Sermons & Devotionals by George Everard

The Lord's Supper George Everard, 1885 "And when He had given thanks, He broke it and said: This is My body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of Me." 1 Corinthians 11:24 There are two views of the Lord's Supper, neither of which ought to be forgotten. 1. The central idea is the remembrance o... Read More

Selfishness George Everard, 1885 "Am I my brother's keeper?" Genesis 4:9 Intense selfishness breathes in this question. Whoever acts in the spirit of it, knows nothing whatever of the power of true religion. Yet we fear it is a spirit that reigns in the world, and on all sides is hindering the kingd... Read More

Stones in the Way George Everard, 1874 We imagine a highway to the Heavenly City, with travelers are here and there passing along — but there are many difficulties and hindrances. Some carry heavy burdens, and do not always see the Friend who would carry them for them. Some are tired and weary by th... Read More

The Stray One Recalled! George Everard, 1874 In the whole revelation which God has given to us, there is nothing which brings home to us our Father's tender compassion for sinners, more than His appeals to the backsliding. We find this especially the case in the books of Jeremiah and Hosea. He compl... Read More

Work and Pray George Everard, 1866 One who lately visited the inventor of the new machine, tells us that he noticed these words as a motto over the door of his house, and that he could see they were words carried out in the life of this now famous inventor. Be it so in your life, my young reader. It... Read More

Parting Words George Everard, 1866 It has been my earnest desire and prayer in writing these pages, to give you, my young reader, some little help on your heavenward course. I write as a brother, knowing by experience some of your difficulties and temptations. I write as one engaged in the same conf... Read More

The Christian and His Bible George Everard, 1866 "How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to Your Word." "Your Word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path." We are here taught by David that to walk aright, the young must be guided by the teaching of Holy Scripture. Hence... Read More

The Christian on His Watch-tower George Everard, 1866 In rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, Nehemiah's workmen combined a triplet of duties — watching, working, praying. With a weapon in the one hand, they guarded against their foes. With a trowel in the other hand, they labored at their work. With ... Read More

A Broken and a Contrite Heart George Everard, 1884 "The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit. A broken and a contrite heart, O God, You will not despise." Psalm 51:17 In nothing do we see more the wisdom of God, than in turning about that which is evil --and making it a means of great good . Look a... Read More

A Christian's Prayer in Six Words George Everard , 1884 "Lord Jesus, glorify Yourself in me!" This petition seems to me the very greatest, with respect to one's self, which it is possible for any one to offer. To ask for earthly gifts or benefits is right and good, if the request is offered in submi... Read More

The Yoke of Christ! George Everard, 1884 "Take My yoke upon you, and learn of Me; for I am meek and lowly of heart: and you shall find rest unto your souls. For My yoke is easy, and My burden is light." Matthew 12:29, 30 The thoughts of Christ moved constantly in the atmosphere of the Old Testament ... Read More

The Blessedness of Giving George Everard, 1884 "Remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how He said: It is more blessed to give than to receive. " Acts 20:35 These words of Christ come to us in a remarkable way that seems to give them double force. Suppose you had had a father whose wise and loving co... Read More