Tag Archives: Charles Spurgeon

the way down is the way up

Posted on November 9, 2017 by Jill

“…true humility in our church relationships will show itself in our being willing to undertake the very lowest offices for Christ…Genuine humility makes a man think it a great honor to be a doorkeeper in the house of God, or … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity | Tagged being like Jesus, Charles Spurgeon, Christian paradox, doorkeeper in house of God, humility, John 13, serving others, speaking a word to a child, The Valley of Vision, the way down is the way up, true humility, washing feet | Leave a comment

God’s care for the wandering and weak

Posted on June 26, 2016 by Jill

He will feed his flock like a shepherd. He will carry the lambs in his arms, holding them close to his heart. He will gently lead the mother sheep with their young. Isaiah 40:11 Do you feel weak in faith? … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Faith, God | Tagged anxiety, Charles Spurgeon, Christianity, discouragement, God as Shepherd, God's care, hopelessness, Isaiah 40:11, Morning and Evening, Rosa Bonheur, weakness | Leave a comment

not farewell, only goodnight

Posted on June 23, 2015 by Jill

This past week many of us mourned the death, even as we celebrated the life, of Elisabeth Elliot. And now, in my city, friends I know are grieving the sudden death of a dear friend and co-worker. As I’ve mourned these … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Faith, God | Tagged Archibald Brown, Charles Spurgeon, Charleston S.C., Christian death, Christian hope, Christian sisters and brothers, Elisabeth Elliot, Emanuel A.M.E. Church, eulogy, life after death | 2 Comments

that monster unbelief

Posted on December 1, 2014 by Jill

The Spies with the Grapes of the Promised Land by Nicolas Poussin A single cluster of grapes so heavy they have to carry it on a pole between them — so rich is the harvest of the land God promises … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Faith, God | Tagged belief, Charles Spurgeon, faith, God's promises, grumbling, Israel, monster of unbelief, Nicolas Poussin, Numbers 13, Numbers 14, Promised Land, trusting God, unbelief | 1 Comment

even to your old age

Posted on September 14, 2014 by Jill

“Even to your old age I am He, and to gray hairs I will carry you. I have made, and I will bear; I will carry and will save.” (Isaiah 46: 4) “…when you were a strong young man, you … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Faith, God | Tagged aging, Albert Anker, Augustus Toplady, Charles Spurgeon, God's faithfulness, grace, Grandfather's prayer, hope, Isaiah 46:4, old age, Rock of Ages, trusting God, youth | 3 Comments

kiss the wave

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Jill

I have learned to kiss the wave that throws me against the Rock of Ages. In his inimitable way, Spurgeon speaks life-fortifying truth. Truth we need to have settled into the deepest recesses of our being — truth for days … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, God | Tagged Charles Spurgeon, Christ the Rock, Jesus, kiss the wave, need, pain, purpose in suffering, Rock of Ages, sorrows, trials, uncertainty, wave, Winslow Homer | 2 Comments

A twisted crown of thorns

Posted on April 17, 2014 by Jill

“Then Pilate took Jesus and flogged him. And the soldiers twisted together a crown of thorns and put it on his head and arrayed him in a purple robe. They came up to him, saying, ‘Hail, King of the Jews!’ … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Faith, God, Jesus | Tagged Charles Spurgeon, crown of thorns, crucifixion, Easter, Jesus, John 19:1-5, King of the Jews, Morning and Evening, Pilate | Leave a comment

Every particle of spray and rosebud and hair

Posted on January 9, 2014 by Jill

Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? And not one of them is forgotten before God. Why, even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not; you are of more value than many sparrows. (Luke 12:6-7) I believe … Continue reading →