April 1939 Issue
Columbia Union's Epochal Council
L.A. King
This highly practical and stimulative council, reported by Ministry request, resulted in a wealth of valuable papers and discussions, many of which will be shared with our readers.
This highly practical and stimulative council, reported by Ministry request, resulted in a wealth of valuable papers and discussions, many of which will be shared with our readers.Successful Follow-Up Work
Robert L. Boothby
Crowds alone do not necessarily spell success for an evangelistic campaign. In the final analysis, success must be measured by souls won for the kingdom of God.
Crowds alone do not necessarily spell success for an evangelistic campaign. In the final analysis, success must be measured by souls won for the kingdom of God.The Small Effort Essential
J. L. Shuler
Two mistaken concepts are reacting unfavorably against the holding of small evangelistic efforts.
Two mistaken concepts are reacting unfavorably against the holding of small evangelistic efforts.Christian Evidences in Evangelism
W. L. Emmerson
If our ministry is to be effective, we must adapt our methods of presentation to the mental and spiritual outlook of the generation in which we live.
If our ministry is to be effective, we must adapt our methods of presentation to the mental and spiritual outlook of the generation in which we live.Proper Approach to the Hindu Mind
L.G. Mookerjee
Pastor Mookerjee, whose forefathers were Hindus of the Brahman or sacerdotal caste, has now thirty-seven years of faithful service in India to his credit. He writes with an intimate understanding of Indian viewpoints, customs, and Problems. The development of such efficient workers indigenous to the various lands of earth is a cheering omen of progress.
Pastor Mookerjee, whose forefathers were Hindus of the Brahman or sacerdotal caste, has now thirty-seven years of faithful service in India to his credit. He writes with an intimate understanding of Indian viewpoints, customs, and Problems. The development of such efficient workers indigenous to the various lands of earth is a cheering omen of progress.International Missionary Conference
R.B. Thurber
A report and appraisal of world missionary council held at Madras, India, December 1938.
A report and appraisal of world missionary council held at Madras, India, December 1938.Current Field Training Notes
Various Authors
College Ministerial Seminars
College Ministerial SeminarsChrist in Every Sermon—No. 2
Carlyle B. Haynes
It is by the mighty argument of the cross that the Spirit will bring conviction to bear upon hearts.
It is by the mighty argument of the cross that the Spirit will bring conviction to bear upon hearts.The Choir Rehearsal
Harold A. Miller
With no endeavor to cover every detail of the rehearsal, it will still be profitable to discuss some of the things that should claim the director's attention.
With no endeavor to cover every detail of the rehearsal, it will still be profitable to discuss some of the things that should claim the director's attention.Editorial Keynotes
LeRoy E. Froom
Advent Source Research Values—No. 2
Advent Source Research Values—No. 2Harnessing All Resources
J. J. Reiswig
It is important that we give study to the question of evangelizing our fields on a limited budget.
It is important that we give study to the question of evangelizing our fields on a limited budget.The Pastor's Responsibility
Arthur A. Cone
The attitude of the pastor toward any phase of the Lord's work is reflected in the attitude of the members of his flock.
The attitude of the pastor toward any phase of the Lord's work is reflected in the attitude of the members of his flock.The Evangelist's Obligation
J. L. Shuler
Every evangelist is primarily concerned with the accomplishment of two things—persuading the largest possible number of people to accept the truth, and keeping the largest possible number faithful to the end.
Every evangelist is primarily concerned with the accomplishment of two things—persuading the largest possible number of people to accept the truth, and keeping the largest possible number faithful to the end.The President's Part
Various Authors
By E. K. SLADE, President, North Pacific Union Conference Wherever we have believers, we have Sabbath schools. Our Sabbath school work is perhaps the best-organized department of our denominational work. Great improvements have been made through the years in developing…
Literature Augments Results
E.E. Craven
I am a profound believer in the literature ministry, and often think how thankful we should be for the printed page, which carries the message to quarters which the voice often fails to reach, and preserves the impressions of truth when the sound of human words has died away.
I am a profound believer in the literature ministry, and often think how thankful we should be for the printed page, which carries the message to quarters which the voice often fails to reach, and preserves the impressions of truth when the sound of human words has died away.The Conquest of the Physical
W.G. Wirth
Although man, through present civilization and its scientific and mechanical values, has learned much in quest of the physical world, this is not true as it concerns the physical well-being of man himself.
Although man, through present civilization and its scientific and mechanical values, has learned much in quest of the physical world, this is not true as it concerns the physical well-being of man himself.Principles of Healthful Cookery*
Esther L. Gardner
We are also told that it is "a sacred duty for those who cook to learn how to prepare healthful food.
We are also told that it is "a sacred duty for those who cook to learn how to prepare healthful food.The Unique Prince Georges Clinic*
Ruth Conard
How the Lord is blessing the work in Maryland.
How the Lord is blessing the work in Maryland.An Imperative Investment
Irwin H. Evans
The General Conference in open session and in three consecutive Autumn Councils has recommended that the denomination establish a Theological Seminary where our younger ministers may be offered opportunity for advanced study in Biblical languages, Biblical interpretation, Biblical archeology, homiletics, evangelism, and related topics.
The General Conference in open session and in three consecutive Autumn Councils has recommended that the denomination establish a Theological Seminary where our younger ministers may be offered opportunity for advanced study in Biblical languages, Biblical interpretation, Biblical archeology, homiletics, evangelism, and related topics.Better Evangelistic Methods
A.O. Sage
Towards better and more engaging soulsaving work.
Towards better and more engaging soulsaving work.Our Conduct in the Pulpit
Robert S. Joyce
The impressions formed by our pulpit conduct often determine the reception of the message.
The impressions formed by our pulpit conduct often determine the reception of the message.Use of "Professor"
W. Homer Teesdale
There seems to be a wider use of the term "professor" among our own schools than is customary in non-Adventist institutions. Is there any rule to guide us as to when a person should be called professor?
There seems to be a wider use of the term "professor" among our own schools than is customary in non-Adventist institutions. Is there any rule to guide us as to when a person should be called professor?Editorial Postscripts
LeRoy E. Froom
Principle!—The life that is motivated by unswerving allegiance to principle is the only one that will stand the test in the final crisis. It is comparatively easy to live the ostensibly Christian life when, amid favoring surroundings, we are protected in our liberty…