"Enter by the narrow gate". Those seeking the way into the kingdom of heaven make a big mistake when they look for massive pearly gates. These are reserved to hang ... Read more

"Set your house in order". It is surprising how quickly things get untidy and out of place. The more there is going on, the more one needs to ensure that ... Read more

"they marvelled at his answer". Elsewhere we read that the common people heard Jesus gladly. This contrasted with the leaders of the Jews who criticised and found fault. While the ... Read more

"the son of Pharaoh's daughter". It would have been all so easy. Still in contact with his mother who had been deputed to be his nurse, but brought up in ... Read more

"shall be saved". Call upon the name of the Lord - in faith, of course, otherwise it is not a sincere call - and you will be saved. It is ... Read more

"And the Lord preserved David whithersoever he went". King David's life was a busy one. In an age that in many respects is far removed from ours, he busied himself ... Read more

"Your word, Lord, is eternal". God's Word is eternal - not the pages of the Bible, but the revealed counsel and plan of God found in the Bible and conveyed ... Read more

"treasure hid". The kingdom of heaven is like hidden treasure because men are meeting it every day, yet do not know it. There are some who appreciate something of the ... Read more

"The Lord was ready to save me". Hezekiah had let his life get into a mess. Perhaps not so noticeable on the outside, but enough for God to give him ... Read more

"rejoice in all the good things the Lord your God has given to you". There is great strength and blessing in recognising what the Lord has done for you. Moses ... Read more