3. Now comes another gate which has to be opened; and this is the gate of hope. Of this we read in the prophecy of Hosea, where the promise runs, "And I will give her vineyards from thence, and the valley of Achor for a door of hope" Ho 2:15. This door of hope is the same as the apostle calls "a goo... Read More
Might (2479) (ischus) (see note by Wayne Barber ischus) refers to “power as an enduement.” Ischus is the inherent ability which stresses the factuality of the ability, not necessarily the accomplishment. Ischus is inherent power or force. A muscular man’s big muscles display his might, even if he do... Read More
A Sermon (No. 1001) Delivered on Lord's-day Morning, July 23rd, 1871, by C. H. SPURGEON, At the Metropolitan Tabernacle, Newington "Yea, he is altogether lovely."--Song of Solomon 5:16. WHEN THE OLD PURITAN MINISTER had delivered his discourse, and dwelt upon firstly, and secondly, and thirdly, and ... Read More
Better Than All! Archibald G. Brown, May 1st, 1870, Stepney Green Tabernacle "What is your beloved more than another beloved, O fairest among women?" Song of Solomon 5:9 O, how willing is our Jesus to hear the prayers of his people, and respond to their call. His delight is to fulfill their desires,... Read More
A Sorrowful Inquiry James Smith "Why do You hide Your face from me?" Psalm 88:14 This psalm is full of deep and painful experience. None can understand its true spiritual meaning, but souls deeply taught of God. It is supposed to refer to a very painful passage in Israel's history, even the oppressi... Read More
Zion's Gates and the King's Highway - Part 2
Might (2479) ischus
Sermon 1001 - Altogether Lovely
Better Than All!
A Sorrowful Inquiry