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church today is in the rising generation o f Christians.—P ickering . IV. B ible E xamples of Y outhful B elievers 1. Abel (Gen. 4 :4 ). 2. Isaac (Gen. 22:3-14). 3. Samuel (1 Sam ,3:10). 4. David (1 Sam. 17:45,46). 5. Josiah (2 Ki. 22:1, 2). 6. Daniel (Dan. 1 :8). FEBRUARY 10, 1935 Improving Our Attitude toward People of Other Races A cts 10:34, 35 Suggestions for the Meeting Hymn—“The Morning Light Is Break ing.” Hymn-pf'To the Work.” Prayer. Hymn—“Bringing in the Sheaves.” Scripture—Summary of the story in Acts 10:1-23 and reading o f Acts 10:24-48. Quartet—“We’ve a Story to Tell to the Nations.” Leader’s Message. Peter, the exclusive, has had his lesson. He proved to be a rather dull pupil. He was so proud of his Jewish ancestry, so loyal to his traditions, that it was quite difficult for him to grasp the fact that the gospel was also for the Gentiles. God is a loving, patient Teacher, however, and by a supernatural method He taught Peter the great truth of our text: “ O f a truth I perceive that God is no respecter o f per sons.” Through visions, both to Cornelius and Peter, through messengers and revelations, God brought Peter and Cornelius together. How marvelously God works! Look at the situation: Cornelius a Ro man officer; Peter an ardent Jew. Both were mutually opposed, as far as race was concerned. Yet—and here is the welding element— they both loved God. True, Cor nelius had a very faint conception and needed instruction. But there was reality in his life, and God honored his search by giving him more light. Peter likewise was surrendered, willing to go wherever God wanted him to go. First, God told Cornelius to send for Peter; then He prepared Peter to go. Mar velous grace of a wonderful God I He al ways prepares us for what He orders us to do. Peter went with the voice of God still ringing in his ears: “What .God hath cleansed, that call not thou common.” • AN AMAZING NEW SONG BOOK! To those who love Gospel songs, here is a splendid offer. "Songs of Grace No. 1” presents a remarkable variety of music. There are solos, duets, trios, quartets, choruses, choir and congregational numbers covering a wide range of topics—contributions from famous song writers. You'll marvel at what you get for 30c. Order from the publisher:— Gordon E. Hooker 5L5,8, % H.E H Testimonies. Quiet Hour. Benediction—Hebrews 13:20,21. Meditation on the Lesson
ened dedication to the Lord Jesus Christ. The last imperative, “Take heed unto thyself,” is necessary for every Christian if he is to lead others, for, as George Her bert says, “A priest must first enter the shrine before he can call the world around to draw near to God.”
FEBRUARY 3, 1935 Wanted! Youth for the Kingdom 1 T imothy 4:6-16 Suggestions for the Meeting Hymn—“Day Is Dying in the W est” Hymn—“I Would Be Like Jesus.” Prayer. Hymn—“Where He Leads Me.” Scripture. Solo—“The Captain Is Calling.” Leader’s Message. Testimonies. Quiet Hour. Hymn—“I Will Sing the Wondrous Story.” Benediction—Psalm 19:14. Meditation on the Lesson The delightful friendship and comrade ship that existed between the veteran Apostle Paul and the youthful Timothy is one of the most beautiful relationships in the Bible. Paul evidently was instru mental in leading Timothy to the Lord, and always thought o f Timothy as his son in the gospel. They had traveled many miles together, and in the Roman prison Paul sorrowed and longed for Timothy. The two letters which the apostle wrote to his “son in the faith” are very revealing and helpful. The portion for our lesson is especially suited to young people. As this is “ Christ ian Endeavor Day,” there is significance in the appeal of the passage to youth. Paul exhorts: “Let no man despise thy youth,” and then proceeds to set a high standard for this young Christian. How different is this attitude from that o f some who, in opposition to calls for full surrender to the Lord, say, “ Oh, let them have a good time; they are young only once.” Paul, by the Holy Spirit’s inspiration, is urging Timothy to be “an example of the believers” in six particulars : “in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.” In other words, Tim othy’s very life is to be a pattern for Christian conduct. Gurney says: “Every aspect of character is covered here: out ward expression of life (speech, con duct) ; ruling principles of life (love, faith) ; consecrating grace of life (pur ity).” Timothy was a young pastor and would have in his congregation members much older than himself. It was necessary that his life should inspire respect. How was this result to be attained? Timothy must himself be all that he wanted his members to be. In verses 13 to 16 appears a list o f im peratives which every Christian Endeav- orer would find very profitable for his life. Among these we notice some which prob ably influenced the choice of parts o f the Christian Endeavor program. W e find these: Bible study—“give attendance to reading” ; the Quiet Hour—“meditate up on these things” ; and consecration—“give thyself wholly to them.” As all Endeav- orers renew their covenant on this Christ ian Endeavor Day, may there be a deep
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In an election, the first votes recorded count all day long, and so encourage the party all through the anxious hours of polling. When men give in their names for Jesus and His cause in the morning of their lives, their whole existence influences their time, and their encouragement to the good cause is lifelong. Young people, remember this 1 —C harles H addon S purgeon . 2 . Save an adult—and you save a soul; save a child—and you save a soul plus a life. , —S elected . II. Y outh ’ s F uture Said the old college professor: “Well, your college course is finished.” “ Yes,” said the young man, “ ! graduate today.” “And then?” ,. "Oh, I shall take up my profession, mar ry a fine woman, make a fortune, succeed in the world—” “ And then?” “Then I shall retire, travel, see the world, take life easy.” “And then ?” “Well, old age will come; but I hope to enjoy that, too.” “And then?” ' “Well, then I shall have to die, I sup pose.” “And then?” But the young man had no answer ready for that question. Have you?—S elected . III. P ast , P resent , and F uture An old Roman who was deeply concern ed about the welfare o f his native city dreamed that he saw a great army o f Ro man citizens marching past. In front were many old men carrying a banner inscribed, “W e have been brave.” “Yes,” he replied, “but they are old and grey now, and Rome cannot rely on them for her future.” Then came a younger body of men, with a banner, “We are brave.” Again he replied, “ They will soon be old, and Rome cannot rely on them for her future.” At last there came a great crowd of boys crying out, “We will be brave.” Then the old man’s heart was glad. He felt satisfied that the future welfare of Rome was secured. The hope of Rome lay in youth. And, humanly speaking, the hope of the
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