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“There are times when solitude is better than society, and silence is wiser than speech. We should be better Christians if we were more alone, waiting upon God, and gathering through meditation on His Word spiritual strength for labour in his service. We ought to muse upon the things of God, because we thus get the real nutriment out of them. . . . Why is it that some Christians, although they hear many sermons, make but slow advances in the divine life? Because they neglect their closets, and do not thoughtfully meditate on God's Word. They love the wheat, but they do not grind it; they would have the corn, but they will not go forth into the fields to gather it; the fruit hangs upon the tree, but they will not pluck it; the water flows at their feet, but they will not stoop to drink it. From such folly deliver us, O Lord. . . .” ― Charles Spurgeon “Our anxiety does not empty tomorrow of its sorrows, but only empties today of its strengths.” ― C. H. Spurgeon “Hope itself is like a star- not to be seen in the sunshine of prosperity, and only to be discovered in the night of adversity.” ― Charles Haddon Spurgeon “If sinners be damned, at least let them leap to Hell over our dead bodies. And if they perish, let them perish with our arms wrapped about their knees, imploring them to stay. If Hell must be filled, let it be filled in the teeth of our exertions, and let not one go unwarned and unprayed for.” ― Charles Spurgeon “A Bible that’s falling apart usually belongs to someone who isn’t.” ― Charles Spurgeon “Visit many good books, but live in the Bible.” ― Charles Spurgeon “When your will is God's will, you will have your will.” ― Charles Spurgeon https://www.goodreads.com/author/quotes/2876959.Charles_Haddon_Spurgeon (Philippians 2:13, KJV)    |
“Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.” (John 16:13, KJV) --------------------------------------------- All humans have this need to know the Truth, that lasts their lasting quest. Confusion sets in deep, I trow, when buffeted by each new test. The many forms of hurt received when, as a child, we seek to trust. Despite they do, we feel deceived when childlike faith's reduced to dust. 'Tis here where some with nothing left reject the whole of spirit life. Where Hope is pummeled and bereft, internal workings know just strife. But others know "When less is all, the Truth is found in agony. I may not see the final call, but when it comes, Forever Free." So many truths, throughout the world, confuse the hearts of those who hear. The Banner sought will be unfurled when God in Wisdom makes it clear. Doth God Alone show Mercy's Choice? Do humans have something to do? Do Bible writers speak their voice? Or Holy Spirit each word True? The search for Truth oft causeth row, 'tween words seen writ and meaning dark. Our peace of heart in saddest bow doth paint the gale and shattered barque. The woods of trees, the misty path, the eyes made dim by fleeing sun. The Guide our need, the Way He hath, our Hope wrapped in The Living Son. by Jay O’Toole on June 19th, 2025   |
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