Encouragement

The Great Physician’s Voice

The Great Physician’s Voice

The body that we live in sometimes needs some special care, So we consult a surgeon who can handle the repair. His voice is calm and gentle, and we’re filled with hope anew, As he explains to us what modern medicine can do.   “The risk . . .,” he says, “but chances are . . .,” (intending to console)— And suddenly the truth is clear:  that he cannot control The outcome of the surgery, in spite of all his skill! So when the consultation’s done,... Read more
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Life–Changing Tragedy — Today

Life–Changing Tragedy — Today

Today I have received such dreadful news; my mind between despair and fear is tossed. With nothing but uncertainty ahead, I feel so helpless, so completely lost. The earth beneath my feet is giving way; the portals of my life are crumbling fast. My hopes, my dreams, my goals are growing dim, and all I love is slipping from my grasp. What purpose can I find in life today, when all tomorrow’s hopes and dreams are gone? How will I face the dawning of each morn?  Where will I find the... Read more
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The Power of the Resurrection

The Power of the Resurrection

Because they heard Him calling, they left everything behind And followed after Jesus, giving heart, and soul, and mind. They watched Him heal the blind man, and they ate the loaves He broke; They knew God's Spirit touched their hearts whenever Jesus spoke. It seemed that all was perfect, for He met their every need. Then suddenly it all was changed--a tragic day, indeed! The soldiers came to take Him, and He calmly went away, And e'er the thing was ended, within a tomb He lay! Had not... Read more
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The Potter’s Hands

The Potter’s Hands

My life was like a lump of clay upon the Potter’s wheel— No skill had I to shape myself, nor power to fight His will.   I knew His plan was for my good; I knew His hands were skilled; I knew He promised joy and peace, so I resolved to yield.   But when the Potter’s hands began to poke, and rub, and press, To twist my form and change my shape, I cried out in distress,   “Why must Your hands inflict such pain?  Would love deal thus with me? I thought... Read more
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The Reflection of His Face

The Reflection of His Face

God regards our faith, though feeble, Dearer far than precious gold, Let us watch Him purify it, as His plans for us unfold . . .   He’s the Master Metallurgist; we’re the gold within the pot; There’s a fire underneath to heat the metal till it’s hot. As the metal turns to liquid, the impurities arise, And He scrapes them from the surface and surveys it with His eyes. He is searching so intently—there is something He must see In the precious heated metal, as... Read more
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Everlasting Arms

Everlasting Arms

How glad I was that day!  For on my journey I would soon embark! My heart was confident; my peace was anchored in the God I’d proved: I’d passed through many trials, but never had He failed to give me strength. And so with eager heart, I stepped out on the path that stretched ahead.   The day was warm and bright.  The load I carried seemed no weight at all. In every bird and flower, I saw a token of God’s love to me. But as the day wore on, the sun concealed... Read more
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Before the Lord

Before the Lord

I stood before the Lord with all my questions and demands— I thought He should explain to me the workings of His hands. I felt I had a right to know where every path would end And what would lie ahead for me beyond each hill and bend.   I wanted Him to give me peace by telling me the “why” Of troubles that I faced and joys that seemed to pass me by. I also didn’t think it fair, and clearly told Him so, That others walked in pleasant paths where my feet could not go.... Read more
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Christ’s One Unanswered Prayer

Christ’s One Unanswered Prayer

Christ, the Lamb of God, is seated there beside His Father's throne; All His work on earth is finished; all His sacrifice is done. Yet in Heaven His work continues as He daily intercedes, Laying out before the Father His requests for all my needs.   In my times of greatest trial, I could hear my Saviour say, "May this child now lost in weakness know My perfect strength today." Then my heart, by grace uplifted, rose up as on eagle's wing. Filled with peace past... Read more
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Looking Unto Jesus

Looking Unto Jesus

Living life upon this earth is much like running in a race; But the finish line is hidden—all we see is Jesus’ face. He has run this race before us—His was filled with pain and loss, And it led Him straight to Calv’ry, where He died upon the cross! Why should He endure such sorrow?  Why should Jesus suffer thus? He was purchasing a people, and His heart was seeing us!   But the end was the beginning, for the death that He endured The defeat of death... Read more
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Earthen Vessels

Earthen Vessels

There was a day I knelt before my Saviour and felt the cleansing of His precious blood-- My burdened heart leaped up in rapturous freedom, for Christ had borne away sin's heavy load! As day by day my heart rushed forth to meet Him, I felt His love, and fellowship was sweet. There was no spot on earth I loved so dearly as the place of rest and peace at Jesus' feet.   Too soon I felt the vengeance of the tempter; the wretched man within me raised his head. I felt again the weight of... Read more
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