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Monthly Archives: February 2012
He that answereth a matter before he heareth it
He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him (Proverbs 18:13). Men pique themselves upon their penetration and quickness of discernment, and to display this talent, are often too hasty to give their … Continue reading
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Pull me out of the net
“Pull me out of the net that they have laid privily for me: for Thou art my strength” (Psalm 31:4). Our spiritual foes are of the serpent’s brood, a and seek to ensnare us by subtlety. The prayer before us … Continue reading
Posted in Mercy, Prayer
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Thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night
“Thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night” (Psalm 91:5). What is this terror? It may be the cry of fire, or the noise of thieves, or fancied appearances, or the shriek of sudden sickness or death. We … Continue reading
Posted in Faith, Protection, Trust
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Treasures of wickedness profit nothing
Treasures of wickedness profit nothing…(Proverbs 10:2). Ill-gotten riches are called treasures of wickedness. It is an opinion generally held by men, that riches, in whatever way procured, will do them great service. If, therefore, they cannot come at the possession … Continue reading
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Where no counsel is, the people fall
Where no counsel is, the people fall; but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety (Proverbs 11:14). In our private concerns it is dangerous to trust our own wisdom, and it is our interest to advise with wise and … Continue reading
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A tale-bearer revealeth secrets
A tale-bearer revealeth secrets; but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter (Proverbs 11:13). Much of our wisdom lies in the prudent choice of friends. A well-chosen friend sweetens the present life, and assists us in our … Continue reading
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These all died in faith
These all died in faith (Hebrews 11:13). Behold the epitaph of all those blessed saints who fell asleep before the coming of our Lord! It matters nothing how else they died, whether of old age, or by violent means; this … Continue reading
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A bruised reed shall He not break
“A bruised reed shall He not break, and smoking flax shall He not quench (Matthew 12:20).” What is weaker than the bruised reed or the smoking flax? A reed that groweth in the fen or marsh, let but the wild … Continue reading
Posted in Love, Mercy
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Who went about doing good
“Who went about doing good (Acts 10:38).” Few words, but yet an exquisite miniature of the Lord Jesus Christ. There are not many touches, but they are the strokes of a master’s pencil. Of the Saviour and only of the … Continue reading
Posted in Conduct, Love, Mercy, Obedience
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For thou shall heap coals of fire upon his head
For thou shall heap coals of fire upon his head, and the Lord shall reward thee (Proverbs 25:22). It is said to be a custom to this day among the Arabians, to cure some diseases, by the application of burning … Continue reading
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