Charles Naylor

When we look back through the years, many things appear different than they did at the time. Often it takes years to gain understanding. In the moment, we question and wonder. In our human judgment, […]

This article is not for those who feel themselves strong, competent, and able to meet whatever comes. It is for those who know they are weak — those who look toward life ahead and see […]

“Your God is far away,” said a heathen man to a missionary, “but our god is sitting here in the temple. We can see him and come into his presence and make our offerings before […]

Every Christian needs at least five adjustments. First, he must be adjusted to the Lord — for God will never change his ways for us. Accepting his ways and submitting to him, will adjust us […]

There are always people who live under strain. One frequently hears expressions such as: “I am so nervous,” or “I am afraid.” This tense living is not normal. The pity is that many of these […]

“That is a fine watch you have there,” said a man to his friend. “I suppose it keeps good time.” “Yes,” was the reply, “it is adjusted to heat, cold and position. I find it […]

Our happiness and joy in life depend largely on our attitude of mind and heart. If we take a positive attitude toward ourselves and life in general, and if we approach our problems and work […]

When a person has suffered a loss, an accident, or a bereavement, friends often say, “Brace up — be a man.” By this, they mean: “Summon your courage and will to endure. Gather your inner […]

I suppose more songs have been written on the subject of God being our friend than on any other topic. We sing the old song, “What a Friend We Have in Jesus,” and we do […]

“The only use of an obstacle, is to be overcome. All that an obstacle does with brave men is, not to frighten them, but to challenge them. So that it ought to be our goal […]