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DAILY MEDITATION
By J. H. JOWETT, D.D. ===================
FOREWORD
JANUARY The First
THE UNKNOWN JOURNEY
JANUARY The Second
THE LARGER OUTLOOK
JANUARY The Third
THE NEVER-FAILING SPRINGS
A year’s worth of brief, thoughtful reflections lies at the heart of this collection, each entry anchored in a familiar biblical passage. The author moves from January’s “Unknown Journey,” which exhorts listeners to trust the immediate steps of faith, to later months that widen the view toward heaven’s limitless perspective. The structure follows a simple calendar, making it easy to dip in each day for a moment of quiet contemplation.
The tone is calm and conversational, offering concrete language that translates ancient scriptures into the rhythms of modern life. Listeners are invited to consider how everyday actions align with larger divine purposes, whether in prayer, love, or service. By framing faith as a steady, present‑moment practice, the meditations cultivate both serenity and a sense of purposeful direction.
Alongside the reflections are short prayers and concise observations designed to be heard in a minute yet linger through the day. Whether you’re beginning a morning routine or seeking a brief pause amid a busy schedule, these daily offerings aim to nourish the conscience and steady the heart.
Language
en
Duration
~7 hours (446K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Oct 29, 2007
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1864–1923
A widely read preacher of the late Victorian and early modern era, he became known for warm, thoughtful writing on Christian life and devotion. His books and sermons aimed to make faith feel practical, hopeful, and close to everyday experience.
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