Biola Broadcaster - 1970-06

Q. Wichita, Kans. — " If a person wanted to be an agricultural special­ ist on the mission field, would he need Bible training?” A. Yes, you should have it regard­ less of your trade or profession. Everything that a missionary does on the field has but one goal and that is to witness to the saving and keeping power of our Lord Jesus Christ. You can go without this training but you’ll not be anywhere near as effective. Q. Kansas City, Mo. — "I’ve been saved for a number of years, but I’m frank to tell you that I ’ve been troubled by blasphemous thoughts concerning God. I ’ve resisted these, but they keep coming back. I need some help. Do you think I’ve com­ mitted the unpardonable sin?” A. As to your last question, the an­ swer is an absolute “no!” It is good to realize your need. This is the best place to seek help. What you have found is indicated in I John 1:8, 10. No one in all the universe has done for man what God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit have done. The devil won’t ever for­ get it. It’s his tactic to sow doubt in your mind. As Augustine said, “We can’t keep the birds from flying over our heads, but we don’t have to let them make nests in our hair.” None of us are sinlessly perfect. God wants us to depend upon Him. Scripture urges us, “Resist the devil and he will flee from you.” Pray for the overshadow ing protection of the Lord. Fill your mind with things that honor the Lord. Begin to read the Gospels and get a picture of our Lord Jesus Christ. Go through the Epistles for an indication of the way your life should be as a believer. Q. Portland, Ore. — “How can I know God forgives me for sin?”

A. The answer is given assuredly in I John 1:9. To doubt this promise is calling God a liar. Feelings don’t enter in ; it’s based wholly on the Word of God. Q. Portland, Ore. — "What can you do with anger and bitterness that well up when cutting, downgrading, cruel remarks are made to a wife who is a Christian? Also, could you explain I Corinthians lh:88?” A. To act in such a manner certainly isn’t Christian. There shouldn’t be this bemeaning attitude. Satan tries to make Christians unimportant. It won’t help to be bitter for this will work like vinegar in your veins. If you can, avoid those who carry on such activities if they aren’t mem­ bers of your family. If you can’t avoid them, seek to talk the matter out as Christians. To avoid creating a greater resentment, do it with a deep dependence upon the Lord. You might also want to discuss this with a dependable spiritual counselor, or your godly pastor. I Corinthians 14:38 is in the con­ text of how spiritual gifts are to be conducted. This chapter, as all others of the Bible, was inspired of God. Paul felt that the peace and tran­ quility of the church body was more important than anything else. If someone is willfully ignorant, let him remain that way. There is no point in argument if he is absolute­ ly determined to be opposed to the truth. Q. San Diego, Calif. — “ I ’m a diabetic and have only one leg. Can I go to the mission field?” A. This is refreshing when there are those who should be volunteering since they have no deficiencies. You might check with some m ission boards to get their advice on “short­ term” missionary service. If you’re willing, be available, and should the 13

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