DAILY PRAYER (BY SPURGEON)
Oh that as Christians we might be humble! Lord take away that stiff-necked, proud look; take away from us the spirit of “stand by, for I am holier than thou;” make us condescend to men of low estate; yes, and even to men of low morals, low character. May we seek them out, seek their good. Oh! give to the Church of Christ an intense love for the souls of men. May it make our hearts break to think that they will perish in their sin. May we grieve every day because of the sin of this city. Set a mark upon our forehead and let us be known to you as men that sigh and cry for all the abominations that are done in the midst of the city.
Amen.
VERSE OF THE DAY (COMMENTARY BY SPURGEON)
“It was revealed to them that they were not serving themselves but you. These things have now been announced to you through those who preached the gospel to you by the Holy Spirit sent from heaven—angels long to catch a glimpse of these things.” (1 Peter 1:12)
The prophets lived for us; they were inspired for us. The benefits of their holy lives and gracious words are for us upon whom the ends of the earth have come. They lighted lamps that shine for future ages. They told of a Christ who was actually to come in the later days, to work out his redemption after they had all died in faith without a sight of his actual coming.
You and I live in the light of a finished salvation. God has appeared in human flesh; Christ has borne the guilt of man; his atonement is completed. Jesus has risen from the dead and gone into the glory, pleading for believers.
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Glorify God this Christmas.
No, it’s not too early to start preparing for how we’ll focus on Christ this Christmas! Because every year, it seems harder than ever to focus on Christ at Christmas. As the world is screaming about gifts and Santa and holiday travels, it’s easy to lose sight of the meaning behind it all — the baby in the manger who was Savior and Lord.
I put together a book, Spurgeon on Christmas — a collection of Christmas sermons from Charles Spurgeon. These sermons are rich and I know that they will help you focus on Christ this Christmas.
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I hope you’ll buy a copy of Spurgeon on Christmas and be encouraged throughout the Advent and Christmas season.
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