91 "He will not break a bruised reed!"
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So tender is the heart of Jesus, so gentle His disposition, that the feeblest need not fear, the most timid may take courage. He notices the first risings of desire, the secret inclination, the buddings of faith—and He admires and approves of them. He knows . . .
the strength of our corruptions;
what terrible conflicts we have;
what poor creatures we are;
and for our comfort assures us that, though as weak and worthless as a bruised reed—He will not reject us, or crush us by His power.
He will bind up the bruised reed.
He will nourish the desire.
He will foster the little faith.
He will receive the imperfect prayer.
He will accept and bless the discouraged soul.
He is represented . . .
as a Lamb—to inspire us with confidence;
as a Shepherd—to preserve us from alarm;
and as a Savior—to attract us to His throne!
He will not break the bruised reed Himself—nor will He allow others to do it!
Beloved, are you bruised by Satan, by your wicked heart, and by an evil world? Do you feel weak and worthless? Are you discouraged and filled with fear?
Fear not! Jesus is gentle, kind, and gracious. He binds up the broken in heart, and heals all their wounds.
"He will not break a bruised reed—and He will not put out a smoldering wick!"