Sermons & Devotionals by James Smith
James Smith
Abounding Grace!
Abounding Grace! James Smith, 1842 "And God is able to make all grace abound to you — so that in all things at all times, having all that you need — you will abound in every good work!" 2 Corinthians 9:8 Jehovah is emphatically called . . . the God of all grace , the Father of mercies, the God of al... Read More
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The Past Reviewed
The Past Reviewed James Smith "You shall remember all the way which the Lord your God led you these forty years in the wilderness." Deuteronomy 8:2 It is well sometimes to look forward —and anticipate "the blessed hope, even the glorious appearing of our Lord and Savior." It is good sometimes to loo... Read More
James Smith
The True Token!
The True Token! James Smith "Give me a true token!" Joshua 2:12 This was the request of the harlot Rahab. Jericho was threatened with destruction; its doom was fast approaching; its danger was now imminent; the spies came to her house, and she received them, for she believed that God would give the ... Read More
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The Burden!
The Burden! James Smith "O wretched man that I am! Who will free me from this life that is dominated by sin and death?" Romans 7:24 This is the language of the apostle Paul, and conveys to the mind some idea of the strong inward conflict he endured. He speaks in the first person singular all through... Read More
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What Is Your Life?
What Is Your Life? James Smith, 1865 " What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while — and then vanishes!" James 4:14 If God asks a question — we should listen to it, think of it, and prepare an answer. Here the Lord puts a question to us; it refers to the brevity of our mortal e... Read More
James Smith
The Spirit'S Work In The Believer
The Spirit's Work in the Believer James Smith, 1861 "Those who live according to the sinful nature have their minds set on what that nature desires; but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit desires. The mind of sinful man is death, but the mind control... Read More
James Smith
Guide Me, Teach Me!
Guide Me, Teach Me! by James Smith, 1860 Divine teaching is in substance — the same in all ages, and under all circumstances. As we all need the same blessings — we are all led to the same source of supply — and taught to ask the same favors , on the same grounds . How frequently we are struck with ... Read More
James Smith
True Wisdom Incomparable
True Wisdom Incomparable James Smith "For wisdom is more profitable than silver, and her wages are better than gold. Wisdom is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire can compare with her. She offers you long life in her right hand, and riches and honor in her left. She will guide you down del... Read More
James Smith
An Israelite Indeed!
An Israelite Indeed! by James Smith, 1860 True grace in the heart always manifests itself by a concern for the welfare of others, and an attempt to bring them to Jesus. Where there is no concern for the salvation of others, no efforts to save souls from death — the case is at best very doubtful. Whe... Read More
James Smith
God'S Knowledge Of Us
God's Knowledge of Us James Smith, 1865 "Nothing in all creation is hidden from God's sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account!" Hebrews 4:13 "The Lord searches every heart and understands the intention of every thought!" 1 Chronicles 28:9 "I a... Read More
James Smith
The Prayer Of Moses
The Prayer of Moses James Smith, 1865 "Return, O Lord! How long will it be?" Psalm 90:13 So sighed Moses , the man of God, when Israel was wandering in the desert, when death was sweeping away the rebellious generation which came out of Egypt, from the earth; and when God, to a great extent, kept at... Read More
James Smith
Love Put To The Proof
Love Put to the Proof by James Smith, 1860 It is not every man's religion, which will stand the test . Many a man's profession has looked fair enough — until it has been tried , and then it has proved to be counterfeit. How important then is self-examination — and looking well to our foundation . Un... Read More
James Smith
A Seasonable Prescription
A Seasonable Prescription by James Smith, 1860 As we Christians advance in life, and know more of human nature, and the power of temptation — the greater interest should we take in the young , and the more urgently should we seek their salvation. It is a lovely sight to see aged Christians endeavori... Read More
James Smith
A Serious Inquiry
A Serious Inquiry James Smith , 1865 " Lord, what is man — that you should notice us, mere mortals that you should care for us?" Psalm 144:3 "Lord, what is man!" Thus the psalmist exclaimed, when reviewing the Lord's goodness to him, and recounting the gracious characters in which the Lord stood to ... Read More
James Smith
Christ'S Estimate Of His Church
Christ's Estimate of His Church James Smith, 1865 "You are absolutely beautiful , My love; there is no spot in you!" Song of Solomon 4:7 Solomon's Song represents the love of Christ to His people, His admiration of them, and communion with them. Every spiritual person more or less understands it; bu... Read More
James Smith
The Life Of God In The Soul
The Life of God in the Soul by James Smith, 1860 True religion is not a religious form — but a LIFE . It is the life which God imparts — the life which God communicates in regeneration, and nourishes by his word, ordinances, and communion with himself. This inward principle of life develops itself i... Read More
James Smith
Loving Rebukes
Loving Rebukes James Smith , 1858 "As many as I love — I rebuke and chasten . Be zealous therefore, and repent." Revelation 3:19 "Before I was afflicted I went astray, but now I obey your word." Psalms 119:67 "It was good for me to be afflicted so that I might learn your decrees!" Psalm 119:71 "I kn... Read More
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Has God Forgotten To Be Gracious?
Has God Forgotten to Be Gracious? James Smith The variations in the Christian's experience are often very perplexing, especially to the young Christian. Both in providence and grace, things occur the very opposite to what he expected . He forgets that he is to walk by faith — and not by sight; and t... Read More
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The Wise Choice!
The Wise Choice! James Smith "Mary has chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her." Luke 10:42 Even Christians do not always choose wisely — but Mary did. We often manifest our folly in our preference — but she displayed her wisdom. She chose to sit at the feet of Jesus as a humbl... Read More
James Smith
Whose Slave Are You?
Whose Slave Are You? James Smith Scripture religion is variously represented. Sometimes it is a glorious privilege — and sometimes a solemn duty . It is in reality, both. A more glorious privilege man cannot enjoy — than to be the adopted child of God; a more solemn duty cannot devolve on a creature... 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.