Sermons & Devotionals by James Smith
James Smith
There Is Hope!
There Is Hope! James Smith, 1860 A North American Indian, having heard the gospel, was brought under conviction of sin, his sleep departed from him, and he became restless and wretched. He saw himself on the brink of eternal misery, he sought for mercy — but there appeared an impassable mountain bef... Read More
James Smith
My Mother'S Friend
My Mother's Friend James Smith, 1860 Whose heart is not affected, when a reference is made to his mother? There is something sacred about a mother, especially a Christian mother — and a Christian mother in Heaven. Memory having recorded, recalls the past: The mother's features . The mother s voice .... Read More
James Smith
Rejoicing In Tribulation
Rejoicing in Tribulation James Smith, 1858 Many of the Lord's people are called to endure great afflictions — their sufferings are very severe. In some, the body is the seat of pain; in others the mind is the home of sorrow. Some are seldom at ease, others are seldom at peace; to be racked with pain... Read More
James Smith
The Believer'S Dignity
The Believers Dignity James Smith, 1865 "Behold, what manner of love the Father has bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God! Therefore the world knows us not, because it knew Him not." 1 John 3:1 The apostle, being about to exhort the Lord's people to love one another, lays the fo... Read More
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Present Privileges And Future Prospects
Present Privileges and Future Prospects James Smith, 1865 "Beloved, now we are children of God, and what we will be has not yet been made known. But we know that when He appears, we shall be like Him, for we shall see Him as He is!" 1 John 3:2 1. Our present privileges. To be the object of another's... Read More
James Smith
Looking For Jesus
Looking for Jesus James Smith, 1842 "We look for the Savior — the Lord Jesus Christ." Philippians 3:20 The first Christians kept the second coming of Christ continually in view; they constantly expected it, and are spoken of as " Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great... Read More
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A Purifying Hope
A Purifying Hope James Smith, 1865 "And everyone who has this hope in Him purifies himself — just as He is pure." 1 John 3:3 HOPE is made up of desire and expectation . We may desire what we do not expect — but we never expect what we do not desire. I desire something good: the gospel reveals it; Go... Read More
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Converse With The Past
Converse With the Past James Smith, 1865 "Ask now the days that are past." Deuteronomy 4:32 If we would be wise — we must converse with the past , as well as with the present. Mighty minds have inhabited our world, great wonders have been wrought — therefore important lessons are to be learned. We m... Read More
James Smith
An Important Question
An Important Question: What Have I Done to Save a Soul Today? James Smith, 1865 Thousands are perishing around me! Hell is enlarging itself! God saves souls by human instrumentality. He saves by the simplest means. He points to some just on the verge of Hell, and says, "Save them with fear, plucking... Read More
James Smith
A Promise
A Promise James Smith, 1860 To act aright, we must seek divine wisdom , and depend on divine strength . If we aim at God's glory in any enterprise, we may claim all the encouraging promises of God's Word; and while we plead them at his throne, their fulfillment in our experience is sure. What God sa... Read More
James Smith
Rich Yet Poor
Rich yet poor! Poor, yet rich! James Smith, 1856 A Swedish lady and her servant, attending a prayer meeting, were observed to be in great distress, and on being asked what was the cause of their distress, and what they wanted, replied, "We lack everything — for we lack Jesus!" What a confession! The... Read More
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Faith Necessary
Faith Necessary James Smith, 1855 "Without faith it is impossible to please God: for he who comes to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of those who diligently seek him." Hebrews 11:6 "So we make it our goal to please Him." 2 Corinthians 5:9 Our principal business on earth is to ... Read More
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What'S Come To Dick?
What's Come to Dick? by James Smith, 1860 Dick was an apprentice lad — apt to be thoughtless, noisy, and disagreeable. He lived without real happiness. For it is impossible for anyone to be happy, who lives without God. Dick neglected his bible, and was never concerned about his soul. He had a good ... Read More
James Smith
A Word To The Young Christian
A Word to the Young Christian James Smith , 1858 Young Christian, just one word or two with you. You have just ventured on Christ, and found Jesus precious. You are full of light and love , your peace flows like a river, and your joy appears to be full. As a pardoned sinner — you feel happy. As unit... Read More
James Smith
The Seed Of Usefulness
The Seed of Usefulness James Smith , 1858 A godly man in commencing a review of his own life says, "When the Lord first made known his precious salvation to my soul — the prevailing thought of my mind was, How can I be useful to the souls of others? I was continually inquiring, Lord, what will you h... Read More
James Smith
The Alternative
The Alternative James Smith "Let Him take hold of my strength, that He may make peace with me; and He shall make peace with me." Isaiah 27:5 We are all, by nature, in opposition to God — His avowed and determined foes! This enmity is written out in our conduct, it is rooted in our hearts. But how wi... Read More
James Smith
Write The Vision
Write the Vision James Smith Temporal calamities, in the Old Testament, very frequently prefigured spiritual judgments; and the way to escape them, is set forth the way of salvation. This was the case in the days of Habakkuk, when the Chaldeans as the executors of God's threatenings, were about to b... Read More
James Smith
The Startling Demand
The Startling Demand James Smith "Is not your wickedness great? Are not your sins infinite?" Job 22:5 The effects of sin are dreadful! Sin hardens the heart of man — and provokes the wrath of God. It is rebellion against His authority, pouring contempt on His Word, and insulting Him to His face. Eve... Read More
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Be Faithful
Be Faithful James Smith, 1860 Perseverance is necessary in every enterprise. It is especially so in Christianity. Whatever we undertake, we should go through with. Hence the importance of counting the cost , before we commence. To perseverance alone, salvation is promised. "He who endures to the end... Read More
James Smith
A Wise Resolution
A Wise Resolution James Smith, 1860 The Lord's people are often discouraged and cast down, in the prospect of the changes they are called to make. They forget the well ordered covenant, and lose sight of the precious promises. They endeavor to walk by sight — when they are required to walk by faith ... 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.