September 1961 Issue
Pointers for Preachers
Various Authors
"How Readest Thou?", "Prove This Wrong, Otherwise It's Correct", Slaves or Servants?, "The Only Preaching I Can Do"
"How Readest Thou?", "Prove This Wrong, Otherwise It's Correct", Slaves or Servants?, "The Only Preaching I Can Do"Candles in the Night—No. 2
Louise C. Kleuser
DURING the period of the early Christian church, history records many noble examples of womanhood. Christianity was not popular in its infancy; the times were turbulent and many suffered persecution for their faith. We have a number of examples of outstanding women who bore a true witness for Christ, women whose influence was felt outside of their homes as well as in their families.
DURING the period of the early Christian church, history records many noble examples of womanhood. Christianity was not popular in its infancy; the times were turbulent and many suffered persecution for their faith. We have a number of examples of outstanding women who bore a true witness for Christ, women whose influence was felt outside of their homes as well as in their families.Building Up Church Attendance
Helen F. Smith
Are there seats in your church that should be filled? Is your church sometimes accused of being out of touch with the community?
Are there seats in your church that should be filled? Is your church sometimes accused of being out of touch with the community?Our Friends the Lutherans: Discussions on the Contemporary Religions of America—No. 5
Louise C. Kleuser
Lutheranism developed in sixteenth-century Europe from Martin Luther's intense experience with the doctrine of righteousness by faith, instead of by works, as practiced by Roman Catholicism.
Lutheranism developed in sixteenth-century Europe from Martin Luther's intense experience with the doctrine of righteousness by faith, instead of by works, as practiced by Roman Catholicism.The By-products of Evangelism
Henry J. Westphal
Many observers calculate the effectiveness of an evangelistic campaign only on the basis of dividing the total cost of the series by the number of converts baptized. The result is often a figure that seems to prove public evangelism an expensive method of soul winning. But as we count the cost let us consider some valuable byproducts.
Many observers calculate the effectiveness of an evangelistic campaign only on the basis of dividing the total cost of the series by the number of converts baptized. The result is often a figure that seems to prove public evangelism an expensive method of soul winning. But as we count the cost let us consider some valuable byproducts.The Serpent of Genesis 3:1
W. E. Read
Through the centuries, the question has been raised as to whether it was a serpent that deceived Eve, or whether it was Satan who spoke through and used the serpent as the medium of approach.
Through the centuries, the question has been raised as to whether it was a serpent that deceived Eve, or whether it was Satan who spoke through and used the serpent as the medium of approach.More About the Teachings of the "Radio Church of God"
G. Burnside
The everlasting gospel is outlined in Revelation 14 as going to every nation, tongue, and people. Hold fast to Christ and His wonderful message that is so clear, for when people start heeding an offshoot doctrine, there is no saying how far they and all the deceived followers will slide into deceptions.
The everlasting gospel is outlined in Revelation 14 as going to every nation, tongue, and people. Hold fast to Christ and His wonderful message that is so clear, for when people start heeding an offshoot doctrine, there is no saying how far they and all the deceived followers will slide into deceptions.Stewardship and character
Roy Allan Anderson
The greatest days for the evangelistic witness of the church are just ahead. Let us by precept and practice prepare our members for their part in the great advance when the message of God will lighten the whole earth with His glory. Faithfulness on the part of each will supply the needed funds for the advance of God's work. And let us never forget that it is upon a faithful people that God will pour out His Spirit in the showers of the latter rain.
The greatest days for the evangelistic witness of the church are just ahead. Let us by precept and practice prepare our members for their part in the great advance when the message of God will lighten the whole earth with His glory. Faithfulness on the part of each will supply the needed funds for the advance of God's work. And let us never forget that it is upon a faithful people that God will pour out His Spirit in the showers of the latter rain."Agape"—The Great Christian Virtue
A. P. Salom
Many ministers today are limited to the English language in their study of the Bible, and therefore are almost wholly dependent on our English translations. It must always be remembered that our English translations (good as they may be) are translations, and thus have certain limitations.
Many ministers today are limited to the English language in their study of the Bible, and therefore are almost wholly dependent on our English translations. It must always be remembered that our English translations (good as they may be) are translations, and thus have certain limitations.Some Books I Can Recommend
G. Burnside
Book recommendations from George Burnside.
Book recommendations from George Burnside.Why Enoch?
Edward White
The Scriptures tell us that of all earth's millions who have been born since Creation, only two have escaped the last enemy—death. Why were these two men chosen?
The Scriptures tell us that of all earth's millions who have been born since Creation, only two have escaped the last enemy—death. Why were these two men chosen?The Psychology of Decision in Public and Personal Evangelism
Clifford A. Reeves
To evangelize is the supreme mission of the church. It is the primary business of every disciple. It is also the most important work in the universe, because it is the only business the gains of which will survive the wreck of this world and continue to pay dividends in the world that is to come.
To evangelize is the supreme mission of the church. It is the primary business of every disciple. It is also the most important work in the universe, because it is the only business the gains of which will survive the wreck of this world and continue to pay dividends in the world that is to come.A First Step in the Christian Approach to Islam
G. Arthur Keough
In a recent lecture on "Christianity and the Resurgence of Religions," Dr. J. Bouman, of the faculty of the Near East School of Theology, Beirut, Lebanon, made the suggestion that in seeking an approach to Islam perhaps Christians ought to consider first "withdrawing from Christianity."
In a recent lecture on "Christianity and the Resurgence of Religions," Dr. J. Bouman, of the faculty of the Near East School of Theology, Beirut, Lebanon, made the suggestion that in seeking an approach to Islam perhaps Christians ought to consider first "withdrawing from Christianity."Pitfalls of the Ministry
Bert B. Beach
Most professions have what we call professional hazards, special liabilities attached to them. The ministry is no exception.
Most professions have what we call professional hazards, special liabilities attached to them. The ministry is no exception.How Much Education Should a Minister Have?
Norval F. Pease
Throughout Christian history God has called men of varying backgrounds to the Christian ministry. However, when God calls a young man to devote his life to the ministry, He expects him to secure some measure of formal preparation. The question is, How much education should a young aspirant to the ministry seek to attain?
Throughout Christian history God has called men of varying backgrounds to the Christian ministry. However, when God calls a young man to devote his life to the ministry, He expects him to secure some measure of formal preparation. The question is, How much education should a young aspirant to the ministry seek to attain?