Kansas City Bible College - Armour Bearer Yearbook (Kansas City, MO)

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PAGE EIGHT THE COMMENTATOR QUESTION. Box . CContinued from Page 45 ament. CSee Matt. 5:17, 7:12g 11:13g 27Z35Q Luke 16:16g Acts 26:22, 27.D In Ephesians 3:4, 5 Paul called all the New Testament writers prophets. He says, Whereby, when ye read, ye may under- stand my knowledge in the mystery of Christ which in other ages was not made known unto the sons of men, as it is now revealed unto his holy apostles and pro- phets by the Spirit. The same thought is brought out by God to Moses when he tells Moses that Aaron shall be his spokes- man to the people. Then He adds that Aaron will be His prophet. By this we see that irrespective of whether the Bible is giving history, or presnt circumstances, or future events, it is all prophecy in the Scriptural sense of the word. A prophet of God, then, is one who speaks God's words, and the words he speaks constitute the prophecy of God. If what you did for the Lord yesterday still looks big to you, you have not done much for Him today. 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HALLEY, Box 714, Chicago 90, lllillbli For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him. should not perish, but have everlasting life. -John 3:16 Midwest Plumbing and Heot ng Co. 6243 Prospect Ja-5757 Kansas City, Mo. MY TALK WITH JESUS ' CContinued from Page 41 . ing my sins upon Himself, and paying the penalty for me. How awed I felt then as I looked up at Him on Calvary's cross and realized that He was there because He wanted to draw me to Himself. Stand- ing there, I wished that I could have taken all the brutality for Him and taken His place there on the cross, but I know that I could not have come back to life again. It was His work- the work for which He had left heaven's glory, had emptied Him- self as it were, and humbled Himself, and became obedient, even to the death on the cross. Yes, I was truly born again. Can I offer excuses for my silence? I have none. He knows and understands, and He said that He came not into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved. After they took His body down, I brought a mixture of myrrh and aloes that I might prepare His body., Joseph of Ari- mathea shared with me the responsibility of preparing His body. I would not have let anyone else do this job- I wanted it because I loved Him. The vision is fading again now, and I am here all alone in my room. Although He rose from th-e grave and ascended to the right hand oflthe Father, His presence is as real to me now as if I-Ie had never left. Truly He has not left me nor for- saken me from that time until now. My eyes are getting dim, mists seem to be coming up before me. I pray that the next thing I shall see will be the beloved face of Him who died that I might have eter- nal life. e U llel Opportunity to give . - them a gospel witness by 3 trained personal workers 1 also in the service. 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THE COMMENTATOR ' ervant of the rest: and none was to aspire o be the leader The way to be the great- st m the house of God is to be the hum- lest and best servant of all. The experiences that the disciples had, lus that wonderful anointing of the Holy pirit at Pentecost made the servants of od bold and zealous Their language and ctions were of such character that Christ eceived the glory from the lips of their nemies These men did not bow down 1 the restraining influences of Satan's ollowers but spoke as God's men. Their essages were powerful and effective. God ant it may be so with us. A MISSIONARY MINISTRY CConti'n.ued from Page 13 ave a definite burden. The remainder of e expense of this program is handled by ersonal support of the missionaries and y general contributions from individuals d churches. The wonderfully high percentage of af- ative responses to this mailing min- stry is evidence of the Lord's approval nd blessing upon the work. Many glor- ous conversions result each month. A enator is brought to the Lord, an elevator perator a young man in a penitentiary, n entire family accepts Christ, as the ssionaries make the follow-up calls. Those who confess Christ continue to e ministered to as the occasion requires: 1 If the sponsor lives in the same com- unity the situation is easily handled. I e new convert worships with the spon- or as a natural result. 2 If the convert is in another city, he placed in contact with a fundamental hurch in his own area. 3 If there is no fundamental church variable as is sometimes the case in a arsely settled area the 'I'ract Band be- arries on what is called Christian Coun- elor mailing until such time as the con- ert moves to a place where a fundament- l church is available or one is established his area. There are many converts with hom the Tract Band has been corres- nding for years particularly in peni- As the work continued to expand, the ames of servicemen naturally were pre- ented Soon the Lord supplied a means f following up the mail within the armed orces personnel through the Christian litary Men s Committee. This newly or- anized group of earnest Christian ser- icemen in all branches of our nation's rmed forces offered to use its personnel o make the follow-up calls in any branch f the service anywhere in the world. The rector of the Big Brother Tract Band erves as secretary of the CMMC with oint offices of the two organizations in on Ohio. Only God Himself could give such glor- ous op n doors of opportunity, but the rowth of this ever widening ministry con- nues Equipment has been purchased to ite in every major language of the orld As this age of grace comes to a lose great sections of the world are be- ng denied to missionaries from the west- rn hemisphere. The mailed message may oon be all that we in America can give in ertain countries. The Apostle Paul wrote. Romans 1:15 As much as in me is, I m ready to preach the gospel. If the I l 5 . . , ' . . 2 , , . I , ins-a Bible study program by mail, and 7 1 4 . I 1 entlaries. I . . , I ' 1 I 5 h e I , Sl only preaching we can do maybe by mail, then we can count upon our all-powerful Lord to bless greatly the written message to the saving of precious souls. New sponsors, from practically every state in the Union, are being added daily, as Christian people learn of the gracious things our Lord is doing through the Tract Band. TI-IE MYSTERY OF INIQUITY fCo'n.tinued from Page 33 tion, trucebreakers, false accusers, incon- tinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good, traitors, heady, highminded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of Godg hav- ing a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away. We could easily illustrate this portion of Scripture with everyday happenings from our local newspapers. Today, young peo- ple glory in rebellion against their parents. It is the smart thing to see how much they can do without Mom and Dad knowing about it. Pick up your paper tonight and see where the mind of the world is turn- ing by the proportion of advertising of pleasures as compared with the things of God. Our paper every day carries a full page of ads on the pleasures of the world, but only one page a week is given to all religious advertising. Certainly there is a spirit of lawlessness prevailing in the hearts of men today. 3. Lastly, it is working in the sphere of religion. Satan's supreme desire is to be worshiped as God. Paul says in I Corinth- ians 10:20, The things which the Gentiles sacrifice, they sacrifice to devils, and not to God. All heathen and idolatrous wor- ship is devil worship: in fact, any religious system that leaves out Christ in His Per- son and work is devil worship. Paul says that Satan has blinded the minds of them that believe not. This religious form may be concealed under the cloke of hmnan righteousness, love one another, or in the superstition of heathen worship: but it all shuts out the need of the soul for Christ and leaves the individual in spiritual darknes. Then Satan is spoken of as having his ministers of righteousness, who say that if you are right with your fellow man, God will ac- cept that righteousness and permit you to enter heaven: but Christ says, No man cometh unto the Father, but by me fJohn 14:63. Satan causes the people to rebel at admitting they are sinners and need the crucified Christ as their substitute. For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishnessg but unto us which are saved it is the power of God CI Cor. 1:83. This mystery of lawlessness is truly at workg and, as John said in his first epistle, The whole world lieth in wickedness 15: 193, or rather, in the hand of the wicked one. But Paul continues in II Thessalon- ians 2:7 to say that this mystery of law- lessness is held back, or checked, by one person, and this one can be none other than the Holy Spirit, for I John 4:4 says, Greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. The Holy Spirit through the believer is holding this lawlessness in check in the world. We can see what will be the chaotic condition of the world when He is taken out of the way, by looking at nations that today have tried to stamp out Christianity and have become extremely lawless. Jesus said to His disciples, Ye are the PAGE SEVEN NEW BOOKS Best Bible Verses to Memorize, arranged by Joseph Larson Cpublished by the au- thor, 571 Stuart Street, Denver, Colorado, 35 cents, 40 pages3, is a selection of 365 Scripture verses, arranged 7 each under 52 subjects. The course is recommended for vacation Bible schools, memory con- tests, and home study. Because the sub- jects follow a deepening scale of Christian experience, they are especially appropri- ate for new converts who deisre to mem- orize the Word of God. The Biblical Illustrator, Volume I, Mat- thew, edited by Joseph S. Exell CBaker Book House, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 688 pages, 54.95, 54.50 per volume with sub- scription for the 57 volumes of the set3. This compilation of sermon material in- cludes a wealth of outlines, expository notes, practical lessons, and illustrations selected from the writings of more than 900 Bible students and pulpit masters of all centuries. The present volume, pro- duced in larger and more readable type than the original, is expected to be off the press about January 31, 1952, with 4 other volumes of the set of 57 planned for ap- pearance during the year. Bedtime Stories, by Theodore W. Eng- strom CZondervan Publishing House, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 162 pages, 51.953, is a collection of 32 favorite stories by various men and women who have been used of God in winning boys and girls for Christ. These are true stories based on Bible truths- a most delightful volume for bedtime reading. Battlefront Messages, by Edward E. Ham 1193 pages, 32503. These inspiring ser- mons, prepared through the years by Dr. Mordecai F. Ham, demonstrate the deep yearning of this evangelist for the souls of men. The messages are taken from various Scriptures and are applied in a gracious manner to the heart and life. They are especially valuable for reaching the unsaved and for instructing young preachers in methods of presenting the gospel. H Whiter Than Snow and Little Dot, by Mrs. O. F. Walton CMoody Press, Chicago, 126 pages, S.753. The two stories in this little book have a strong gospel appeal for junior age children. In each case the narrative leads through suffering, and climaxes in a death scene. They might well be used where the reality of life af- ter death needs to be emphasized. SECOND SEMESTER NIGHT SCHOOL Mondays 6:30 - 9:00 P.M. Begins January 28, 1952 COME salt of the earth. As salt prevents the spread of corruption, so the Christian to- day is empowered by the Holy Spirit to prevent the spread of lawlessness. He ac- complishes this politically, by praying for the authorities: socially, by glorifying the Lord Jesus in his manner of lifeg relig- iously, by giving the gospel of Christ to the world, for it is the power of God un- to salvation to every one that believes.

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Published by The Kansas City Bible College FEBRUARY, 1952 THE GLORY OF SACRIFICE A MINISTER OF THE GOSPEL BY RALPH W. MITCHELL Regional Director- The Pocket Testament League A young school teacher, a member of the League, came into the office a few weeks ago, and after we had enjoyed some fellowship together in the things of the Lord, she presented her contri- bution for the work. Miss Hawn, our of- fice secretary, opened the envelope which contained -no less than five twenty dollar bills, along with a little note, For Script- ures in Japan. When I began to express thanks on behalf of the League for such a generous gift, this dear young servant of Christ said sweetly, Mr. Mitchell, it is the Lord's money, and He told me to do this. Then she added, After all, when the Lord Jesus gave Himself for us, can we hold back anything from Him? This is the true Christian reasoning, and it demonstrates the glory of sacrifice. Such was the argument of the Apostle Paul re- peatedly in his epistles when he was anxi- ous to secure the deepest loyalty and the greatest service from the saints of God. His appeal was always in relation to Cal- vary. Think of his plea to the Romans, I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the merices of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service CRom. 12:17. There is that well known story of King David who desired to buy the threshing floor of Araunah that he might erect an altar to God. That patriotic Jebusite de- sired of the king that he should accept it as a present. The suggestion of Araunah was kindly, but it was abhorrent to King David, who said, Nay: but I will surely buy it of thee at a price: neither will I offer burnt offerings unto the Lord my God of that which dost cost me nothing CII Sam. 24: 245. Now, of course, no Jew came to his worship empty-handed. To give of his means was a part of his devotions. Of the thirteen boxes in the temple treasury, four were for the free-will offerings of the peo- le. This fine spirit of the ancient wor- ship later passed over into the worship of the church and was enormously deepened and intensified by the glowing thought of the sacrifice of our Lord Jesus Christ. 'Thanks be unto God for his unspeak- able gift CII Cor. 91152 was the main- pring of Christian liberality. It was the arming thought of all that Christ had iven which quickened the poorest to be THE PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE Letters from our missionaries in foreign fields reveal to us afresh the great benefit that is derived from the training and the teaching given in this college. There are many essen- tial requirements in the Christian life and service which are not found written in books. These practical advantages are obtained through our Christian Service Department. The students learn to work well with others and to bear patiently with those who differ from them. It is a joy, indeed, to see the growth which our students make during their years of study with us. Our fellow-helpers would be delighted to see the transformed lives of these splendid young Christian workers. Your assistance in our training pro- gram will bring to you the joy of knowing that lives are bearing fruit for god in the far-flung Helds of the ear . giving, toog and that so sanctified the Christian oifertory that Paul could speak of the resurrection triumph and then, as if unconscious of descent add, Now con- cerning the collection . . . CI Cor. 16:11. While all such offerings were acceptable to God and while all brought a blessing to the giver, yet it was felt from earliest times that the true offering must touch on self-denial. Shall I offer to my Lorcl that which doth cost me nothing? It is such touches amidst all his failures that reveal the true genius of the king. Then, too, we have all heard of how our blessed Lord Jesus commended the widow for her two mites which He pronounced a rich gift because there was self-denial in the giving. She of her want did cast in all that she had, even all her livingi' CMark 12:44J. It was a wonderful cry that broke from the lips of Zacchaeus when he came face to face with Jesus. Lord, he cried. looking upon Jesus, The half of my goods I give to the poor CLuke 19:85. He had always given in his Jewish way- he had never entered the temple without giving- but now under the gaze of Jesus Christ he felt that he could not give enough. Breth- ren, that is the mark of Christian givingg it reaches over into self-denial. You may give as a citizen and never feel it, but I CCofnt-inued on Page 85 BY TRUMAN PAGE President, Alumni Association, Kansas City Bible College A recent news item tells of a church calling a new minister to its pulpit- a common enough event and always a thrill- ing one. There is certainly no worthier calling than that of a minister of the gos- pel. But just what is a minister of the gospel? One who preaches the gospel- trite but true. But what is the gospel he preaches? Too often, we fear, the preacher of the gospel tends to conine his ministry to only one phase of that gospel- the presentation of God's love for the lost. His work at Calvary, and an appeal to the lost to come to Christ for salvation. All of this is exceptionally worthy and nec- essary. But this is just one of the infinite variety of truths found in scripture, or per- haps we should say, the evangelistic appeal to the sinner is just one aspect of the Gos- pel of God. It is a fact few Christians like to admit, yet it is too disconcertingly true, that our churches are not Hlled with sinners seek- ing to be saved. In the average church audience a show of hands of those claiming to be saved would include almost all pres- ent. Of course some of these would be making false claims, and some churches would have a larger proportion than others of unsaved in attendance. Yet our audi- ences are predominately saved , or, at least, claiming to be so. The lost simply do not go to church and the fact may as well be faced. And indeed, why should they? They have no interest in God. If our audiences are, therefore, mostly Christians, why should there not be more expository preaching of God's Word to these believers than we usually find? Why concentrate on evangelistic preaching if most of our audiences are not composed of lost sinners? A revival of deep teach- ing ministry is a desperate need of the day in our churches. The Bible teaching on separation from evil, stewardship, moral- ity, marriage standards, child training, the life of Christ, community and civic respon- sibilities, are subjects we hear mentioned too little! Is it possible there is too much preaching and not enough teaching of God's Word from our pulpits? We fear these things are true and that a shallow variety of Christianity has aris- en in our midst. A diet of only one food is unhealthy for the body. A spiritual diet of the one subject of salvation by faith alone, CCo'nti1w.ed on Page 71