Tag Archives: J.C. Ryle

You are to name him Jesus

Posted on December 11, 2017 by Jill

“She will give birth to a son, and you are to name Him Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.” (Matthew 1:21) “The name Jesus means “Savior.” It is given to our Lord because “He saves His … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity | Tagged consequence of sin, delight to show mercy, guilt of sin, How sweet the name of Jesus sounds, J.C. Ryle, Jesus means Savior, Jesus what a friend for sinners, Matthew 1:21, the name Jesus means | 2 Comments

leave to the Lord Jesus

Posted on August 17, 2017 by Jill

“How would the great work of sanctification go on in a man if he had no trial? Trouble is often the only fire which will burn away the dross that clings to our hearts. Trouble is the pruning-knife which the … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity | Tagged A Storm in the Rocky Mountains, Albert Bierstadt, Holiness, J.C. Ryle, Psalm 107, purpose of suffering, purpose of trials, sanctification, take the Lord on his own terms, trials, winds may howl around you | Leave a comment

no noise made in the world, but loved

Posted on August 7, 2016 by Jill

“There are some true Christians in the world of whom very little is known. The case of Joseph of Arimathea teaches this very plainly. Here is a man named among the friends of Christ, whose very name we never find elsewhere … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Faith, God | Tagged Christianity, J.C. Ryle, James Tissot, Jesus, John 19, Joseph of Arimathea, Nicodemus, Pilate, quiet faith, unknown Christians | Leave a comment

Belief like the wise men

Posted on December 20, 2015 by Jill

“It is not known who these wise men were. Their names and dwelling-place are alike kept back from us. We are only told that they came ‘from the East.’ Whether they were Chaldeans or Arabians we cannot say. Whether they … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Faith, God, Jesus | Tagged birth of Jesus, Christmas, faith, J.C. Ryle, magi, Matthew 2:1-12, three kings, three wise men, who were the wise men, wise men | Leave a comment

the habit of prayer with your children

Posted on October 27, 2015 by Jill

O dear friend, if you love your children, I charge you, do not let the early impression of a habit of prayer slip by. If you train your children to do anything, train them, at least, to have a habit … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Faith, God | Tagged Anna Archer, children, habit of prayer, J.C. Ryle, parenting, Prayer, prayer with my child, training children | 1 Comment

Unsnatchable

Posted on March 16, 2015 by Jill

My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. (John 10:27-28) “… (Jesus) uses a figurative expression … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Faith, God, Jesus | Tagged assurance of salvation, J.C. Ryle, Jesus as Good Shepherd, John 10:27-28, Lord Jesus Christ, My sheep hear my voice, perseverance of the saints, shall never perish, sheep | 2 Comments

shut the door

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Jill

“But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.” (Matthew 6:6) If Jesus pulled away from His crowded … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Faith, God, Jesus | Tagged Bible study, communion with Christ, J.C. Ryle, Mark 1:35, Matthew 6:6, Prayer, private communion, private meditation, professing Christian, spiritual food | Leave a comment

Will today be the day?

Posted on June 18, 2014 by Jill

With sun gleaming through and ocean glinting beneath, towering summer clouds turn my thoughts to other majestic clouds — the clouds of glory that will surround our Lord when He returns to earth. I squint at the dazzling view and … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Faith, Jesus | Tagged clouds of glory, Hebrews 9:28, I Thess 4:16-17, J.C. Ryle, Jesus' return, Matthew 24:29-44, sanctification, second coming of Christ | 1 Comment

Familiar with every line

Posted on April 10, 2014 by Jill

“It would be well if professing Christians in modern days studied the four gospels more than they do. No doubt all scripture is profitable. It is not wise to exalt one part of the Bible at the expense of another. … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Faith, God, Holy Spirit, Jesus | Tagged Bible study, God's word, J.C. Ryle, Jesus Christ's supremacy, scripture, the gospels | 1 Comment

Near the heart of His love

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Jill

A story to turn our eyes upon Jesus. A visual to soften our hearts and absorb our thoughts: “What though you are sometimes perplexed with doubts and fears? What though you find it hard to say whether your faith is … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Faith, God, Jesus | Tagged Christ's work, J.C. Ryle, Jesus Christ, Jesus Christ's supremacy, love for Christ, salvation, sin, steadfast love, the gospel | 1 Comment

Days without sunshine

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Jill

Words of wisdom from J.C. Ryle regarding days of darkness: “… if we know anything of growth in grace, and desire to know more, let us not be surprised if we have to go through much trial and affliction in … Continue reading →