matthew-10:39

Direction Second. The nature of the War, and character of the Assailants. 'For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities and powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places' (Eph. 6:12). The Words are coupled to the prece... Read More

Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:10 We are now come to the last beatitude: Blessed are they which are persecuted . . '. Our Lord Christ would have us reckon the cost. Which of you intending to build a tower sitteth not down ... Read More

Deliverance from the Power of Darkness Preached at North Street Chapel, Stanford, on May 2, 1851, by J. C. Philpot "Giving thanks unto the Father, who has made us fit to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light. For he has delivered us from the power of darkness, and has translated us ... Read More

The Cross and SELF Arthur Pink "Then said Jesus unto His disciples—If any will come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me." Matthew 16:24 Before developing the theme of this verse, let us comment on its terms. "If any": the duty enjoined is for all who would join Chris... Read More

GIVING James Smith The very title of this piece will be enough for some. "There is no end to giving," they will say; "we are tired of appeals! Write on some other subject!" No! this is our subject—this is our present theme. But before entering upon it, let us ask the complainer , Are you tired of re... Read More