Cloud of Witness

President Reagan’s Letter Proclaiming the Gospel

Read the personal and important letter President Reagan wrote to share the gospel with his wife’s dying father.

What is the Answer to the Chaos and Confusion in Our World?

Gain insights from this compelling article on chaos and confusion. Read words of profound and relevant wisdom.

God, the Refuge of His People! by William Nicholson, 1862

God is the refuge of His people. The psalmist tells: “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble.” Psalm 46:1

Troubles, troubles, troubles! by Henry Smith (ca. 1560 – 1591?)

Man is born to troubles as surely as sparks fly upward. Many are the afflictions of the righteous! You will have many trials and sorrows!

You have not traveled this way before! by Octavius Winslow (1808-1878)

Having not traveled this way before, there is much to be considered when entering into a new year. Read words of old that offer timeless truths.

God bought you with a very high price! by Charles Spurgeon

Let us never forget the high cost of our salvation. There was a price to be paid for the sins of mankind.

Nevertheless I am continually with You! by Thomas Moor (1882)

“Nevertheless I am continually with You! You hold me by my right hand.” Psalm 73:23 This is the utterance of a faith which triumphs.

Heavenly Light of Truth in Doctrines of Scripture by John Angell James (1785-1859)

The doctrines of Scripture are facts, consolation, and light.

Perplexity, by James Smith (1865)

God’s dealings are very mysterious. His way is in the sea, and His path in the mighty waters and His footsteps are not known.

Your Mother, by J.R. Miller, 1898

Your mother is the first friend you ever had. When you came into this great world as an utter stranger, you found her love waiting for you.

The God of Grace (Inexhaustible Treasures), by Octavius Winslow

"And my God will meet all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:19 Bring Your perplexities to God, He will guide them. needs to God, He will supply them. mountains to God, He will level them. sins to God, He will forgive them....

What is the Word of the Blessed Spirit, by John MacDuff (1818-1895)

The Holy Spirit is a Friend to abide and dwell with you–a spiritual mentor to be always near.

What is the Idol of Our Day? by John Angell James (1852)

Are 21st century idols any different than those of the 19th century?\ Read thoughts about idolatry from a saint long gone, now in Heaven

The Chosen Pleasure Ground of Our Souls, by Henry Law, 1797-1884

O God of patience and consolation, glory be to You for this throne of grace. Make it ever to us- the chosen pleasure ground of our souls.

Believing God, by Frederick Buechner (1926-2022)

There’s a difference between believing in God and believing God. The devils believe in God (James 2:19), but they don’t believe Him.

The Three Kings, by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Longfellow wrote “The Three Kings” in 1877 to tell the story of the wise men who traveled to see and worship the one born King of the Jews.

“God Moves in a Mysterious Way,” by William Cowper, 1731-1800

William Cowper contributed songs to a hymnal complied by John Newton in 1779. Read his poetic words that became the songs “God Moves in a Mysterious Way” and "O! for a closer walk with God." Then WATCH the moving video of “There is a Fountain Filled with Blood”...

What’s the Answer to What is Happening? from Corrie Ten Boom (1892–1983)

January 27th is the International Holocaust Remembrance Day Also known as the International Day in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust, January 27th is to be an international memorial day to commemorate the victims of the Holocaust. This atrocity resulted in the...

The Worst Thing is Never the Last Thing. Never Give Up! John Claypool (1930-2005)

This message of hope offers great wisdom for dealing with sorrow, pain, and suffering. God can bring good from the worst of circumstances.

40 Quotes from Frederick Buechner (1926-2022)

Carl Frederick Buechner (1926) was an American author, Presbyterian minister, and theologian who died in 2022 at 96.

The Hound of Heaven, a poem by Francis Thompson (1859–1907)

Puritans often used the title "The Hound of Heaven" to refer to God because it descriptively tells of God’s relentless pursuit of man. Francis Thompson (1859–1907) published his poem in 1893, and it gained popularity in the early 1900s when it was recognized and...

“I am Debtor” Poem by Robert Murray McCheyne, 1837

When this passing world is done, And when has sunk you glaring sun. When we stand with Christ in glory, Looking o’er life’s finished story…

A New Year Lesson from the Book of Job, by Ray Stedman (1917-1992)

Before us stretches a new year, a new beginning, the old is past, put away forever. The Book of Job offers a great lesson as we move forward.

A Christmas Morning Prayer

On Christmas morning take time to come to the cradle. Read this poem by legendary author Robert Louis Stevenson and pray this prayer with us.

I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day, Words by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (video)

Written by Longfellow, this perennial favorite begins with a lament about the absence of peace in a war-torn country. But it ends with hope in remembering the faithful promise of God, “peace on earth, goodwill toward men.”

“Immanuel” — A Poem by Charles Spurgeon (1834-1892)

Charles Spurgeon (1834-1892) was known as the Prince of Preacher, but did you know he also wrote poetry? He wrote this poem when he was 18.

An Inexhaustible Fullness, by John Fawcett (1739 – 1817)

"Yes, He is very precious to you who believe." 1 Peter 2:7 Christian! Jesus is your Savior, your Friend, and your Portion. You are guilty--His blood cleanses from all sin. You are miserable--He is rich in mercy. You are helpless--He is mighty to save. You are...