Winnipeg Bible Institute - Kings Herald Yearbook (Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada)

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WINNIPEG BIBLE INSTITUTE Pape 11 Selections from Second Year Essays The Christian’s Journey Every Wednesday afternoon an English period at W. B. I. is devoted to the study of John Bun- yan’s immortal “Pilgrim’s Progress.” It is a most interesting story and a source of great bless¬ ing to our hearts We see the spiritual life por¬ trayed as a .journey, starting at the City of De¬ struction and concluding at the Celestial City. As we read, we imagine ourselves travelling along towards the City of God. Having entered at the wicket gate, we were relieved of our burden of sin at the Cross, and were given a robe of right¬ eousness. Many crooked Side-roads would lure us off into pleasant pastures, but we know that only the King ' s Highway, straight and narrow, will lead us into our desired haven. Enemies lurking along the side of the road are ready to attack us at every point, but our King has equipped us with an armour, strong enough to withstand the fiery darts of the wicked one, so we are always more than conquerors “through Him that loved us and gave Himself for us.” Although we do not know what lies before us on this .journey, we are confident that one day we shall reach the Celes¬ tial City where the King Himself shall welcome us home, “and so shall we ever be with the Lord.” —Martjaret Toews. Strength, for the TSfeedy “ For Thou hast been a strength to the needy in his distress, a refuge from the storm, a sha¬ dow from the heat, when the blast of the terrible ones is as a storm against the wall.” Isaiah 25:4. The Lord Jesus Christ truly is a refuge from the storm, a shadow from the heat, and a strength to the needy All around us are people who are turning a deaf ear to the gospel. They are not ready for that day when Christ shall come, but are living as though it were not coming. Many like to think that after death a miracle happens which makes them worthy to be received at God’s right hand. But this miracle must take place before death. Our Lord said, “Ye must be born again.” There are so many false ideas which prevail in many hearts. Jesus wept over the city of Jerusalem because they would not come to Him that they might have life. Unless He is our personal Saviour, we have no “refuge in the time of storm.” “Other refuge have I none, Hangs my helpless soul on Thee. What a comforting thought to know He is a shadow from the heat. A visitor once asked a little Indian orphan what the Lord Jesus Christ meant to her. r lhe reply was very sweet: “He is my mother.” To her, He was One to whom she could run for comfort. She had no mother to comfort her; she learned that He was the One who could meet all her need. The world offers poor comfort to sore and lonely hearts. They know nothing of the “Cleft Rock of Ages,” in whom they can hide. He is the great comforter, the mighty Rock. In the rough places and in the smooth places we can lean on God and He will not fail us, Psa. 37: 23-25. As we lay hold of His promises we find Him always true. —lola Mork. —•— A (glimpse into a ‘Backwoods ‘District Piney, my home town, is in the southern part of Manitoba, and is noted for its beautiful scen¬ ery. There are steep hills with long winding roads through the dense forests, and as you walk along, a wild animal frequently pops out, or a bird rises suddenly in front of you. The huge snowbanks in winter; however, are not so wel¬ come. The people are very friendly and kind, but “the Lord seeth not as man seeth, for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart,” and there are very few of these people who truly believe in Jesus Christ as their Saviour. However, we thank God that He does not forget “back-woods districts” such as Piney, and that He saw lit to send someone to tell us about the undying love of Christ. The Canadian Sunday School Mission has played a great part in bringing the gospel to south-eastern Manitoba. In our district we have divers religions, Catholics, United Church, Lutheran, Unitarians, and others. How impossible it is to please them all in church matters. We have no church building as yet but are starting to build in the town. Services are held meanwhile in the dance hall. The majority of those who come to preach do not proclaim the love of Christ. Summer Bible Schools have been held both north and south of the town, but it was very difficult work because most of the people were indifferent or even opposed to their children being taught the scriptures. Really the hearts of most of the people are black with sin. You need not go to Africa or China to see heathenism. But we who love the Lord believe that through His grace the hearts of these people can be changed. We lieseech you to pray with us for the district of Piney, and especially for the young people there, that there might be something to hold up these who are saved. All they have now is the dance hall and the movies. —Bertha Poratli.

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Page 13 WINNIPEG BIBLE INSTITUTE ' Second Year MARGARET TOEWS comes first on the roll, She studies hard and should make the goal. If opposition blocks her view, She trusts the Lord, and goes right through. MARY KEHLER is a good sweet lass. She brought two brothers to the first year class. The President, same as last year Is SAMMY RAPKO, we note it here He comes to school; its for the best—- He simply has to — He needs the rest! If you hear a word from AGNES DUECK It’s well worth while, so let it stick. WESLEY KLASSEN cannot be missed, Dean Affleck calls him “a hellenist. ’ And if it’s a boss you’re looking for, He’s good at that, and a dozen more. There’s MABEL DAVIES, witli dimpled cheeks, She laughs and giggles, but seldom speaks. RAYMONDE JACOB, where is she? She’ll be right back, just gone for tea. MARY DYCK, we cannot leave out For she’s the kind we need about. She sings and plays and any work That she can do, she will not shirk. JUSTINA BUI1LER from Th ree Bills came, To keep in our school the family name. ANNE KOOP in much talking not often is caught But she’s thinking great thoughts (more often than not). Do you see someone hustling around? That’s EVELYN BOTTRELL. Her books must be found. She anxiously waits for results to come out. But passes in all her exams., I’ve no doubt. Have you heard our trio over the air ? Tune in next Thursday. CORA HOWLAND is there. NANCY KOOP is our Vice-President. Many letters to her brother, she’s sent She cheers him thus ; but we want more— Her pleasant smile which we adore. BERTHA PORATH’S motto is always “Just Pray.” Tests and trials cannot spoil her day. AGATHA DOERKSEN is one of the four, A Ste. Anne girl, we wish we had more. She’s helpful, studious, a laughing lass ; Studying hard her exams, to pass. ■ HELEN KOOP is active, very, In school, at home, and always merry. Her days are full of kindly deeds. (She also meets our social needs.) MALCOLM RANS is full of fun Though you would never know while class is on. With h studious look he seems to ponder Theological problems, but then, I wonder ? —•— Malcolm Rans. Mac came to us from Saskatchewan to enjoy the studies in God’s precious Word, at W.B.I. His jovial na¬ ture and love for service made him a general favorite among the students. After a year and a half here, he responded to his country’s call and entered the navy. His absence has been keenly felt by us all. May God be with hini and reward him for every duty faithfully rendered in His name.

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Page 15 WINNIPEG BIBLE INSTITUTE Charge to the Graduating Class tjjj Sam ' J , xr.±idr.nt of Second Zjza .1 (2la±± We, the Junior Students of the Winnipeg Bible Institute, regret deeply seeing you, our Seniors, go out from among us. The time we have spent with you has been precious, and a great help to eacli one of us in our Christian lives. Though our hearts are saddened by your depar¬ ture, nevertheless there is a ray of joy, because you are going to be scattered to the far corners oi the earth carrying the glorious gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ to hungry souls. We have enjoyed the fellowship with each one of you. Your lives have been a blessing to us in the various activities of the school. We thank you for your labours and patience in help¬ ing us to prepare ourselves to live as true sol¬ diers of the Cross. Our desire is that you keep on loving those with whom you come in contact throughout life, for Christ’s sake; because we know that “faith which worketh by love availeth.” ' therefore, our charge to you graduates is: “Let your light so shine before men that they may see your good works and glorify your Father which is in Heaven.” In doing this, you cannot but please God, and great will be your reward when the Lamb of God, even Jesus Christ, shall appear. For has He not said, “ Behold, I come quickly and MY reward is with ME.” Response to Charge try £mi£ I’f is with mingled feelings that we, the grad¬ uates, respond to your charge. It seems only a short time since a year ago we, then the second year class, gave the charge to the graduates. To¬ day the charge is given to us ! We are grateful to you, our fellow students, for your words of appreciation regarding out 1 fellowship together these short years at school. In the small measure that we have been helpful to you in your Christian lives we have done it with joy, but regret that we have come short of Christian duty. We would desire earnestly that you follow our better example and forget our mis¬ takes and failures. We, too, must say that we have appreciated your fellowship as we have learned to love you. Therefore, we also experience a feeling of sadness at the thought of parting; however, in the Lord we know that “Goodbye” is just “until we meet again.” By the grace of God we want to help in the spreading of the Gospel of Christ, to which end we have spent these years of preparation here Wo feel grateful indeed to our Heavenly Father for this privilege of becoming better fitted for His service. Now our desire is, as you have charged us, to let our light so shine before men, that they may see our good works and glorify our Father, which is in heaven. In closing, let us assure you that we desire God’s abundant blessing to abide with you. With Paul, we “commend you to God, and to the word of His grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you an inheritance among all them which are sanctified.” ‘Whatsover things are true, Whatsoever things are honest, Whatsoever things are just, Whatsoever things are pure, Whatsoever things are lovely, Whatsoever things are of a good report, If there be any virtue, and If there be any praise, THINK ON THESE THINGS.” — Phil. 4:8. To be alive in such an age, To live to it, to give to it Give thanks with all thy flaming heart, Crave but in it to have a part. Give thanks and clasp thy heritage, To be alive in such an age. Marjorie K. Taylor