grace Exalted
Pride Humbled, and Grace Exalted James Smith, 1861 "You have not chosen me — but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that you should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain." John 15:16 One design of the gospel is to humble the pride of man, and exalt God's grace. Its doctrines ... Read More
James Smith
Your Keeper!
Your Keeper! James Smith, 1865 "The Lord is your keeper" Psalm 121:5 Our safety and happiness lie in what the Lord is to us. In darkness — he is our light; in weakness — he is our strength; in danger — he is our refuge; at all times — he is our keeper. He never trusts his people in any hands but his... Read More
James Smith
Who Is Your Master?
Who is Your Master? James Smith, 1859 We are all servants. We have given ourselves up to work for someone — to serve someone. The apostle Paul tells us, how we may ascertain, who is your master. He says, "His servants you are — whom you obey." Now we either serve self , Satan , or the Lord Jesus Chr... Read More
James Smith
Does God Love Sinners?
Does God Love Sinners? by James Smith, 1860 Can this be a question, with the Bible in our hands? Has he not said so? "God so loved the world." Is not the world peopled with sinners? Are not sinners in the world? Is it not added, "God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world — but that th... Read More
James Smith
Death Defied
Death Defied! by James Smith, 1858 I was in a grave-yard only this morning musing among the tombs. I sometimes like to converse with death — and wander in the resting-place of the dead. I like to read the inscriptions on the head-stones, and often get a profitable subject for meditation. A simple pa... Read More
James Smith
Joy In Salvation!
Joy in Salvation James Smith, 1860 "You will go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and hills will burst into song before you, and all the trees of the field will clap their hands!" Isaiah 55:12 All creation has suffered by the fall. The world is not what it once was , for the ground... Read More
James Smith
To Him Shall Men Come
" To Him Shall Men Come ." Isaiah 45:24 James Smith, 1860 The Lord Jesus is to be the center of attraction, and the fountain of blessing to our world. It pleased the Father, that in him should all fullness dwell. He has therefore, all that is great, good, and useful — in himself. As the incarnate Go... Read More
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Father! Father!
Father! Father! James Smith, 1859 Some time ago, a little boy was accosted by one much larger than himself, and instead of attempting to defend himself, he called out, "Father! Father!" — and his oppressor looked round and fled. This is just how the Lord's people should act. It is not for them to av... Read More
James Smith
The Heart That Can Feel For Another
The Heart That Can Feel for Another James Smith, 1859 This motto commends itself to every one at once, and each would speak approvingly of it. The holy law of God requires it. The gospel and the grace of Christ produces it. Every Christian is supposed to have such a heart, and is required to manifes... Read More
James Smith
Why Professors Have No Assurance
Why Professors Have No Assurance James Smith, 1860 How many professed Christians I meet with who have no confidence in the goodness of their state, no assurance of their acceptance with God, no certainty of being forever with the Lord. How is this? It does not appear to have been so with primitive C... Read More
James Smith
Mind Your Own Business!
Mind Your Own Business! James Smith , 1858 "Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business and to work with your hands, just as we told you" 1 Thessalonians 4:11 How much there is to do in a world like ours. Everyone therefore should be at his post, employing his talents — and... Read More
James Smith
The Savior'S Assurance
The Savior's Assurance James Smith The tenderness of Jesus, and his concern for the happiness of his dear people, appears on almost every page of his history. His gentle nature, his lamb-like character, his unfailing love, are always being presented to our view. As he revealed his Father, his aim se... Read More
James Smith
Is Your Heart Right?
Is Your Heart Right? James Smith Solemn questions often make deep impressions. Many such questions are found in God's word. And some, not so solemn when literally taken, become so when spiritually applied. The question of Jehu, to Jehonadab, is one of these. "Is your heart right?" 2 Kings 10:15. Eve... 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.