Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? Romans 8:35 How precious in time of need is the assurance of union with Jesus! … We can
Chanita Boonaragorn Who Are You? Chanita explores the concept of our identity, our purpose and who we become when we walk with Jesus in faith. But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special
April Boyd Can I Handle it? April shares with us certainty that whatever trials come our way and when we have reached the limits of our own endurance, there is always strength to be found in GOD to handle it.
I remember the days of old; I meditate on all thy works; I muse on the work of thy hands. I stretch forth my hands unto thee: my soul thirsteth after thee, as a thirsty land. Psalm 143:5, 6 We have
Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established. Proverbs 4:26 “Make straight paths for your feet,” says the apostle, “lest that which is lame be turned out of the way.” Hebrews 12:13. The path that leads away
The Story of Redemption The Burial John was at a loss to know what measures he should take in regard to the body of his beloved Master. He shuddered at the thought of its being handled by rough and unfeeling
The Story of Redemption It Is Finished In silence the people watch for the end of this fearful scene. Again the sun shines forth, but the cross is enveloped in darkness. Suddenly the gloom is lifted from the cross, and
The Story of Redemption A Lesson in Filial Love The eyes of Jesus wandered over the multitude that had collected together to witness His death, and He saw at the foot of the cross John supporting Mary, the mother of
The Story of Redemption Nailed to the Cross Upon arriving at the place of execution, the condemned were bound to the instruments of torture. While the two thieves wrestled in the hands of those who stretched them upon the cross,
The Story of Redemption Chapter 29—The Crucifixion of Christ Christ, the precious Son of God, was led forth and delivered to the people to be crucified. The disciples and believers from the region round about joined the throng that followed
The Story of Redemption Sent to Herod When Pilate heard that Herod was in Jerusalem, he was greatly relieved, for he hoped to free himself from all responsibility in the trial and condemnation of Jesus. He at once sent Him,
The Story of Redemption Jesus Before Pilate From the first, Pilate was convinced that Jesus was no common man. He believed Him to be an excellent character and entirely innocent of the charges brought against Him. The angels who were
The Story of Redemption Judas’s Confession Judas was filled with bitter remorse and shame at his treacherous act in betraying Jesus. And when he witnessed the abuse which the Saviour endured, he was overcome. He had loved Jesus, but had
The Story of Redemption In the Judgment Hall The multitude were clamorous for the blood of Jesus. They cruelly scourged Him, and put upon Him an old purple kingly robe, and bound His sacred head with a crown of thorns.
The Story of Redemption Peter’s Denial Peter followed his Lord after His betrayal. He was anxious to see what would be done with Jesus. But when he was accused of being one of His disciples, fear for his own safety
The Story of Redemption Chapter 28—The Trial of Christ The angels, as they left heaven, in sadness laid off their glittering crowns. They could not wear them while their Commander was suffering and was to wear a crown of thorns.
The Story of Redemption Judas Betrays Jesus Then Judas, with his band of armed men, appeared. He approached His Master as usual, to salute Him. The band surrounded Jesus; but there He manifested His divine power, as He said, “Whom
The Story of Redemption In the Garden I beheld Jesus in the garden with His disciples. In deep sorrow He bade them watch and pray, lest they should enter into temptation. He knew that their faith was to be tried
The Story of Redemption Chapter 27—The Betrayal of Christ I was carried down to the time when Jesus ate the Passover supper with His disciples. Satan had deceived Judas and led him to think that he was one of Christ’s
Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee. Psalm 119:11 Satan is continually seeking to influence human minds by his subtle arts. His is a master mind, given of God, but prostituted with
The Story of Redemption The Transfiguration The faith of the disciples was greatly strengthened at the transfiguration, when they were permitted to behold Christ’s glory and to hear the voice from heaven testifying to His divine character. God chose to
The Story of Redemption Ineffective Opposition Satan and his angels blinded the eyes and darkened the understanding of the Jews, and stirred up the chief of the people and the rulers to take the Saviour’s life. Others were sent to
The Story of Redemption Relieving the Suffering Jesus began His work by breaking Satan’s power over the suffering. He restored the sick to health, gave sight to the blind, and healed the lame, causing them to leap for joy and
The Story of Redemption Chapter 26—The Ministry of Christ After Satan had ended his temptations he departed from Jesus for a season, and angels prepared Him food in the wilderness and strengthened Him, and the blessing of His Father rested
The Story of Redemption The Tempter Rebuked Satan exulted when Jesus laid aside His power and glory, and left heaven. He thought that the Son of God was then placed in his power. The temptation took so easily with the
Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal. Matthew 6:19 Treasures are those things which engross the mind, and absorb the attention, to the exclusion of God and