"if he lose one". The loss was only temporary: all the shepherd's energy and resources were concentrated upon finding the lost lamb. In another Gospel Jesus prayed to His Father ... Read more

"Blessed be the Lord for evermore. Amen, and Amen". This is the exultant conclusion to a psalm of praise. It is a long psalm and covers much ground and concludes ... Read more

"she stood in the doorway". Did this Shunammite woman fill the doorway, waiting to receive what she needed? Was she like Jacob who wrestled with the angel and at daybreak ... Read more

"I am the living bread which came down from heaven". The words of Jesus are more than food for thought, they are food for the hungry souls of men. In ... Read more

"don't show favouritism". A word of warning and encouragement. Favouritism comes in all shapes and guises. How easily we show it and receive it without noticing, but how quick we ... Read more

"a well-to-do woman". Elisha was a frequent and welcome guest, so much so that this lady had a room specially made for him as his own, whenever he came by. ... Read more

"the other disciples came in a little ship". A triple denial, remorseful weeping and subsequent restoration had not altered Peter's position as leader. But the other disciples performed an important, ... Read more

"his going forth is sure as the dawn". The Lord is ready for the new day before you are. He knows just what the day holds for you before dawn ... Read more

"Do all that is in your heart, for God is with you". King David sat meditating in his palace. He mused upon God's goodness to him and as he looked ... Read more

"Hallelujah". The note of praise that is heard when we see the Lord high and exalted upon the Throne. The word that escapes our lips as we experience the saving, ... Read more