Moments For You

“I sought the Lord, and He heard me, and delivered me from all my fears” (Psalm 34:4). There are many things in such a world as ours which can bring fear into human hearts—fear of want, fear of war, fear of rejection, and a multitude of others. Some fears are... Read more →

I shall never forget the day when I first perceived the meaning of that word “justified.” Some time after I had confessed Jesus Christ as my Lord and Saviour I was walking along thinking of the words, “justified by His grace” when like a flash it came to me—I was... Read more →

Being creatures to whom God has given the power of choice, we all have the opportunity every day to make good and bad choices in matters large and small. Big & Small Choices What is a big choice? What is a small choice? Does God care which route we take... Read more →

"O My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from Me: nevertheless, not as I will, but as Thou wilt" (Matthew 26:39). Every man who has come to the point where he can swallow a bitter cup because he can feel the breath of Christ on it, and... Read more →

Use these Scripture references to look up the answers to the questions in the "Name That Prophet" puzzle. 2 Kings 4:1-7 1 Kings 17:8-16 1 Kings 18:21-39 2 Kings 4:8-37 2 Kings 2:23-25 1 Kings 18:41-46 2 Kings 5:9-14 2 Kings 2:4-8 2 Kings 2:14-18 1 Kings 17:2-6 2 Kings... Read more →

"Let not your heart be troubled!" Jesus says, for He recognizes the severe trials which burden our souls. Those who give counsel for the distressed often do not understand the problems they promise to solve; Christ knows our every sorrow. He was born in a stable and understands the needs... Read more →

"A young man once found a five dollar bill on the street," says William Feather, a well-known writer. "From that time on he never lifted his eyes when walking. In the course of years he accumulated 29,516 buttons, 54,172 pins, twelve cents, a bent back, and a miserly disposition. "He... Read more →

Gleaning in the fields of Boaz, and receiving blessings from his hand, however happy and right, will not give full rest and satisfaction to the heart of either Boaz or Ruth. Love can never be satisfied with gifts, however precious; it must have the giver. Alas! how slow we are... Read more →

By His death and resurrection, Jesus Christ has provided the means whereby every living person can have their sins forgiven and partake of eternal life. In 1 John 1:9 we are assured that "IF we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to... Read more →

Jonathan Edwards, the American theologian, was suddenly converted, as by a flash of light, in the moment of reading a single verse of the New Testament. He was at home in his father's house after some hindrances kept him from going to church one Sunday with the family. A couple... Read more →

Visit the memorial service following any tragedy, and you will most likely hear the song, "Amazing Grace." Its memorable words and soul-stirring tune (especially when performed on bagpipes) have captivated millions, and seem especially suited to times of collective sorrow. "Amazing Grace" is also one of the most-recorded songs in... Read more →

"Whom say ye that I am?" (Matthew 16:15). That question of our Lord's has been declared to be life's most important question. How do you answer it? Who is Jesus? The Muslim would say, "Jesus was a prophet of Allah, but nothing more." A Jehovah's Witness would tell you that... Read more →

“Remember Lot’s wife” (Luke 17:32). What about Lot’s wife? She stands as the everlasting witness of the danger of not obeying the word of the Lord. She is like many souls who would like to be saved, but have not reached the point of safety. The Lord says to such,... Read more →

No Old Testament prophet had more to say about the promised Messiah of Israel than the prophet Isaiah. In a period spanning at least 64 years, Isaiah (whose name means “the salvation of Jehovah”) was God’s spokesman to Israel during the reigns of four kings—Uzziah (or Azariah), Jothan, Ahaz, and... Read more →

“Dost thou believe on the Son of God?” (John 9:35). John 9 gives us the history of a soul passing from poverty and darkness into being a worshiper of the Son of God. Being a worshiper is one of the highest aspects of blessing any soul can know. It means... Read more →