Immanuel and Start of Christian Life Sermons
A vintage collection of religious sermons and reflections. It opens with a hymn-like meditation on Immanuel at Jacob's well, then argues for starting the Christian journey with reliance on Christ. It warns against self reliance and outlines the Isaiah 50:7 motto as security, steadfastness, and serenity. Also includes prayers for Queen Victoria and thoughts on faith's power nourished by Scripture.
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God’s Word
John Bunyan
Presumption
Jesus Christ
Heaven
Christ
Mammoth Cave
Peter
Pilate
Jerusalem
Isaiah
Jesus
Lord Jesus
John Randolph
Paul
Yrom
New York
Earth
Westcolt
Mission Work Through Luther's Catechism
A poor laborer shares Luther’s Smaller Catechism with a Romish priest in a Northern German village. The lay reader guides the priest to study Luther, Bible, and gospel truth, leading to renewed faith, reform sermons, and mission outreach from Hermannsburg.
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Luther
Wittenberg
Germany
Christ
Hermannsburg
Africa
Lutheran Witness
Fancy Church Members and the Tie of Faith
A short reflection condemns church members who seek recognition and office over genuine faith. It warns that flattery and social aims bind only a frail thread, and true membership rests on faith and conviction rather than Social approval or personal gain.
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Tom
Removing Hindrances to Revival and Grace
The speaker urges believers to clear obstacles to revival by seeking grace, reconciling with others, sacrificing for Christ, and surrendering to God. He emphasizes personal renewal first, then addressing hindrances within themselves and the church to invite the Holy Spirit’s work.
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Christ
Paper Seeks One-Dollar Yearly Cash Offer
A newspaper offers a one dollar cash payment per year for subscriptions. The ad invites readers to send in the annual amount to join as a subscriber.
The Blessing of Meditation in Daily Prayer
Canon Liddon urges Christians to meditate on Scripture daily. He outlines a practical ten minute exercise: read a passage, ask what it says to me, identify lessons, and pray for application. Regular meditation transforms reading into inner life and steadfast growth.
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Canon Liddon
The Business Men's Answer to a Woman Seeks Work
A Western city reader asked thirty leading firms if there is room for an capable young man who has all business qualifications except drinking in his leisure. Within five days she received replies from all, and none would hire men who drink.
The Sunlight of Social Life Proclaims Growth
A Cumberland Presbyterian reflection cautions against a pent up shut in life. It urges people not to confine themselves to home duties but to seek regular social engagement for personal growth and broader life perspective.
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Cumberland Presbyterian
Enduring faith shines brighter than nature’s beauty
A devotional reflection quotes F. W. Faber on serving Jesus in ordinary life. The message elevates daily faith over natural splendor, praising a soul devoted to love and service amid everyday wear and tear.
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Jesus
F. W. Faber
Weather as God Pleases Confirms Shepherd’s Pardon
A traveler asks a Scotch shepherd about tomorrow’s weather. The shepherd replies that he cannot control it. He states that the weather will be what God pleases and what pleases God pleases him.
Quote by Kingsley on growth from discipline and sorrow
A condensed quotation highlighting that honor grows from humility, freedom from discipline, righteous joy from sorrow, true strength from knowing weakness, and a sound mind from contrition as stated by Charles Kingsley.
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Charles Kingsley
The Small College Endorsed as Vital Path in Education
The Universalist Leader argues small colleges offer balanced class sizes, personal contact with presidents and faculty, and solid teaching. It notes growth ahead as ambitions rise, with Dr. Pearsons from Chicago funding endowments to sustain usefulness and broaden access.
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Pearsons
Chicago
Duty in the Moment: A Simple Guiding Principle
The passage extols a single virtue of happiness through performing the plain duty of the moment quickly and cheerfully regardless of the task. It emphasizes practical diligence and a positive mindset as a moral stance.
Oldest Bible Books Debate Genesis Pentateuch Authorship
The article weighs which book is oldest by examining Genesis and the Pentateuch. It notes Moses as author of the Pentateuch, cites biblical passages for Moses writing events, and discusses dating estimates from 1571 to 1451 BC. Some scholars favor Job as oldest, with dates ranging from Abraham’s era to Babylonian captivity.
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Moses
Joshua
Christ
Job
Abraham
Isaac
Jacob
Solomon
For Sale Blue Linen Finish Writing Paper by the Box
Office sale advertises blue linen finish writing paper available by the box at this office. Limited quantities. Inquire at the front desk for pricing and box counts.
Taking People As We Find Them And Love’s Might
A dialogue on friendship and accepting others as they are. Lizzie is praised for kindness and energy while Elinor admits her own faults and the wish to fill others’ deficiencies with love. The passage concludes that valuing people as we find them could brighten many homes. Source: Northwestern Advocate.
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S. S. Times
Lizzie
Elinor
Northwestern Advocate
Burden of Burdens Becomes Wings to Life
A widow and her two daughters prosper by boarding travelers until wealth changes their status. They grow restless without the routine and social pleasure of hosting. A Christmas reunion restores contentment, showing burdens often become happiness and urging contentment in all states.
Slavery of Time as Modern Restlessness
The speaker laments how rapid, demanding rhythms rule life and steal leisure. Our prayers, worship, family time, and work all suffer under haste, leaving us restless, fretful, and unable to think calmly or act with dignity.
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Harry
Unseen Realities and Visible Effects in Philosophy
The unseen are real and eternal, forming the true cause, while the seen are changing effects and transient. This distinction frames how reality is understood, with the hidden forces shaping what is observed in the world.
Philadelphia, Home of the Mary Behind the Little Lamb
The Philadelphia Inquirer notes that Philadelphia was long the home of the author Mary who wrote the little lamb verses. Her son states the lines first appeared in a children’s poetry volume published in 1830.
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The
Philadelphia Inquirer
Philadelphia
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