Steinbach Bible Institute - Star Yearbook (Steinbach, Manitoba Canada)

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YEAR BOOK fyaouAUi Mr. Jacob N. Wittenberg Mennonite History Orientalism Ukrainian German Rev. G. S. Rempel New Testament English Mr. Archie Penner Christian Evidences Theology English Music — 3 —

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S. B. S Rev. Ben D. Reimer Evangelism Doctrine History Bible Mission PniHcipxU ' A MeAAacje. Proverbs 14: 12; “There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.” As you look into the future, intent upon making your life count, not for self but for God, not for time only but for eternity, two ways beckon to you and claim your attention. One is man’s way, the other is God’s; one is the rational way, the other the way of faith. The one leads to a deep peace and satisfaction, even in the midst of trial and suffering, and eternal reward; the other to a sense of emptiness and heartache in the midst of plenty, and eter¬ nal loss. Referring to man’s way I am not think¬ ing of the unregenerate down and out, living in the mire and filth of the lust of the flesh. No one, looking ahead, plans for that way of life. I am thinking of the way which, according to man’s judgment, is respectable, ethical and honorable. The way that, generally speaking, people want to go; the way to popularity and success, which is so desirable; the way where you are not asked to put God out of your life, nor sacrifice all your principles. You are to be a Christian. You are to have prin¬ ciples. You are to use your good influences. But why take things so seriously? After all you are only human. Everybody has his good points. If you would only stop to take note of their efforts you would see them. Why, if you would put your shoulder to the wheel and your weight in the balances your part of the world will be lifted to a better and cleaner way of life. This is man’s way. Listen! No matter how high and lofty the ideals, they fall far short of God’s standard. No matter how great and good the intentions, they are but as filthy rags. No matter how potent the possibilities, they prove powerless to provide anything of lasting value. No matter how sacrificial the way of life, it is doomed to dismal failure; if we go man’s way. Which, then, is God’s way? It is the way of the cross. Being crucified with Christ once for all. After that a daily dy¬ ing to self and living for Christ. First make sure you are in this way, then be¬ seeching others to follow. For it is im¬ possible to see .God without holiness, to please God without faith, to enter heaven without the new birth. So let us go for¬ ward in the faith once delivered to the saints. Lift up the crucified and risen Saviour. Point sinners, respectable and others, to Him. This is the way to re¬ pentance, faith, peace, salvation and eter¬ nal bliss. — 2 —

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GEORGE UNGER He des Chenes, Man. „God forbid that I should glory save in the cross or our Lord Jesus Christ. ' C R U AM C I F with CHRIST ELVIRA FRIESEN Steinbac ' n, Man. “The Lord is my Rock, and my fortress, and my deliver¬ er; my God; my strength, in whom I will trust.” BUT ALIVE UNTO GOD KATHERINE F. LOEWEN Steinbach, Man. “The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?” I E D ELIZABETH WIEBE Castle Point, Man. “Looking unto Jesus the author and the finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before Him en¬ dured the cross.” — 4 —