The Biblical Illustrator - Luke 8:43-48
Luke 8:43-48Came behind Him, and touched the border of His garmentLife behind and life before ChristWe believe in the progressive character of the Christian life.It is like the increasing light, which comes to us first as the dim dawn, then as the grey morning, and afterwards as the noon-day brightness. This progress is connected with, indeed is essential to, our highest well-being. It is a progress from good to better, and from better to best. Let us devoutly think of our life in its relation... read more
The Biblical Illustrator - Luke 8:41-42
Luke 8:41-42And, behold, there came a man named Jairus--Christ and the ruler“And behold there came one of the rulers unto Him.” This shows us the helplessness of the greatest men. The Word ruler indicates position, influence, power, personal supremacy of one kind or another. And yet here is a ruler coming to Jesus Christ for help. There is a point at which all human might becomes utter weakness. We should have said if any man can do without Christ it will be the man who bears the position and... read more