LESSON 33 Beware, The Voice of Old Testament History (I Cor. 10:1-6) Paul re-broadcasts the voice of Old Testament history for our benefit, that is for our warning, admonition and instruction. They who are sincere will take it to heart, others will disregard it. By the trail of dead men’s bones you can trace […]
In the Beacon Lights of August an article appears by Schuiler in which he writes that the teaching of Reformed Doctrine is not the task of the school and that Christian School Societies err when they appoint ordained ministers of the Word to teach Bible and Reformed Doctrine in the school. For the sake of […]
What do you think of the ride back from Municipal park? It was an interesting experience for the whole caravan of cars. The lightning, thunder, rain, and wind gave us a good sample of Iowa weather. Even though the lightening came close occasionally, it certainly was beautiful. * * * * * Were you inspired […]
It has been a typical October day, crystal clear and sunny, but the warmth of the sun has been noticeably tempered by the chill wind. There have been a few slight frosts which have nipped the more tender plants of our gardens, but tonight’s weather forecast seems to spell the end for the still living […]
The 12th Annual convention of our Protestant Reformed Young People’s Federation has drawn to a close. The young men and women, delegates and friends, have all departed and gone to their respective homes. Your editor was not among the privileged ones who attended this wonderful convention, but from all sides come the reports of the […]
Summary of a speech given by Rev. Herman Hoeksema reported by Roger Faber. The subject of Rev. Hoeksema’s speech was Faith, the first member of the trilogy chosen as the convention theme. His introductory remarks were concerned with the relation between faith and the other members of the trilogy, hope and love. The root […]
Summary of a speech given by Rev. Walter Hofman reported by Miss. Hulda Kuiper What is the greatest of all things? Many have tried to define it and many were scorned. Both Christ and Paul were considered insane because they believed that the greatest thing was LOVE. Not only they, but we as well, […]
She holds my hand and gaily walks, Her steps are firm and sure, With confidence and child-like trust She finds her world secure. I look into her eyes of blue Such peace and love are there, I bravely fight away the tears And breathe a silent prayer. “Lord, make me worthy of this […]
Leaves, leaves, and more leaves. . .That is what we find at present in nature round about us. Every Fall, about this time of the year, regardless where we go, on sidewalk and lawn, in the city and on the farm, it seems we find nothing but Leaves. There is something sad about that, I […]
Dear Mr. Editor, “What shall we have for a project this season?” Every society season we are faced with the same problem. Here’s a suggestion. Why not start a church library fund? There are many reasons why all of our churches should have libraries: There is a certain amount of required reading that those in […]