• “How different the world would look, how different the state of our nation would be, if there were more sanctified priestly souls! These are souls who have the power to bless, for they intercede with sanctified hearts. They never begin their daily time of intercessory prayer without having first brought to the cross all that is unholy in their lives, so that their old self can be crucified there with Jesus, the sacrificial Lamb.” – Basilea Schlink

Joy and Strength 11/20

The Lord will lighten my darkness.
2 Sam. xxii. 29.

Upon whom doth not His light arise?
Job XXV. 3.

Hope, then, though woes be doubled,
Hope, and be undismayed;
Let not thy heart be troubled.
Nor let it be afraid.
This prison where thou art.
Thy God will break it soon.
And flood with light thy heart
In His own blessed noon.
Paul Gerhardt.

A CHRISTIAN may for many days together see neither sun nor star, neither light in God’s countenance, nor light in his own heart, though even at that time God darts some beams through those clouds upon the soul; the soul again by a spirit of faith sees some light through those thickest clouds, enough to keep it from utter despair, though not to settle it in peace. In this dark condition, if they do as St. Paul and his company did, cast anchor even in the dark night of temptation, and pray still for day, God will appear, and all shall clear up, we shall see light without and light within; the day-star will arise in their hearts.
Richard Sibbes.

Share to Google Plus

2 Responses to Joy and Strength 11/20

  • Lisa says:

    Amen. He is faithful. Thank you for your continuing faithfulness is posting these each day. They are a treasure indeed. Are you familiar with Mary Tileston's book, Prayers Ancient and Modern? Another precious gem. If the Lord leads you, may He bless you to undertake this rich daily devotional as well. God bless you, Michelle. Lisa Tyler

    • Michelle says:

      Thank you Lisa. I haven't heard of this book. I thought about doing Oswald Chambers next, but I'll pray about this book instead.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.

  • “How sweet is close, confidential communion with Jesus! How fully we can then unveil all our hearts to Him; disclosing every secret; making known every need; and bringing our hidden enemies, our corruptions, to Him, that He might slay them before our eyes!” – Mary Winslow

Copyrighted works are the property of the copyright holders. All works are shown free of charge for educational purposes only in accordance with fair use guidelines. If we have inadvertently included a copyrighted work that the copyright holder does not wish to be displayed, we will remove it within 48 hours upon notification by the owner or the owner’s legal representative.

Verse of the Day

[Submit to Government] Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God. — Romans 13:1 (NKJV)

Stay Connected

Recent Comments

Return to Homepage