Author: Gospel Folio Press

2 Kings 8:1-29; Jeremiah 42:7-43:13; Hebrews 11:1-16

Also he made him a tunic of many colors. Genesis 37:3 NKJV

There are four garments mentioned in connection with Joseph’s life journey. He left the father’s house with a coat of many colours. He ran from Potiphar’s wife leaving a coat in her hands. When he went from prison to interpret Pharaoh’s dream he left his prison garments behind. When Pharaoh exalted Joseph, he received garments of fine linen. These garments and their progression serve as an illustration of the journey of the Lord Jesus from the Father’s house to earth, to the cross, and back to glory as described in Phil. 2:5-11. There was the tunic of Sonship, garments of a Servant, clothing of a Sufferer, and finally the robes of a Sovereign.  —Gary McBride

Look, ye saints, the sight is glorious:
See the Man of sorrows now. —Thomas Kelly

2 Kings 6:24-7:20; Jeremiah 41:1-42:6; Hebrews 10:19-39

In mercy (loving kindness) the throne will be established; And One will sit on it in truth…Judging and seeking justice and hastening righteousness. Isaiah 16:5 NKJV

A throne is a symbol of rule. In these troubling times, here is a wonderful thought concerning our ultimate future. One day our Lord will inaugurate and establish a rule of mercy and love, but also of justice and righteousness. Who is He that is worthy to sit upon this throne? It is the King of Glory, the Chief Shepherd, (see Psalm 24), our Lord Jesus Christ. The throne is His forever and He graciously will have His saints reigning with Him. —Annette Baal

King of my life I crown Thee now—
Thine shall the glory be;
Lest I forget Thy thorn-crowned brow,
Lead me to Calvary. —Jennie E. Hussey

2 Kings 6:1-23; Jeremiah 39:1-40:16; Hebrews 10:1-18

I have glorified thee on the earth: I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do. John 17:4

In Matthew 20:22 the Lord Jesus described His impending death as “the cup that I shall drink” and as “the baptism that I am baptized with”. In our text, He described His death as a work! No other death in history has ever been described as a work. Paul described this work as one act of righteousness (Rom. 5:18). In Ephesians he wrote of this work as an offering for us, to God, “Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour” (Eph. 5:2). May we humbly come and worship Him for His death and resurrection today. —L. Cain

Forbid it, Lord, that I should boast,
Save in the death of Christ my God!  —Isaac Watts

2 Kings 5:1-27; Jeremiah 38:1-28; Hebrews 9:15-28

Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Romans 5:1

Our society is filled with people who are searching for something to give them even a little peace and joy. Perhaps you are one of those searchers? You’ve tried what the world has to offer: riches, pleasures, and perhaps even religion, only to feel empty, depressed and unfulfilled. God’s offer of genuine peace and joy is the only thing that can give true satisfaction. Come to Him today. —Sid Halsband

O Christ, in Thee my soul hath found,
And found in Thee alone,
The peace, the joy I sought so long,
The bliss till now unknown. —Emma Frances Shuttleworth Bevan

2 Kings 4:1-44; Jeremiah 37:1-21; Hebrews 9:1-14

The peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7 NKJV

What an attractive prospect: our hearts and minds protected by the incomprehensible peace of God! In John 11, Martha was perplexed, and Mary was heartbroken because Jesus did not come in time to heal their brother, Lazarus, whom He loved. When He finally arrived, it seemed too late—Lazarus was dead. Martha poured out her confusion and Jesus dignified her with a profound discussion about resurrection. Later, Mary poured her heart out to Jesus with the exact words her sister had used earlier. This time, Jesus wept. Some of us have hurting hearts; some have swirling brains. His peace guards both. —Caroline Webb

There is a place of comfort sweet, near to the heart of God,
A place where we our Saviour meet, near to the heart of God. —C. McAfee

2 Kings 3:1-27; Jeremiah 36:1-32; Hebrews 8:1-13

I will bless you…and you shall be a blessing. Gen. 12:2 NKJV 

At Babel, people refused to listen to God, resulting in a confused and disintegrating society. However, God graciously spoke again, now to an individual, Abram. Yet how can one man make a difference in such a chaotic world? God tells Abram “You shall be a blessing”. Is that not what we all desire to be in the hands of God? Like Abram, we must both listen to and obey God’s Word—perhaps leaving behind what is familiar and seemingly secure. In response to  Abram’s willingness, five times, God says, “I will…”. It is through such a life that God promises to work and to bless.
—M. McKillen

I’m learning to trust You, even when I can’t see it;
And even in suffering, I have to believe it. —Michael Ketterer

2 Kings 2:1-25; Jeremiah 35:1-19; Hebrews 7:1-28

For I know the [plans] that I think toward you, says the Lord, [plans] of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11 NKJV

The Cullinan is the largest rough diamond ever found, and was given as a gift to King Edward VII. He entrusted the cutting of this three thousand carat diamond to a skilled craftsman, Joseph Asscher. Before he ever touched the Cullinan with a blade, Mr. Asscher studied the diamond for six months. He needed to determine the best way to cut
it in order to ensure minimum damage and maximum function and beauty. Dear friend, you are far more valuable than a diamond! If the Lord has allowed you to go through a trial, it is not by accident. He has a plan and a purpose: our good and His glory! —Lynn Shatford

Deep in unfathomable mines of never-failing skill;
He fashions up His bright designs, and works His sovereign will —W. Cowper

2 Kings 1:1-18; Jeremiah 34:1-22; Hebrews 5:11-6:20

Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself. Daniel 1:8

Daniel would rather have risked death than sin against God. He had a heart’s desire for holiness and was willing to make it known. Christians today experience continual pressure to conform to this world, to deny that God exists and to renounce their faith in Him. An author once wrote, “The world says, ‘Go along with us’, but God says, ‘Stand up and be counted; be different; be a stranger and a pilgrim in this world.’” (1 John 2:15-17). May this be our heart’s
desire too! —Pam Hagey

Standing by a purpose true, heeding God’s command,
Honour them, the faithful few! All hail to Daniel’s band!
Dare to be a Daniel! Dare to stand alone!
Dare to have a purpose firm! Dare to make it known! —Philip P. Bliss

1 Kings 22:1-53; Jeremiah 33:1-26; Hebrews 4:14-5:10

Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Psalm 62:8

The dictionary defines “refuge” as a place of shelter and safety. In Israel’s day, “Cities of Refuge” were established to protect those who had accidently slain someone (Num. 35:11). Christ’s sacrifice on the cross sheltered us from God’s wrath against sin (Rom. 5:9). Even today, our heavenly Father promises to shelter us in the storms of life. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” (Ps. 46:1). What storm are you facing today? Run to God,
your refuge, and find help for your every need. —E.V.

The Lord’s our rock, in Him we hide,
A shelter in the time of storm;
Secure whatever ill betide,
A shelter in the time of storm. —Vernon Charlesworth

1 Kings 21:1-29; Jeremiah 32:26-44; Hebrews 4:1-13

Until the day break, and the shadows flee away, I will get me to the mountain of myrrh, and to the hill of frankincense. Song of Songs 4:6

In Scripture, myrrh is associated with grief and sorrow, whereas frankincense is associated with times of celebration and worship. So it is with the future bride of Solomon, pending that glad moment when she would be united with Him, she occupies herself with the things that remind her of Him. Before He went to Calvary, the Lord Jesus instituted the Lord’s Supper. It was so we, His future bride, could be sustained in our love for Him, by revisiting Calvary, that mountain of myrrh, the mount of sorrow, and send the fragrance of our worship on high. —Willie H. Burnett

Backward look we, drawn to Calvary, musing while we sing;
Forward haste we to Thy coming, Lord and King!  —Douglas Russell