Sermons & Devotionals by James Smith
James Smith
Points of Difference Between the First and Second Covenants (Infant Baptism)
Points of Difference Between the First and Second Covenants (Infant Baptism) James Smith, 1858 Our paedobaptist brethren, when writing on the subject of baptism, are constantly referring us to the first covenant (Hebrews 8:7, 9:1); and insisting upon it, that because male children were to be circumc... Read More
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O, Give Thanks Unto The Lord!
"O, Give Thanks unto the Lord!" James Smith , 1858 "O, Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His mercy endures forever!" 1 Chronicles 16:34 Thus, David commences more than one of his precious Psalms. He knew that the Lord loved to hear his people praise him, and bless his holy name. And he knew t... Read More
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Hindrances To Conversion And Church Membership
Hindrances to Conversion and Church Membership James Smith, 1865 "Woe to you experts in the law, because you have taken away the key to knowledge. You yourselves have not entered, and you have hindered those who were entering!" Luke 11:52 The Lord Jesus never brought an unjust charge against any, no... Read More
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What Do You Think Of Christ?
What Do You Think of Christ? James Smith, 1860 "What do you think of Christ?" Matthew 22:42 This question was proposed by himself, to one party — but we may carry it to many; for Christ is thought of in all worlds, by every order of beings. What does God think of Jesus? He says, "This is my beloved ... Read More
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Am I Born Again?
Am I Born Again? James Smith, 1860 The new birth is the work of the Holy Spirit in the soul, by which we are created anew in Christ Jesus, become new creatures, and are fitted for a place in God's church on earth, and God's service in heaven. It is of the greatest importance, for "except a man is bo... Read More
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The State Of The Unconverted
The State of the Unconverted James Smith, 1859 Who are the unconverted? Many, it is to be feared — who imagine that they are in the way to Heaven, and that all will be well with them at last — are still unconverted. An unconverted person may believe the Bible to be God's Word, not harboring a doubt ... Read More
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Real Conversion
Real Conversion James Smith, 1859 Real conversion supposes that it has a counterfeit — something like conversion which is not the thing itself. For instance, a man may change his sentiments, on many points his feelings may undergo a change, and he may reform his life — and yet not be really converte... Read More
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The New Road
The New Road James Smith, 1860 Some time ago, as I was walking in the country, I saw a number of men at work near the road, and said to one of them, "Well, friend, what are you doing?" "Why, sir," said he, "we are making a new road to the great house. The old road you will see winding round the hill... Read More
James Smith
The Weaver'S Shuttle
The Weaver!s Shuttle James Smith, 1865 The weaver's trade is ancient and important. It employs a multitude of people, and adds greatly to our comfort. Weavers are, therefore, a useful and valuable class of men. They increase the wealth of the nation, and add to its prosperity. They ought to be cared... Read More
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The People Worked With All Their Heart!
The People Worked with All Their Heart! James Smith, 1859 "So we rebuilt the wall till all of it reached half its height — for the people worked with all their heart! " Nehemiah 4:6 A great object was to be accomplished. The walls of Jerusalem had been broken down, and were in heaps. The city lay wa... Read More
James Smith
Are You Sure That You Are Right?
Are You Sure That You Are Right? James Smith, 1859 The other day, as a lad was leaving a shop, the shopkeeper called after him, "Are you sure you are right?" I know not what the subject was to which the shopkeeper referred, but the inquiry has suggested some very serious thoughts to my mind. Ah, it ... Read More
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Indifference To Religion
Indifference to the Claims of Religion James Smith, 1859 Men in general are not indifferent — but are full of life, and zeal, and energy — in pursuit of their favorite objects, and in carrying out their cherished plans. In acquiring wealth or fame, in pursuit of pleasure or sensual gratification — m... Read More
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Affection Baffled
Affection Baffled James Smith, 1865 I have a great liking to village grave-yards , and seldom do I visit a country village, but one of my first walks is to the grave-yard. The sight leads one's thoughts back to the past — and reflection is profitable; and from the past — one looks forward to the fut... Read More
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Individual Duty
Individual Duty James Smith, 1865 "Occupy until I come." Luke 12:13 "It is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners." And it is equally true and faithful, that He is gone to receive a kingdom, and intends to return . We have His Word and ... Read More
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The Gleaners
The Gleaners James Smith, 1858 It is a beautiful morning, God is shining upon us in nature, and blessing us as the God of providence. The sun shines, the lark sings, and everything seems to say, "Be happy. Be thankful." The fields have been covered with golden grain, the reaper has gone forth with h... Read More
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Ask And Receive
Ask and Receive James Smith, 1842 "Ask, and you shall receive!" John 16:24 The Lord has provided and stored up in Christ, all blessings for His people, and has made it both their duty and privilege, to seek those blessings from Him by prayer. He has given them every encouragement . . . to pray ferve... Read More
James Smith
A Word To Parents And Teachers
A Word to Parents and Teachers James Smith, 1864 That real religion is of the greatest importance, that it cannot be possessed too early, that it is generally produced by the power of the Holy Spirit attending the well-directed efforts of his people — are truths generally admitted by the Lord's peop... Read More
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The Voice Of The Clock
T he Voice of the Clock By James Smith, 1859 Sitting in my school-room one Sunday morning, waiting for the clock to strike seven, in order to commence the early prayer meeting, I was struck with what appeared to be the loud ticking of the clock. "Tick, tick, tick" it went. I listened, it seemed to b... Read More
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Parting
Parting James Smith, 1859 A visit to friends or like-minded relatives is very pleasant — and often as profitable as pleasant. How pleasant to meet, to recall old scenes, to talk over past times, and to seem to live over again the years long gone by. But the pleasantest visit must end. Everything ear... Read More
James Smith
A Lesson From Nelson
A Lesson from Nelson James Smith, 1859 I have read that when Nelson was about to engage in one of his great sea battles, he required Collingwood and Rotherham, who were at variance, to shake hands like Englishmen. Combined and united effort was required. It was no time for disagreeing or for fosteri... 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.