Monthly Archives: October 2015

“Of all our misapprehensions, the most baseless and most pernicious is, that God does not care much about us, and that we have not much to look for from Him.” William Garden Blaikie (1820-1899)

“We cannot conceive how many of God’s kind counsels have been concerning us; how many good turns he has done us; and what variety of mercies we have received from him…We cannot conceive the multitude of God’s compassions which are … Continue reading →

“All created powers are as nothing in comparison with the exceeding power of God.” Thomas Goodwin (1600-1679)

“Cast not away your confidence because God defers his performances. Though providences run cross, though they move backwards and forwards, you have a sure and faithful word to rely upon. Promises, though they be for a time seemingly delayed, cannot … Continue reading →

“The infinite justice of God being offended by sin, required an infinite satisfaction, an infinite price to be paid into its hands, for redemption and deliverance; and to which no price was adequate, but the precious blood of Christ.” John … Continue reading →

“The fruit of patience is not found after one affliction or two, but after we are exercised and acquainted with them: the yoke after a while beginneth to be well settled, and by much bearing, we learn to bear with … Continue reading →

“A perfect rectitude we cannot have in any way in this world; in every calling there are some inevitable temptations.” John Donne (1572-1631)

“If the Lord Jesus possesses all power in heaven and earth, then none can successfully resist His will.” Arthur W. Pink (1886-1952)

“We must therefore conclude that it is impossible for men to believe, unless it be given them from above.” John Calvin (1509-1564)

“That we should have a place in the affectionate regard and tender effective love of the great Lord, is much. That we should have forgiveness for all our sins, is almost too much for belief.” Joseph Augustus Seiss (1823)