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Waters from Cherith

Metropolitan Tabernacle

Daily Christian devotions from Joseph Hall, Charles Spurgeon and other classic Christian writers. Waters from Cherith provides two short daily devotional readings to help you begin each day with truth from God’s Word.

Drawn from classic Christian writers such as Bishop Joseph Hall and Charles Haddon Spurgeon, these readings are designed to encourage regular habits of devotion.

Waters from Cherith is an official podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London.

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#77
October 28 · 11 min
CH Spurgeon on John 19 verse 34
CH Spurgeon on John 19 verse 34 What can we learn from the pierced side of Christ? Reflecting on John 19:34, C. H. Spurgeon considers fulfilled prophecy, the shame of sin and the certainty of the Saviour’s death in our place. The blood and water point to pardon and purification together: Christ saves His people from sin’s guilt and from its power. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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October 28 · 9 min
Between the Living and the Dead — Joseph Hall on Numbers 16
Between the Living and the Dead Numbers 16:48 Aaron stood with his censer between the living and the dead, interceding for the very people who had rebelled against him. Joseph Hall reflects on his courage and mercy, the power of earnest prayer, and God’s confirmation of his calling. Above all, he points to Christ, who was himself stricken so that those who believe in him might live for ever. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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#76
October 27 · 10 min
CH Spurgeon on John 19 verse 30
CH Spurgeon on John 19 verse 30 What did the Saviour accomplish when He cried, ‘It is finished’? Reflecting on John 19:30, C. H. Spurgeon shows how Christ fulfilled Scripture, completed perfect obedience and satisfied divine justice for His people. He proclaims the defeat of sin, Satan and death, urging troubled believers and burdened sinners to rest in Christ’s finished work. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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October 27 · 8 min
The Earth Opened Her Mouth — Joseph Hall on Numbers 16
The Earth Opened Her Mouth Numbers 16:32 As Korah’s rebellion reaches its dreadful end, Moses and Aaron still plead for the people who have opposed them. Joseph Hall considers God’s judgment, the mercy that distinguishes the followers from their leaders, and the need to separate from sin. It is folly to flee from punishment while refusing to turn from the evil that brings it. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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#75
October 26 · 11 min
CH Spurgeon on John 19 verses 28–30
CH Spurgeon on John 19 verses 28–30 Why did the Lord of every fountain cry, ‘I thirst’? Reflecting on John 19:28–30, C. H. Spurgeon considers Christ’s true humanity, His sympathy with our weakness and His suffering in the sinner’s place. He calls us to trust the finished work of our Substitute, thirst for holiness and long for the salvation of others. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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October 26 · 9 min
Korah's Rebellion — Joseph Hall on Numbers 16
Korah's Rebellion Numbers 16:3 Korah’s rebellion clothed ambition in flattering words about the holiness of the people. Joseph Hall uncovers the envy beneath this challenge to Moses and Aaron, and the danger of leaders drawing others into sin. He calls us to persevere where God has placed us, trust him with his own cause, and answer ambition with thankfulness. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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#74
October 25 · 8 min
CH Spurgeon on John 19 verses 23–37
CH Spurgeon on John 19 verses 23–37 How should the love of Christ at the cross move our hearts? Reflecting on John 19:23–37, C. H. Spurgeon traces the fulfilment of Scripture through the soldiers’ actions, the Saviour’s care for His mother and His finished redeeming work. He calls us to willing obedience and points to cleansing from sin’s guilt and power through Christ. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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October 25 · 6 min
Let Us Go Up — Joseph Hall on Numbers 13
Let Us Go Up Numbers 13:30 Caleb saw the same giants and fortified cities as the other spies, yet urged Israel to go forward. Joseph Hall contrasts the courage of faith with the fear that made the people long for Egypt. Moses and Aaron’s patient pleading, and God’s appearing in their extremity, warn us against drawing back when obedience becomes difficult. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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October 24 · 7 min
We Be Not Able — Joseph Hall on Numbers 13
We Be Not Able Numbers 13:31 The spies carried the fruit of Canaan, yet their hearts were weighed down with unbelief. Joseph Hall shows how distrust magnifies dangers and forgets God’s promises. Against the fearful report of the multitude stands Caleb’s courage: faith measures its enemies by God’s power and is willing to stand alone for the truth. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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#73
October 24 · 11 min
CH Spurgeon on John 19 verses 1–22
CH Spurgeon on John 19 verses 1–22 Will we receive the rejected Saviour as our King? Reflecting on John 19:1–22, C. H. Spurgeon considers Christ’s suffering, divine majesty and tender mercy amid cruelty and mockery. He contrasts Pilate’s weakness and the crowd’s rejection with the greatness of the willing Lamb of God, calling us to bow gladly before the Crucified. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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October 23 · 7 min
Heal Her Now, O God — Joseph Hall on Numbers 12
Heal Her Now, O God Numbers 12:13 Miriam wounded Moses with her tongue; Moses sought to heal her with his prayers. Joseph Hall reflects on God’s rebuke, Aaron’s repentance and Moses’ remarkable meekness towards the sister who opposed him. Even the delay of her recovery teaches us that God may defer our requests for our good and the warning of others. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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#72
October 23 · 7 min
CH Spurgeon on John 18 verses 28–40
CH Spurgeon on John 18 verses 28–40 What does it mean to hear the voice of Christ the King? Reflecting on John 18:28–40, C. H. Spurgeon follows Jesus before Pilate, exposing outward religious scruples alongside inward wickedness. He considers God’s purpose fulfilled through human sin, the spiritual nature of Christ’s kingdom, and the solemn rejection of the faultless Saviour in favour of Barabbas. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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October 22 · 9 min
Hath the Lord Spoken Only by Moses? — Joseph Hall on Numbers 12
Hath the Lord Spoken Only by Moses? Numbers 12:2 Even those closest to Moses were not free from envy. Reflecting on Miriam and Aaron’s complaint, Joseph Hall exposes the pride beneath their challenge to God’s appointed servant. Moses’ meekness teaches us to entrust our cause to God, and to remember that courage and gentleness may dwell together in the same heart. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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#71
October 22 · 11 min
CH Spurgeon on John 18 verse 25
CH Spurgeon on John 18 verse 25 Would others recognise you as a disciple of Christ—and would you gladly own His name? Reflecting on John 18:25, C. H. Spurgeon considers the signs of discipleship in our companions, speech, prayer and changed desires. He urges believers to share the Saviour’s reproach, witness for Him and rest confidently in His unchanging love. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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October 21 · 8 min
Aaron Held His Peace — Joseph Hall on Leviticus 10
Aaron Held His Peace Leviticus 10:3 What does it mean to submit to God when his judgments grieve us? Joseph Hall considers Aaron’s silence after the death of Nadab and Abihu. He warns against departing from God’s appointed worship and shows that true submission reaches beyond a quiet tongue to a heart resting in God’s justice and wisdom. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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#70
October 21 · 9 min
CH Spurgeon on John 18 verses 12–27
CH Spurgeon on John 18 verses 12–27 How easily can a disciple deny the Lord he loves? Reflecting on John 18:12–27, C. H. Spurgeon contrasts Christ’s composure under injustice with Peter’s weakness in temptation. He warns against choosing expediency over obedience, trusting ourselves, and seeking comfort among Christ’s enemies, calling us to depend on grace and repent of unfaithfulness. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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October 20 · 8 min
Strange Fire — Joseph Hall on Leviticus 10
Strange Fire Leviticus 10:2 Why did the fire that accepted Israel’s sacrifice consume Aaron’s sons? Reflecting on Leviticus 10, Joseph Hall warns against bringing our own inventions into God’s worship. He calls us to fervent faith, perseverance and the diligent use of the Word, prayer and the sacraments, remembering that religious privilege never excuses disobedience. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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#69
October 20 · 9 min
CH Spurgeon on John 18 verses 1–11
CH Spurgeon on John 18 verses 1–11 How should believers meet suffering and temptation? Reflecting on John 18:1–11, C. H. Spurgeon follows the Saviour into Gethsemane, where He faces betrayal with divine power, calm submission and tender care for His disciples. He calls us to prepare for trials in prayer, watch against unfaithfulness, and receive the cup our heavenly Father gives us. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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October 19 · 11 min
CH Spurgeon on John 17 verse 26
CH Spurgeon on John 17 verse 26 What is the highest blessing Christ asks for His people? Reflecting on John 17:26, C. H. Spurgeon considers the Father’s love dwelling in believers and Christ Himself living within them. He shows how knowing God leads to love, and calls us to draw joy, strength and confidence from the Saviour’s abiding presence in everyday life. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/ Read this devotional on the Metropolitan Tabernacle website (John 17, verse 26)
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October 19 · 8 min
The Shining Face and the Veil — Joseph Hall on Exodus 34
The Shining Face and the Veil Exodus 34:29 Why did Moses’ shining face fill Israel with fear? Joseph Hall reflects on the glory that followed his fellowship with God and the veil used before the people. Considering Exodus 34 and its fulfilment in Christ, he contrasts the obscurity of the law with the light of the Gospel, calling us to sincerity before God. Waters from Cherith is an official sermons podcast from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London. Listen to our other podcasts: The Word in Your Ear Sermons from the Metropolitan Tabernacle, London https://feeds.captivate.fm/word-in-your-ear/ Sword & Trowel Reformed Articles and Ministry on Vital Topics https://feeds.captivate.fm/sword-trowel/ For an extensive collection of sermons, articles and other materials, visit: https://metropolitantabernacle.org/
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