February 1974 Issue
A Holy, Healthy, Happy People
N.R. Dower
"IT WAS not the will of God that the coming of Christ should be thus delayed. God did not design that His people, Israel, should wander forty years in the wilderness. He promised to lead them directly to the land of Canaan, and establish them there a holy, healthy, happy people. But those to whom it was first preached, went not in 'because of unbelief.' Their hearts were filled with murmuring, rebellion, and hatred, and He could not fulfill His covenant with them. . .
"IT WAS not the will of God that the coming of Christ should be thus delayed. God did not design that His people, Israel, should wander forty years in the wilderness. He promised to lead them directly to the land of Canaan, and establish them there a holy, healthy, happy people. But those to whom it was first preached, went not in 'because of unbelief.' Their hearts were filled with murmuring, rebellion, and hatred, and He could not fulfill His covenant with them. . .Revival and That Agenda
Orley M. Berg
The fourth business session of the now historic annual council of 1973 was called to order at 9:30 on the morning of October 9 by Neal C. Wilson, vice-president of the General Conference for the North American Division. But before plunging into the heavy agenda, crowded with numerous items, the chairman expressed appreciation for the morning devotional message. . .
The fourth business session of the now historic annual council of 1973 was called to order at 9:30 on the morning of October 9 by Neal C. Wilson, vice-president of the General Conference for the North American Division. But before plunging into the heavy agenda, crowded with numerous items, the chairman expressed appreciation for the morning devotional message. . .Where Did Moses Get it?
Ernest Lloyd
AN INFIDEL lawyer had been told by his physician that a fatal disease had fastened itself upon him and that recovery was impossible. With death staring him in the face, the lawyer went to a friend of his, who was a Christian, and asked for instruction in the Christian religion. The friend urged him to get a Bible and to study it, patiently and sympathetically, as he would his law books. . .
AN INFIDEL lawyer had been told by his physician that a fatal disease had fastened itself upon him and that recovery was impossible. With death staring him in the face, the lawyer went to a friend of his, who was a Christian, and asked for instruction in the Christian religion. The friend urged him to get a Bible and to study it, patiently and sympathetically, as he would his law books. . .God's Priorities
Robert H. Pierson
A QUESTION frequently asked me, especially when I am with young people, is, "What is your work? What is involved in it?" In replying to this question I usually explain about the committees and boards, the personnel problems, the financial problems, the approving and adopting of building plans, the study of administrative policies for the various fields, the days we spend on occasions studying the wage scale, and our dealings with government agencies. . .
A QUESTION frequently asked me, especially when I am with young people, is, "What is your work? What is involved in it?" In replying to this question I usually explain about the committees and boards, the personnel problems, the financial problems, the approving and adopting of building plans, the study of administrative policies for the various fields, the days we spend on occasions studying the wage scale, and our dealings with government agencies. . .War, Worship, and Worlds End
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THE first "battle" in this world, the first shedding of human blood, was over the issue of worship. It transpired at the very gates of Eden when one brother slew the other. "And wherefore slew he him? Because his own works were evil, arid his brother's righteous" (1 John 3:12). But of more interest to us probably is the fact that the last battle of earth is also to be over the manner of worship. History begins and ends with religious conflict. . .
THE first "battle" in this world, the first shedding of human blood, was over the issue of worship. It transpired at the very gates of Eden when one brother slew the other. "And wherefore slew he him? Because his own works were evil, arid his brother's righteous" (1 John 3:12). But of more interest to us probably is the fact that the last battle of earth is also to be over the manner of worship. History begins and ends with religious conflict. . .The Prophetic Jigsaw
Ritchie Way
MISINTERPRETATION of prophecy has plagued the Christian church from its inception. John 21:20-23 mentions that Jesus revealed to Peter a glimmering of his fate. Peter, eager to know how John also would fare, asked, "What shall this man do?" Jesus replied, "If I will that he tarry till I come, what is that to thee?"
MISINTERPRETATION of prophecy has plagued the Christian church from its inception. John 21:20-23 mentions that Jesus revealed to Peter a glimmering of his fate. Peter, eager to know how John also would fare, asked, "What shall this man do?" Jesus replied, "If I will that he tarry till I come, what is that to thee?"The Time of the "Times of Refreshing"
W. E. Read
"REPENT ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord; and he shall send Jesus Christ, which be fore was preached unto you: whom the heaven must receive until the times of restitution of all things, which God hath spoken by the mouth of all his holy prophets since the world began" (Acts 3:19-21).
"REPENT ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord; and he shall send Jesus Christ, which be fore was preached unto you: whom the heaven must receive until the times of restitution of all things, which God hath spoken by the mouth of all his holy prophets since the world began" (Acts 3:19-21).Confirmation
Paul H. Eldridge
WHEN Paul wrote his first letter to the church in Corinth, he included among his words of greeting this unique expression: "The testimony of Christ was confirmed in you.". . .
WHEN Paul wrote his first letter to the church in Corinth, he included among his words of greeting this unique expression: "The testimony of Christ was confirmed in you.". . .The Need for Doctrinal Preaching
Arthur H. Stainback
THERE is too much prejudice against doctrine in our day, especially against doctrinal preaching. Some hold that doctrines are too obscure, too difficult to explain to the lay mind, and that, since there are so many different opinions, such discussions and sermons result in confusion rather than knowledge. Sadly, some have gone so far as to claim it does not matter what a man believes so long as he behaves himself and attends church. . .
THERE is too much prejudice against doctrine in our day, especially against doctrinal preaching. Some hold that doctrines are too obscure, too difficult to explain to the lay mind, and that, since there are so many different opinions, such discussions and sermons result in confusion rather than knowledge. Sadly, some have gone so far as to claim it does not matter what a man believes so long as he behaves himself and attends church. . .Pathfinders After 25 Years
Ron M. Wisbey
I FIRST came face to face with the wonderful world of Pathfindering fifteen years ago as a young pastor located in a small community several hundred miles from the conference office, ministering to a small congregation. . .
I FIRST came face to face with the wonderful world of Pathfindering fifteen years ago as a young pastor located in a small community several hundred miles from the conference office, ministering to a small congregation. . .The Work of the Heshbon Survey Team, 1973
S. Douglas Waterhouse
ONE of the aims of this past season's excavation at Heshbon was to gain an archeological picture of occupational sites in the vicinity of Tell Hesban, with special emphasis on thoroughly ex ploring the very large valley, Wadi Hesban, which lies to the north and west of the Tell. A small survey team of four was assembled to accomplish this task and, in addition, to attempt to solve the problem of tracing a Roman road known to have ascended from Livias (modern Tell er-Rameh) in the Jordan Valley to Esbus (the Latin designation for Biblical Heshbon). . .
ONE of the aims of this past season's excavation at Heshbon was to gain an archeological picture of occupational sites in the vicinity of Tell Hesban, with special emphasis on thoroughly ex ploring the very large valley, Wadi Hesban, which lies to the north and west of the Tell. A small survey team of four was assembled to accomplish this task and, in addition, to attempt to solve the problem of tracing a Roman road known to have ascended from Livias (modern Tell er-Rameh) in the Jordan Valley to Esbus (the Latin designation for Biblical Heshbon). . .Waldensian Medical Missionaries
Dunbar W. Smith
THE WALDENSES are among our spiritual forebears. They constitute a link between the early Christian church and the churches of the Reformation. They were the seed of the woman, the church in the wilderness, that fled from the wrath of the dragon who cast water out of his mouth to carry them all away, as depicted in the twelfth chapter of the book of Revelation. . .
THE WALDENSES are among our spiritual forebears. They constitute a link between the early Christian church and the churches of the Reformation. They were the seed of the woman, the church in the wilderness, that fled from the wrath of the dragon who cast water out of his mouth to carry them all away, as depicted in the twelfth chapter of the book of Revelation. . .Thrust for Evangelism Among Moslems
Kenneth Oster
TO THE ordained ministry of the Seventh-day Adventist Church belongs the special responsibility of obeying the Lord's injunction: "Co ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature" (Mark 16:15).
TO THE ordained ministry of the Seventh-day Adventist Church belongs the special responsibility of obeying the Lord's injunction: "Co ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature" (Mark 16:15).The Doctor-Minister Team in the Church
Carl Sundin
The health evangelism program now being developed by the General Conference Health Department and the Ministerial Association actually calls for the joint efforts of every member of the church to accomplish a great forward thrust in soul winning. No one is counted out. All are embraced in this total effort for Christ. . .
The health evangelism program now being developed by the General Conference Health Department and the Ministerial Association actually calls for the joint efforts of every member of the church to accomplish a great forward thrust in soul winning. No one is counted out. All are embraced in this total effort for Christ. . .Ministry to the Depressed (Part 3)
David Duffie
IN PREVIOUS articles we have briefly viewed the physical and psychological aspects of depression. Now let us concentrate upon its spiritual dimensions. . .
IN PREVIOUS articles we have briefly viewed the physical and psychological aspects of depression. Now let us concentrate upon its spiritual dimensions. . .Sanctuary of the Heart
Gladys Beach
We find stores all over the country vying with one another to see which can sell the most of these symbols of love. Some of these tokens are overly sentimental, some maudlin in their demonstrative outbursts, some express a deep and tender devotion. It's good to celebrate such a day. It keeps us young and romantic. We need such occasions to warm our hearts. . .
We find stores all over the country vying with one another to see which can sell the most of these symbols of love. Some of these tokens are overly sentimental, some maudlin in their demonstrative outbursts, some express a deep and tender devotion. It's good to celebrate such a day. It keeps us young and romantic. We need such occasions to warm our hearts. . .The Wives of the Prophet
William E. Barton
Reprinted by permission from Safed and Keturah, William E. Barton, John Knox Press, Richmond, Virginia.
Reprinted by permission from Safed and Keturah, William E. Barton, John Knox Press, Richmond, Virginia.Organizing the Topical Sermon
Steven P. Vitrano
YOU have been asked to preach next Sabbath. What are you going to preach about? Or perhaps the question should be, What should you preach about? The reason for changing the question is that preaching is not a matter of proclaiming your words, but God's Word. . .
YOU have been asked to preach next Sabbath. What are you going to preach about? Or perhaps the question should be, What should you preach about? The reason for changing the question is that preaching is not a matter of proclaiming your words, but God's Word. . .Asking Questions in Visitation
Monte Church
IT'S AMAZING how some evangelists and pastors can say so little in their visits and in return accurately learn so much about the prospect. In trying to analyze this observation, it seems to me that one of the most powerful tools used is that of tactfully asking questions. . .
IT'S AMAZING how some evangelists and pastors can say so little in their visits and in return accurately learn so much about the prospect. In trying to analyze this observation, it seems to me that one of the most powerful tools used is that of tactfully asking questions. . .Family Appreciation Day--Unique Approach to Evangelism
H. A. Uhl
AN OUTDOOR public Family Appreciation Day rally, featuring the mayor and a family court judge of the city of Rochester, New York, was held at the Highland Park Bowl in this world-famous Kodak city in a successful attempt to develop an innovative community approach to public evangelism. . .
AN OUTDOOR public Family Appreciation Day rally, featuring the mayor and a family court judge of the city of Rochester, New York, was held at the Highland Park Bowl in this world-famous Kodak city in a successful attempt to develop an innovative community approach to public evangelism. . .