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Our Faithful Friend and Companion George Mylne, 1862 What is friendship without companionship? The chief benefit of a friend is that he is our companion too. What a delicate thing is companionship, in the full meaning of the word — the companionship of heart and mind! It is not to be bought with gol... Read More

Prayer Vanquishing Enemies William Nicholson, 1862 "When I cry unto you, then shall my enemies turn back; this I know, for God is for me." Psalm 56:9 In the time of danger, it is a great privilege to have a refuge . David had this, and so have all true Christians. "God is our refuge and strength, an... Read More

The Fullness of Christ William Nicholson, 1862 "For it pleased the Father that in him should all fullness dwell." Colossians 1:19 In the preceding verses, the Apostle asserts the Deity of Christ, as an essential qualification for the discharge of his mediatorial office. It must ever afford cause of ... Read More

The Doctrine of Mortification (Arthur Pink, 1952) "For if you live according to the flesh you will die; but if by the Spirit you mortify the deeds of the body, you will live." Romans 8:13 1. Introduction It is the studied judgment of this writer, and he is by no means alone therein, that doctrinal p... Read More

Christ as Prophet Priest and King Arthur Pink The general office with which our Redeemer was invested by His Father is that of Mediator between God and men. To discharge that great office, it was necessary that He become incarnate, that He should take into union with His divine person a holy and per... Read More

Strange Fire! Arthur Pink How much "strange fire" there is in the religious world today, far more so than is generally realized. Fire which has not been authorized by God: fire which has not been kindled by a coal from off His altar: fire which is not sustained by the oil of the Spirit. And therefor... Read More

THE BEST FRIEND! J.C. Ryle, 1878 "Yes, He is altogether lovely. This is my Beloved, and this is my FRIEND!" Song of Solomon 5:16 "The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and you say: Here is a glutton and a drunkard, a FRIEND of tax collectors and sinners!" Luke 7:34 A friend is one of the greatest... Read More

Surely I am with you always! James Smith, 1859 "Surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." Matthew 28:20 As the traveler provides for his journey, and the mariner provides for his voyage — so should the believer provide for the unknown future. We know not what a day may bring forth. A... Read More

The Soul's Malady and Cure by Thomas Watson "It is not the healthy who need a doctor — but the sick ." Luke 5:31 The occasion of the words is set down in the context. Levi was called from the receipt of taxes (he was a tax collector); but Christ called him, and there went out power with the Word, su... Read More

The Loveliness of Christ by Thomas Watson "Yes! He is altogether lovely! This is my Beloved, this my Friend!" Song of Solomon 5:16 In this book, which is a divine marriage song , are all the strains of holy love set forth in the purest allegories and metaphors, such as represent that dear affection ... Read More