STREAMS IN THE DESERT; OR, THE BOOK THAT WILL DO YOU GOOD. BY THE REV. JAMES SMITH, AUTHOR OF "THE BELIEVER'S DAILY REMEMBRANCER." ETC. ETC LONDON: PUBLISHED BY THOMAS ALLMAN, 42 HOLBORN HILL. 1849. PREFACE. THIS book contains a variety. It is a collection of pieces written at different times, for different purposes. These are now brought together, in the hope that they will be useful both to saints and sinners. There is much that is of an experimental character, and is therefore calculated to comfort young Christians, and tried believers. Some of the pieces are of a more stirring kind, and it is hoped will stir up some who may be at ease in Zion, or who are wrapping up their talent in a napkin. Afew, are more suitable for unconverted sinners, they point out the way of salvation, and set forth the method of justification by faith in the Lord Jesus, and may be as balm to a wounded conscience. Simplicity is the characteristic of this little volume, and to do good to souls its one grand aim. Some of the pieces have been useful in another form, may they be much more so in this. Such books, appear to the writer, to be especially needful in the present day. And having been so favourably received by the public in his former attempts to spread the truth, he is encouraged to appear among them again. May the Lord graciously condescend to smil upon this feeble effort, and render this book blessing to many souls. Reader, one word with you before you begi to read this little volume; remember, that Go alone can make it useful to you. Everything: just what God makes it to us. He can mak this little work a very great blessing to you Let me intreat you to spend a few minutes prayer before you begin to read, for exce God bless it, you will read it without re benefit. Prayer brings down the blessin But it must be earnest and energetic, simp and sincere, direct and devout: for it is t energetic "prayer of the righteous man th availeth." Should you derive benefit from will you recommend it to others, and aid in circulation. It may do them good too. Let always bear in mind, that God works by mean and frequently by the most simple means. I us use the means in faith, expecting a blessi in the use of them, forasmuch as we know th our labour shall not be in vain in the Lo The good Lord bless both writer and read making us holy, useful, and happy. Amen. Neen Park Street London JAMES SMIT To the spiritual mind there is a charm in he very name of Jesus; and when graciusly assisted by the presence of the Holy Comforter, we immediately conceive of something sweet, glorious and delightful, when the name of Jesus is but mentioned. It is a name that never wearies, because it is associated with all that is important, valuable, and delightful in the estimation of the believing soul. Many a saint has complained when Jesus has not been sufficiently honoured, but never one that he has been exalted too highly. Our best moments are spent in contemplating his person, rejoicing in his work, spreading his fame, and enjoying fellowship with him. The spiritual perception of his glories, fills the soul with admiration and holy love; the application of his promises softens and elevates the heart; and a sense of interest in his salvation and grace, makes happy beyond |