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Mission In Metropolis by Jesse Jai McNeil
duction Series by the same author, this book exhibits extensive research in its close adherence to the original text. The analytical student will find a great deal of help as he seeks to understand contemporary as well as traditional app r oac he s to these studies. This is clearly evidenced from the extensive list of authors who are carefully indexed in the book. The synoptic problem is care fully and extensively dealt with, in cluding various questions which have arisen and the presentation of the author’s solution. General bibliog raphy, classified bibliography, author index and subject index are all a part of this careful presentation. — 380 pages; cloth; Inter-Varsity Press; Chicago, 111.; $5.95. Analyzing the situation wh i ch faces Christians today, Dr. Graham deals with the riots, demonstrations and wars prevalent on many sides. He sees them as actual rebellion against authority, both divine and human. His title was taken from the experience of a scientist in New Mexico who watched the first bril liant explosion of the atomic bomb and wept, “ We have created hell!” The author seeks to point out what Christians can do about the condi tions prevailing in the world today. The evangelist suggests, “ My desire was to prepare a volume which is controversial. I want readers to be shocked out of apathy into reality.” —267 pages; cloth; Doubleday and Co.; Garden City, N .Y .; $3.95. Ever since 1906 this distinguished author has been wr i t i n g poems which have appeared in a number of outstanding publications. More than 35 books have come from her heart containing verses on various subjects; 207 appear in this volume In all, Mrs. Crowell estimates that some 5,000 poems have come from her pen. During 1965 she was elected honorary chancellor of the National Federation of State Poetry Societies. World Aflame by BiUy Graham Poems of Inspiration and Courage by Grace Noll Crowell
After serving for fourteen years as pastor of a metropolitan church, the writer sought to present a bal anced view of both problems, chal lenges and opportunities in areas of a rapidly developing society. Before his death in 1965, Dr. McNeil was on the faculty of the California The ological Seminary in Covina, Califor nia. Being well acquainted with the field of Christian education, he in cluded he lp fu l chapters on such things as equipping the Christian layman for the field of missions. A well-organized program of activities for the spiritual welfare of the church family is also featured. A fine bibliography is given, which will as sist the interested student in making a more thorough research of the program which concerns urbanism and the church in modem society.— 148 pages; cloth; Wm. B. Eerdman’s Pub. Co., Grand Rapids, Mich.; $3.50. Building Your Spiritual Strength by Ralph Heynen Serving as a chaplain at the Pine Rest Christian Hospital near Grand Rapids, Michigan, the author con tinues his series of practical books on giving guidance and counsel to those who are experiencing difficult problems and trials. Having minis tered to people going through deep waters for more than two decades, he has developed a penetrating in sight into the concerns men and women face today. He deals with such pertinent subjects as, “What Happens When We Try to Hide Our Illness?“ “Why Does God Allow Sick ness?“ , “ Living with a Handicap,” “ Sleeplessness,” “ The Guilt Com plex,” and “ Solitude.” Other books in the series include, “ The Art of Christian Living” and “ The Secret of Christian Family Living.” — 111 pages; cloth; Baker Book House, Grand Rapids, Mich.; $2.95. New Testament Introduction, The Gospels and Acts by Donald Guthrie Coming as the third and final vol ume in the New Testament Intro-
TOO SOON... To Begin Teaching Your Children the Value of Religious Music Hymns for Junior Worship, No. 2 (Record) Your Junior will receive hours of listening plea sure from this album of 16 songs from the Junior Hymnal. Such favorites as "A Song of Youth” and "All Things Bright and Beautiful" are included. A 12-inch, 3 3 % rpm, monophonic. $3.98 Select Songs for Children, No. 3 (Records) Variety of subject matter essential for Nursery and Beginner groups. Praise, play, and conduct are taught through such selections as "Jesus, Jesus, I Love Jesus,” ‘Tap, Tap, Tap,” and "Putting Toys Away.” Two 7-inch, 3 3 % rpm, monophonic. $1.98 Songs for Primaries, No. 2 (Records) Special attention has been given to Primary needs in preparing this album. Catagories such as "Praising God,” "Growing,” and “Fun Songs” are included. Recorded by professional children's singers, it contains 10 songs from the book, Songs for Primaries. Three 7-inch, 3 3 % rpm, monophonic. $2.98 A N D ................. Something Special for the Grown-ups! • Claude Rhea's Favorite Gospel Solos Here is an excellent collection of gospel music for the church soloist. Seventeen songs ranging from the well known to the less familiar, including "Blessed Redeemer,” "Lord, I Want to Be a Christian,” and "So Send I You.” $1.50
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