Sir Godfrey Gregg D.Div "Blessed is he, whosoever shall not be offended in me" (Luke 7:23). It is sometimes very difficult not to be offended in Jesus Christ. The offenses may be circumstantial. I find myself in a prison-house--a narrow sphere, a sick chamber, an unpopular position--when I had hoped for wide opportunities. Yes, but … Continue reading DON’T BE OFFENDED
TEMPERED AND TRIED
Sir Godfrey Gregg D.Div "That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises." (Hebrews 6:12). https://youtu.be/igrBCBlsovU They (heroes of faith) are calling to us from the heights that they have won and telling us that what man once did man can do again. Not only do they … Continue reading TEMPERED AND TRIED
AN HOUR IN THE GARDEN
Sir Godfrey Gregg D.Div "He went up into a mountain apart to pray: and when evening was come, he was there alone" (Matthew 14:23). The man Christ Jesus felt the need of perfect solitude--Himself alone, entirely by Himself, alone with Himself. We know how much intercourse with men draws us away from ourselves and exhausts … Continue reading AN HOUR IN THE GARDEN
THE NECESSITY OF TRIALS
Sir Godfrey Gregg D.Div As I have lately been studying, meditating, and teaching on spiritual comfort, questions regarding the reasons for trials and troubles (whether big or small) have repeatedly surfaced. As I have searched out answers, one question has occupied my thoughts more than others: How much does our sinful pride necessitate trials and troubles in … Continue reading THE NECESSITY OF TRIALS
TESTING THROUGH FAITH
Sir Godfrey Gregg D.Div "For we would not, brethren, have you ignorant of our trouble which came to us in Asia, that we were pressed out of measure, above strength, insomuch that we despaired even of life:" (2 Corinthians 1:8). "And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is … Continue reading TESTING THROUGH FAITH
WAITING ON GOD’S TIMING
Sir Godfrey Gregg D.Div "And when forty years were expired, there appeared to him in the wilderness of Mount Sinai an angel of the Lord in a flame of fire in a bush...saying...I have seen the affliction of my people which is in Egypt, and I have heard their groaning, and am come down to … Continue reading WAITING ON GOD’S TIMING
BE SURE OF HIS PROMISES
Sir Godfrey Gregg D.Div "Therefore now, Lord, let the thing that thou hast spoken concerning thy servant and concerning his house be established forever, and do as thou hast said. 24 Let it even be established, that thy name may be magnified for ever, saying, The Lord of hosts is the God of Israel, even a God to Israel: … Continue reading BE SURE OF HIS PROMISES
LETTING GOD TAKE CARE
"Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;" (Ephesians 6:18). https://youtu.be/ijytLs96yig One good counsel will suffice just now. Stop praying so much for yourself; begin to ask unselfish things, and see if God won't give you faith. See how much easier it … Continue reading LETTING GOD TAKE CARE
GOD IS LOOKING DOWN
Sir Godfrey Gregg D.Div "The eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him" (2 Chronicles 16:9). God is looking for a man, or woman, whose heart will be always set on Him, and who will trust … Continue reading GOD IS LOOKING DOWN
IN GOD, YOU ARE NOT OUT OF TROUBLE
Sir Godfrey Gregg D.Div "And seekest thou great things for thyself? Seek them not: for, behold, I will bring evil upon all flesh, saith the Lord: but thy life will I give unto thee for a prey in all places whither thou goest" (Jeremiah 45:5). A promise given for hard places, and a promise of … Continue reading IN GOD, YOU ARE NOT OUT OF TROUBLE
THE MYSTICAL COURT 