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| 1. | A Deathbed Convesion by a Dream |
| Suggested By Hearing Of One Who Was Converted On His Deathbed By A Dream. |
| 2. | Alone With Jesus |
| (Road John 8:1-11 1 Jesus went unto the mount of Olives. 2 And early in the morning he came again into the temple, and all the people came unto him; and he sat down, and taught them. 3 And the scribes and Pharisees brought unto him a woman taken in adultery; and when they had set her in the midst, 4 They say unto him, Master, this woman was taken in adultery, in the very act. 5 Now Moses in the law commanded us, that such should be stoned: but what sayest thou? 6 This they said, tempting him, that they might have to accuse him. But Jesus stooped down, and with his finger wrote on the ground, as though he heard them not. 7 So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her. 8 And again he stooped down, and wrote on the ground. 9 And they which heard it, being convicted by their own conscience, went out one by one, beginning at the eldest, even unto the last: and Jesus was left alone, and the woman standing in the midst. 10 When Jesus had lifted up himself, and saw none but the woman, he said unto her, Woman, where are those thine accusers? hath no man condemned thee? 11 She said, No man, Lord. And Jesus said unto her, Neither do I condemn thee: go, and sin no more. (John 8:1-11).) |
| 3. | Arrow From the Quiver of God, An |
| A lady was once distributing tracts on board a steam-packet; and, amongst others, she handed one to a gentleman. She passed along the deck, and as she returned she was deeply pained to see him tear the tract in fragments and fling it overboard. She simply said, as she walked |
| 4. | Blessed Home, The |
| 5. | Blood Which Speaks, The |
| Unseen by human eye, Abel fell—the anger of Cain had spent itself upon its victim—the earth was stained with human gore, and the only tongue, as Cain doubtless thought, that could have witnessed against him was motionless beside him. Death, which entered the world by sin, now received its first |
| 6. | Child of God Must Walk Alone |
| 7. | Christ Died! Then I Am Clean: Not a Spot Within |
| God's mercy and love! "not a cloud above:" |
| 8. | Christian's Hope, Meditations on the |
| 9. | Christian's Hope, Meditations on the: The Appearing in Glory |
| The Appearing In Glory. |
| 10. | Christian's Hope, Meditations on the: The Order of Events |
| THE ORDER OF EVENTS. |
| 11. | Christian's Warfare, Meditations on the |
| In thy further Meditations, Ο my soul, on the Christian's " Vocation" there is yet one department which thou wilt do well duly to consider; namely—The Christian's Warfare." Rare qualities are needed in warriors, and great honors are heaped on the victorious: but who praises the coward? |
| 12. | Christian's Warfare, Meditations on the |
| The Wars In Canaan Under Joshua. |
| 13. | Christian's Warfare, Meditations on the |
| " Wherefore take unto you the whole armor of God, that ye may he able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand." Here the apostle repeats the exhortation of verse 11. His own mind is deeply impressed with the frightful array of our foes. |
| 14. | Christian's Warfare, Meditations on the |
| The second piece of armor commended to the christian soldier is the breastplate, and the metal it is to be made of is righteousness—practical righteousness, blameless conduct, a holy walk with God. This gives courage in the day of battle. It would matter little what else the christian warrior |
| 15. | Christian's Warfare, Meditations on the |
| We now come to the third piece of armor in the Christian's panoply. " And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace." This part of the armor distinctly refers to the Christian's walk. He is to go forth in peace—shod with peace; and yet he is |
| 16. | Christian's Warfare, Meditations on the: The Helmet of Salvation |
| (Eph. 6:10-18 10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. 13 Wherefore take unto you the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. 14 Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; 15 And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; 16 Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. 17 And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: 18 Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; (Ephesians 6:10-18).) |
| 17. | Christian's Warfare, Meditations on the: The Shield of Faith |
| Another piece, and another kind of armor, is now introduced—the shield of faith. It is for defensive warfare. It defends the soul from the assaults of the enemy. The first three parts, as we have seen, relate to the spiritual condition of the Christian's own soul, and to his |
| 18. | Christian's Warfare, Meditations on the: The Sword of the Spirit |
| The Sword Of The Spirit. |
| 19. | Christ's Recall |
| 20. | Church History, Short Papers on |
| The Romans professed to tolerate all religions, from which the commonwealth had nothing to fear. This was their boasted liberality. Even the Jews were allowed to live according to their own laws. What was it then, we may well ask, that could have caused all their severity to the Christians? |
| 21. | Church History, Short Papers on |
| The Martyrdom of Ignatius |
| 22. | Church History, Short Papers on |
| But here we must pause for a little, and look around us. There is something deeper far in the change of government towards the Church than the merely historical eye can discern. We believe that we are now come to the close of the FIRST PERIOD and the opening of |
| 23. | Church History, Short Papers on |
| The behavior of the venerable bishop of Smyrna, in view of his martyrdom, was most christian and noble in its bearing. He was prepared and ready for Ids persecutors, without being rash or imprudent, as some at times, through excitement, had been. When he heard the shouts of the people, |
| 24. | Church History, Short Papers on |
| In tracing the silver line of God's grace in His beloved people, we have now to notice a report which was widely spread among the Christians after the beginning of the third century. It occurred towards the close of the reign of Aurelius, and led him, it is said, |
| 25. | Church History, Short Papers on |
| Ignatius, in the course of his journey from Antioch to Rome,* wrote seven epistles. One to the Ephesians, Magnesians, Trallians, Romans, Philadelphians, Smyrneans, and one to his friend Polycarp. Being written on the eve of his martyrdom, and with great earnestness and vehemence, and having been the disciple and friend |
| 26. | Church History, Short Papers on |
| It may be only fair to suppose that those good men, by whose means a new order of things was brought into the Church, and the free ministry of the Holy Spirit in the members of the body excluded, had the welfare of the Church at heart. It is evident |
| 27. | Church History, Short Papers on |
| Chapter 10. |
| 28. | Church History, Short Papers on |
| After the death of Septimus Severus—except during the short reign of Maximin—the Church enjoyed a season of comparative peace till the reign of Decius, a.d. 249. But during the favorable reign of Alexander Severus, a considerable change took place in the relation of Christianity to society. He was through life |
| 29. | Church History, Short Papers on |
| The Martyrdom of Cyprian Under Valerian |
| 30. | Church History, Short Papers on |
| The Acts of Dioclesian and the Close of the Smyrnean Period |
| 31. | Church History, Short Papers on |
| Not long after the first edict had been carried into execution throughout the empire, rumors of insurrections in Armenia and Syria, regions densely peopled with Christians, reached the emperor's ears. These troubles were falsely attributed to the Christians, and afforded a pretext for a second edict. It was intimated that |
| 32. | Correspondence |
| 1. "Ε. Μ.," Kentish Town. We dare not attempt to pronounce a judgment in such a case as you name. Speaking generally, we quite believe that a child seven years old, with sound mental faculties, is responsible, according to the measure of light and religious privilege enjoyed. As to the |
| 33. | Correspondence |
| 10. " C," London. We most cordially agree with all you say as to the importance, yea the absolute necessity, of all the teachers in the Sunday school being, not only converted, but also subject, in all things, to the authority of God's word, and the guidance of the Holy |
| 34. | Correspondence |
| 19. " S. Μ.," Stowmarket. It is possible the papers on " Job and his Friends" may yet appear in a separate form. The good Lord will guide. |
| 35. | Correspondence |
| 28. " S. Ε. Β.," London. 1 Cor. 16:20 20 All the brethren greet you. Greet ye one another with an holy kiss. (1 Corinthians 16:20) simply exhorts Christians to salute one another in holy love. The form of salutation may vary according to our national habits; but holiness and love must ever be the characteristics. What we want is spirit and power, whatever be |
| 36. | Correspondence |
| 40. "A.," London. We can only render unfeigned thanks to God for the good tidings of your Sunday School. May the blessed work prosper abundantly! The monthly prayer meeting and the conference over the word are of the utmost possible importance. We feel assured that if the superintendent and the |
| 37. | Correspondence |
| 50. "C. G. Μ." In Exod. 24 the ciders saw "the God of Israel," who was pleased to take a form in which He could show Himself to man. But John 1:18 18 No man hath seen God at any time; the only begotten Son, which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him. (John 1:18), and 1 Tim. 6:1616 Who only hath immortality, dwelling in the light which no man can approach unto; whom no man hath seen, nor can see: to whom be honor and power everlasting. Amen. (1 Timothy 6:16) refer to God, in His eternal essence. No mortal could see |
| 38. | Correspondence |
| 67. "A Young Inquirer," London. Col. 2:9 9 For in him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily. (Colossians 2:9) sets forth the grand foundation truth of the essential Deity of our Lord Jesus Christ. We repeat, His Deity, and not merely His divinity. It is worthy of note that this is the only instance in the entire New Testament |
| 39. | Correspondence |
| 74. "Α. Β. C." Scripture never says that Christ bore the sins of the world. We read, "Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world." (John 1:29 29 The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world. (John 1:29).) And again, " He is the propitiation for the whole world." (1 John 2:22 And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world. (1 John 2:2).) |
| 40. | Correspondence |
| 85. " Η. Τ.," Plymouth. We have replied to a somewhat similar question in our July Correspondence. |
| 41. | Correspondence |
| 94. " C. C. F. A." The parcel which you so kindly sent has come safely to hand. Accept our best thanks. |
| 42. | Correspondence |
| 100. " D. Η.," Near Stroud. Thanks for your note and lines. You had better apply to Mr. Morrish direct for the desired information. We cannot supply it. |
| 43. | Father's Training, The |
| 44. | Forsaken One, The |
| There is an utterance, in the twenty second Psalm, of deep and marvelous import—a sentence to which there is no parallel in the volume of God. It is this, " My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?" Never, we may safely say, was there such a question |
| 45. | Gideon and His Companions: Part 1 |
| (Judg. 6—viii.) |
| 46. | Gideon and His Companions: Part 2 |
| Part 2 |
| 47. | Gideon and His Companions: Part 3 |
| Part 3 |
| 48. | Gideon and His Companions: Part 4 |
| Part 4 |
| 49. | Gideon and His Companions: Part 5 |
| Part 5 |
| 50. | Gideon and His Companions: Part 6 |
| Part 6 |
| 51. | Gideon and His Companions: Part 7 |
| Part 7 |
| 52. | Give the Christian to the Lion |
| Lines on the Martyrdom of a Roman Centurion. |
| 53. | Glory of His Grace, The |
| 54. | Glory of That Light, The |
| I was journeying in the noontide, When His light shone o'er my road -And I saw Him in that glory -Saw Him—Jesus, Son of God. All around, in noonday splendor, Earthly scenes lay fair and bright—· But my eyes no longer see them For the glory of that light. |
| 55. | God Did It |
| In our last month's issue we gave the substance of a conversation between "little Theodore," and his brother, on the subject of the Lord's coming; we shall now furnish our readers with a striking reply given by the same dear child to his mamma, on the subject of the atonement. |
| 56. | God Preaching Peace |
| " The word which God sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ: he is Lord of all." Acts 10.'36. |
| 57. | Going Home |
| 58. | He Is a Path, if Any Be Misled |
| He is a robe, if any naked be. |
| 59. | John the Baptist |
| It is not our object, in the following pages, to dwell upon the ministry of the Baptist; nor yet upon the place which he filled in the history of God's dealings with Israel, deeply interesting as all this might be, and profitable too, inasmuch as his ministry was at once |
| 60. | Lines Occasioned by Heavy Domestic Troubles |
| 61. | Magnet, The |
| We remember once hearing a very interesting account of a conversation between two little boys, on the subject of the Lord's coming. They had just been put to bed, and ere their kind attendant had left the room, she overheard the conversation which, in substance, we now relate. |
| 62. | Malachi and Jude, The Closing Scenes of |
| In comparing these two inspired writings, we find many points of similarity, and many points of contrast. Both the prophet and apostle portray scenes of ruin, corruption, and apostasy. The former is occupied with the ruin of Judaism; the latter with the ruin of Christendom. The prophet Malachi, in his |
| 63. | March! |
| 64. | My Beloved Is Mine and I Am His |
| 65. | Peter on the Water |
| (Read Matt. 14:22-33 22 And straightway Jesus constrained his disciples to get into a ship, and to go before him unto the other side, while he sent the multitudes away. 23 And when he had sent the multitudes away, he went up into a mountain apart to pray: and when the evening was come, he was there alone. 24 But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary. 25 And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea. 26 And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; and they cried out for fear. 27 But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid. 28 And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me come unto thee on the water. 29 And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water, to go to Jesus. 30 But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me. 31 And immediately Jesus stretched forth his hand, and caught him, and said unto him, O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt? 32 And when they were come into the ship, the wind ceased. 33 Then they that were in the ship came and worshipped him, saying, Of a truth thou art the Son of God. (Matthew 14:22-33).) |
| 66. | Philadelphians |
| 67. | Place of Danger and the Place of Peace, The |
| We remember meeting somewhere a very striking incident which occurred on one of those vast and trackless prairies which abound on the continent of America. A party of travelers were making their journey under the conduct of an experienced guide, when suddenly they perceived him halting and looking very anxiously |
| 68. | Stephen |
| (Acts 7:55-60 55 But he, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up stedfastly into heaven, and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing on the right hand of God, 56 And said, Behold, I see the heavens opened, and the Son of man standing on the right hand of God. 57 Then they cried out with a loud voice, and stopped their ears, and ran upon him with one accord, 58 And cast him out of the city, and stoned him: and the witnesses laid down their clothes at a young man's feet, whose name was Saul. 59 And they stoned Stephen, calling upon God, and saying, Lord Jesus, receive my spirit. 60 And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And when he had said this, he fell asleep. (Acts 7:55-60).) |
| 69. | Suretyship of Jesus, The |
| 70. | Thou Art Home at Last |
| Thou art home at last, each waymark past, |
| 71. | Three Good Things to Learn |
| We lately met with an old man, in the West of England, whose case interested us not a little. For forty-five years he had never entered any place of religious instruction. He was, however, induced by a friend to come under the sound of the gospel; and, on the very |
| 72. | Wait on the Lord |
| 73. | Watchers, The |