Beside the Still Waters: A Sermon

Beside the Still Waters: A Sermon is a reflective sermon by Charles Beard, preached on February 19, 1871, at Renshaw Street Chapel in Liverpool. Written during the Victorian era, it explores how God's influence manifests quietly in both the physical and moral realms, emphasizing the importance of small acts of faith over public displays of heroism. Beard contrasts life's tumult with the serenity of divine influence, advocating for spiritual introspection and the nurturing of faith in silence. The sermon encourages appreciation for the gradual work of God in everyday life, highlighting that true peace stems from inner faithfulness.