According to Michael Ward (author of Planet Narnia) Psalm 19 was one of C. S. Lewis' favorite Scriptures: Lewis described Psalm 19 as the greatest poem in the book of Psalms and one of the greatest lyrics in the entire world. The apostle Paul quotes Psalm 19 and says that what the heavens speak is "the word of Christ" … [Read more...]
William Gurnall A Strong Tower
William Gurnall A Strong Tower: this prayer is taken from Tim Chester’s “Into His Presence—Praying with the Puritans.” Lord, I am hunted with such a temptation and dogged with such a lust that either you must pardon it, or I am damned; either you must mortify it, or I shall be a slave to it. Take me into the … [Read more...]
Puritan Samuel Rutherford’s Letters
Puritan Samuel Rutherford's Letters have been an inspiration to many during his lifetime. Even the great Charles Spurgeon drew from the Rutherford well: ‘When we are dead and gone let the world know that Spurgeon held Rutherford’s Letters to be the nearest thing to inspiration which can be found in all the writings of … [Read more...]
Revive our Hearts and Nations
May the Lord revive our hearts and nations! Of course, this won’t occur until the Father sends his Son to take dominion. This is why we pray the Lord’s Prayer, “May your kingdom come; may your will be done on this earth as it is in heaven.” May revival come into our individual hearts and flow into the church at … [Read more...]
Psalm 121: The LORD Watches Over You
Psalm 121: The LORD Watches Over You. He is the Helper of all those who seek Him. A Song of Ascents 1 I will lift up my eyes to the hills - From whence comes my help? 2 My help comes from the LORD, Who made heaven and earth. 3 He will not allow your foot to be moved; He who keeps you will not … [Read more...]
God’s Everlasting Kindness: Psalm 136
God's everlasting kindness - Psalm 136 is made up of twenty six verses. Each line reminds us that God's lovingkindness is everlasting. The popular ESV puts it this way: his steadfast love endures forever. Through the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, the author of the Psalm drives home the clear message of God's … [Read more...]
Psalm 13 – How Long, O Lord?
Have you ever cried David's words from Psalm 13 - How long, O Lord? Does God ever seem distant, as if He's not listening to you? Often I feel that way! It might be health concerns, depression or financial worries. Depending on where you live in this world, it could even be oppression and persecution. Well we're … [Read more...]
A Prayer Suggestion from Charles Spurgeon
Here is a prayer suggestion from Charles Spurgeon. I don't offer any apology for bringing Spurgeon up once again. He's been a great help to me. In fact I find when I skimp on his devotionals I feel a backwards slide in my spiritual life. Spurgeon understood despair, despondency and backsliding, and knew its remedy … [Read more...]
Why Should We Praise God?
Why Should We Praise God? According to Puritan George Swinnock - if God is incomparable we must praise Him for His incomparable excellencies. The Westminster Confession of Faith tells us that the chief end of man is to glorify God [a] and enjoy Him forever [b]. The texts cited are the following: [a]. Ps. 86:9; Isa. … [Read more...]
Today’s Inspiration – S is for Shepherd
Today’s Inspiration – S is for Shepherd The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want. Psalm 23:1 I have to confess, when I was an atheist and even a new Christian, this verse confused me. But then I realized that the speaker's not saying "The Lord is my shepherd, but I don't want him." Instead, he means that … [Read more...]
