C.H. Spurgeon's Evening Devotional
Friday June 20, 2025

"Straightway they forsook their nets, and followed Him."-Mark 1:18
    
    When they heard the call of Jesus, Simon and Andrew obeyed at once without demur. If we would always, punctually and with resolute zeal, put in practice what we hear upon the spot, or at the first fit occasion, our attendance at the means of grace, and our reading of good books, could not fail to enrich us spiritually. He will not lose his loaf who has taken care at once to eat it, neither can he be deprived of the benefit of the doctrine who has already acted upon it. Most readers and hearers become moved so far as to purpose to amend; but, alas! the proposal is a blossom which has not been knit, and therefore no fruit comes of it; they wait, they waver, and then they forget, till, like the ponds in nights of frost, when the sun shines by day, they are only thawed in time to be frozen again. That fatal to-morrow is blood-red with the murder of fair resolutions; it is the slaughter-house of the innocents. We are very concerned that our little book of "Evening Readings" should not be fruitless, and therefore we pray that readers may not be readers only, but doers, of the word. The practice of truth is the most profitable reading of it. Should the reader be impressed with any duty while perusing these pages, let him hasten to fulfil it before the holy glow has departed from his soul, and let him leave his nets, and all that he has, sooner than be found rebellious to the Master's call. Do not give place to the devil by delay! Haste while opportunity and quickening are in happy conjunction. Do not be caught in your own nets, but break the meshes of worldliness, and away where glory calls you. Happy is the writer who shall meet with readers resolved to carry out his teachings: his harvest shall be a hundredfold, and his Master shall have great honour. Would to God that such might be our reward upon these brief meditations and hurried hints. Grant it, O Lord, unto thy servant!
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Monday, March 26, 2012

A Perfect Pet for Peyton by Rick Osborne and Gary Chapman


In this colorful book young readers learn the importance of love.  The reader finds himself enjoying this wonderful adventure story as they travel with the characters Peyton and Penny, twins, and their friends through the Mr. Chapman's unique pet emporium.  This book is not only a reading book but an eye-spy type book where things are cleverly hidden in each picture.    In the back of the book you'll find a love language quiz that can be used as a good conversation starter to helping kids learn how individuals each give and receive love differently. Be sure to visit the web site where you'll find more information and resources available.  

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6 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 26, 2012 at 3:04 PM

    I learned that there are 6 different quizes at the site

    GrandMaC

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  2. Gina @ Hott BooksApril 4, 2012 at 6:42 AM

    This is awesome! I've been wanting this book to share with the kiddos!!!
    Thanks, Abi!

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  3. rubynrebaApril 4, 2012 at 8:01 AM

    Acts of service such as vacuuming the floors can be an expression of love.
    pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

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  4. AnonymousApril 4, 2012 at 6:54 PM

    I took the wife assessment quiz and found out my love language is words of affirmation! I had no idea! lol

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  5. Debbie EllisApril 5, 2012 at 11:02 AM

    The story helps children discover their own personal love language

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  6. nicolesenderApril 15, 2012 at 3:14 AM

    I learned that the book A Perfect Pet For Peyton will help children learn the importance of love.
    nicolesender(at)yahoo(dot)com

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