TDR: 24 June (1 Peter 2:9)

‘You are a chosen people’ (1 Peter 2:9) Christianity does not originate by chance, but in the purposes of God; it does not flow from the nature of humanity, but from the unalterable decree of the Most High. Every believer is a chosen vessel. The Church had its origin in Jehovah’s eternal election. Election flows…

‘What about these Hebrews here?’ (1 Samuel 29:3) David’s army wanted to mingle with the Philistine army, which was decidedly wrong; and it is wrong when God’s people unite with the world, contrary to His word. We may ask, “What about these Christians here? What are they doing joining with the world?” Their Master has…

‘God is faithful’ (1 Corinthians 10:13) This is the Christian’s anchor; without this our spirits would droop and our hope would be crushed. Sometimes we are shaken to pieces by unbelief and filled with tormenting doubts. We feel nothing of the presence, power or comfort of God the Holy Spirit. Faith, hope and love can…

‘Do you still have no faith?’ (Mark 4:40) Where there is little faith there are many fears. The disciples were filled with alarm, and so Jesus enquires: “how is it that you have no faith?” Can our heavenly Father ask us the same question? How is it that you give no credit to my word?…

‘It is God who justifies’ (Romans 8:33) To be justified is to be acquitted and pronounced righteous. Every believer in Jesus, however ungodly they may have been, or however vile and unworthy they feel they are, is justified by Jehovah. The perfect work of Jesus is imputed to them, free grace is glorified in them,…

‘All His holy ones are in His hand’ (Deuteronomy 33:3) Every Christian believer is a saint, set apart by the purpose of God; sanctified by the operations of the Holy Spirit; set apart for God, and devoted to His service. Every saint is in the hand of Jesus; in the hand of His mercy –…

‘I will not leave you as orphans’ (John 14:18) When they are in darkness, Christian believers often fear that Jesus has forsaken them: this is natural, but unscriptural. For Jesus has said: “I will never leave you; never will I forsake you” [Hebrews 13:5]. His duties require His presence with us; His love secures His…

‘Salvation comes from the LORD’ (Jonah 2:9) The soul is saved by the love of the Father, the work of the Son, and the operations of the Holy Spirit. The Father devised the scheme, the Son gave the ransom, and the Holy Spirit puts us in possession of the blessing. It is all of God.…

‘I go there to prepare a place for you’ (John 14:2) See what Jesus is doing dear friends. He is working for us; He did all He could do for us on earth, and then he ascended into heaven to carry on His work. The place He prepares will be worthy of Himself: “His rest…

‘Let not your hearts be troubled’ (John 14:1) Jesus does not approve of you being agitated, perplexed and in an uncomfortable state. He wishes to see you steady, holy, and happy. He forbids your fear; He commands your faith. As He is with you, as He is engaged for you, you should leave your concerns…

‘As your days, so shall your strength be’ (Deuteronomy 33:25) No one can possibly tell what lies ahead; but our God knows and He has promised His people strength in proportion to their trials. We should not be anxious, therefore, for with the trial comes the strength. Our troubles should be numbered among our mercies.…

‘The angel of the Lord stood by’ (Zechariah 3:5) Who was it that stood by Joshua when Satan accused and resisted him? When his filthy garments bore testimony against him and he was cited to appear before God? Surely it was Jesus. Jesus, messenger of the covenant; the minister of the true tabernacle, which God…

‘The Lord God is a Sun and Shield’ (Psalm 84:11) To Him we must look for light, comfort and fruitfulness. He is our light and our salvation. He will not leave us comfortless. From Him our fruit is found. The people who know Him, and walk with Him, are blessed. He gives light in darkness,…

‘The Lord is my portion’ (Lamentations 3:24) How poor are the possessions of the world in comparison to the Christian’s portion; they last for just a few days; they cannot satisfy; they cannot bless. But dear friends, the Lord Almighty has given us Himself. He says, “I AM YOUR INHERITANCE.” We are always with Him,…

‘I am the Alpha and Omega’ (Revelation 22:13) Jesus is the first and the last. He began, He carries on, and He will complete the great work of our eternal salvation. He was the first object to which we were directed to look, and He will be the last we shall wish to see. He…

‘Let Israel hope in the Lord’ (Psalm 130:7) This title is applied to all of the Lord’s people. It sets forth their dignity – they are PRINCES; it refers to their experience – they wrestle with God in prayer and they prevail. Despondency does not befit a prince, much less a Christian. Our God is…

‘If God be for us, who can be against us?’ (Romans 8:31) Dear friends, if we are believers in Jesus, all the perfections of Jehovah’s nature are arrayed for our defence and safety. He is engaged by covenant, by promise, and by oath, to support, supply and befriend us. He is for us, engaged in…

‘You are my witnesses, declares the LORD’ (Isaiah 43:12) We are to witness to the truth, power and sweetness of the Christian faith; to the goodness, holiness and faithfulness of God. We are to witness to the world, by our spirit, testimony and conduct; we are to witness to poor, doubting, fearful souls. Our witness…