Confession in Prayer
Little Georgie was a boy only about five years old. He was trying to love Jesus and be a good boy. He was one of God’s jewels; but there was a speck in it. Georgie’s fault was that he would … Continued
Overcoming Anger
Edward Norton was a good Christian boy. He was one of God’s jewels. But there was quite a big speck on this jewel. He had a bad temper. A little thing would often make him very angry. He was fond … Continued
The Elements of Family Worship
Primarily the elements available to the father (or head of the household) as he leads family worship are the same as those found in weekly public worship. At a minimum these three are most essential and should always be included: … Continued
God Hears Prayer
One bitter cold night, in the winter of 1873, a Christian widow living in Connecticut was in great distress. Her money was all gone, and she had nothing with which to get food for her family the next day. She … Continued
Never Too Busy
St. Francis of Assisi was once very much occupied with some important work, and he gave orders to his attendants that he must on no account be disturbed. If anyone came desiring to see him, that one must be sent … Continued
Winning Souls
Perhaps the strongest love of a Christian friend is that which impels him to speak to another of his Saviour. Gypsy Smith says that when he was converted he immediately became anxious for the conversion of his uncle. Among gypsies … Continued
Prayer Before Sleeping
In a Northern hospital a little girl was to undergo a dangerous operation. She was placed upon the table and the surgeon was about to give her ether. “Before we can make you well, we must put you to sleep.” … Continued
The Influence of Family Worship
Family Worship increases the spirit of reverence for God and His Word. Children copy their parents’ spirit and example. If parents begin the day by invoking God’s blessing, by consecrating the early hour to His service, they show their estimate … Continued
Access to the King
The story is told of a king who was in his throne room, holding a council with his advisers, noblemen, and high ministers of state. Suddenly there was a bang and a clatter at the door of the throne room. … Continued
Expectant Faith
During a time of great drought, the Scottish preacher Dr. Guthrie prayed for rain in the morning service. As he went to church in the afternoon, his daughter, Mary, said, “Here is the umbrella, Papa.” “What do we need it … Continued