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T. Austin-Sparks

The Burden of the Valley of Vision (Isaiah 22:1)

T. Austin-SparksReading: Isaiah 22:1 The word ''burden'' here just does mean a load or weight, as much as a man can carry. Thus the Prophets felt what the Lord had shown them to be something that weighed heavily upon them and often overwhelmed them. The prophetic function is brought into operation at a time when th... Read More
T. Austin-Sparks

The Proclamation of the Kingdom

T. Austin-Sparks"And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in the whole world for a testimony unto all the nations; and then shall the end come" (Matthew 24:14). Let us first analyse this verse, noticing its particular words. "This Gospel [literally, 'good news'] of the Kingdom [literally, 'the royal reign']... Read More
Charles Alexander

The Puritan Illusion - Part Two

And so all Israel shall be saved: as it is written, There shall come out of Sion the Deliverer; and shall turn away ungodliness from Jacob. For this is my covenant unto them, when I shall take away their sins. --Paul the Apostle And the Redeemer shall come to Zion, and unto them that turn from trans... Read More
Samuel Davies

In Time of War

Samuel DaviesIn Times of War By Samuel Davies, Hanover, Virginia; July 20, 1755. "An oracle concerning the Valley of Vision: What troubles you now, that you have all gone up on the roofs, O town full of commotion, O city of tumult and revelry? Your slain were not killed by the sword, nor did they die in battle. ... Read More
T. Austin-Sparks

The Burden of the Valley of Vision

T. Austin-SparksReading: Isaiah 22:1 The word "burden" here just does mean a load or weight, as much as a man can carry. Thus the Prophets felt what the Lord had shown them to be something that weighed heavily upon them and often overwhelmed them. The prophetic function is brought into operation at a time when thin... Read More
J.G. Bellet

An Introduction to Isaiah

In reading Matt. 1, 2, we learn, among other things, how the word of prophecy ought to be used; but we see also, how the carnal intellect treats it; and thus it furnishes a sound and healthful word to us, when we set ourselves down for a meditation on the prophetic Scriptures; for we are both guided... Read More
J.G. Bellet

Eras of Resurrection

1 Corinthians 15: 22-28. As to the whole of this chapter, I may say there is an order in the parts of it, which it is edifying to discover and meditate. It might be entitled, "The story of grace and of glory in the light of the resurrection." The order of which I speak is this. 1-4. The fact of the ... Read More
Samuel Davies

In Time Of War

Samuel DaviesIn Times of War By Samuel Davies, Hanover, Virginia; July 20, 1755. "An oracle concerning the Valley of Vision : What troubles you now, that you have all gone up on the roofs, O town full of commotion, O city of tumult and revelry? Your slain were not killed by the sword, nor did they die in battle.... Read More
Principles For The Gathering Of Believers

76 - Chronological Bible Reading of Scriptures

Principles For The Gathering Of BelieversThere is a great need in the body of Christ for consistent reading of the Holy Scriptures in their entirety, book by book, chapter by chapter, verse by verse. In this case we are encouraging a chronological reading of the Scriptures. Most of the confusion is created when certain teachers, groups, or... Read More
Comparative Bible Study

Genesis 3 / Isaiah 22

Genesis 3 / Isaiah 22 24 paragraphs 1 vs. 1 Those who are tempted to disobey God fall from grace; but honored is he who holds on to The Lord’s words. Psalm 3 / Revelation 10:3 He who disregards everything but cries before God will overcome the enemies and be delivered by God. Key Verses Genesis 3:15... Read More

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