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H.J. Vine

The Christ of God

H.J. VineLuke 9:20; John 1:41; Ephesians 1:15-23, 3:17; Romans 9:4 You will have gathered from the Scriptures I have read that our subject is to be “The Christ of God.” We must distinguish His title as “The Christ” from other titles, such as “Lord.” He is, we are told in Scripture, made both “Lord” and “Chri... Read More
H.J. Vine

The Riches of the Glory of this Mystery”

H.J. VineColossians 1:27 We are told that God would make known to us the riches of the glory of the mystery, and we are therefore definitely encouraged to seek by the Spirit to apprehend somewhat of the costly treasures of wisdom and knowledge which are graciously stored up for us in this, and which await th... Read More
H.J. Vine

The Saving of the Soul

H.J. Vine“Them that believe to the saving of the soul” (Hebrews 10:39). “Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your souls” (1 Peter 1:9). There is far more in the expression “the saving of the soul” than safety from the eternal judgment of God, which must surely be meted out to the wicked. S... Read More
Mary Wilder Tileston

Meeting God Daily

Mary Wilder TilestonTherefore wait ye upon me, saith the Lord. Zephaniah 3:8 That you might be filled with all the fulness of God. Ephesians 3:19 What is our work when God a blessing would impart? To bring the empty vessel of a needy heart. RICHARD CHENEVIX TRENCH In praying, we are often occupied with ourselves, with ... Read More
Mary Wilder Tileston

Strong in Christ

Mary Wilder TilestonStrengthened with might by His Spirit in the inner man; that Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith. EPHESIANS 3:16,17 MAY we not only be delivered from the outward act or word that grieves Thee, but may the very springs of our nature be purified! F. B. MEYER TAKE the last transient swell of petty... Read More
Smith Wigglesworth

Exceedingly above all you can ask or think

Smith WigglesworthRead Ephesians 3 carefully. This is a lovely chapter on Paul’s mission to the Gentiles. God has grafted us (Gentiles) in. In other ages it was not made known that the Gentiles should be fellow-heirs, whereof he was made a minister by the effectual working of His power. This power in Paul wrought a v... Read More
Smith Wigglesworth

Precious Faith (1)

Smith WigglesworthGod will do great things for us if we are prepared to receive them from Him. We are dull of comprehension because we let the cares of this world blind our eyes, but if we keep open to God, He has a greater plan for us in the future than we have seen or ever have dreamed about in the past. It is God’... Read More
Thomas Watson

A Treatise Concerning Meditation

Thomas WatsonA Christian on the Mount A Treatise Concerning Meditation By Thomas Watson "His delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night." Psalm 1:2 Having led you through the Chamber of Delight in my previous discourse, I will now bring you into the Withdrawing Room of Meditatio... Read More
Thomas Watson

Body of Practical Divinity

Thomas WatsonBody of Practical Divinity By Thomas Watson CHOICE EXCERPTS Mirror and fountain The Scripture is a mirror to show us our sins; Christ's blood is a fountain to wash them away. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ A lamp for my feet "Teach me Your ways, O Lord, that I may live according to Your truth!" Psalm 86:11 Let us lead... Read More
Thomas Watson

Heart Purity

Thomas WatsonHeart Purity By Thomas Watson "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God." Matthew 5:8 The holy God, who is 'of purer eyes than to behold iniquity' calls here for heart-purity, and to such as are adorned with this jewel, he promises a glorious and beatific vision of himself: 'they shall ... Read More

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