to be in full-time or paid Christian service. Could you give me your views ?” A. You are absolutely correct. Some times that word “full-time’' is very erroneous. To not be occupied in some specifically recognized Christian min istry doesn’t mean that you are tak ing God’s second best. We need good lay leaders today more than ever be fore. The main concern of our hearts should be a total commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ. Make sure you are wording in a good Bible-believing church where your testimony can be revealed for the Lord, and that you personally witness to the unsaved. Q. Orange County, Calif. — “I have a little boy, 11, who is in a semi-coma. He has been this way for some years. I never seem to hear a word about healing on your programs. Don’t you believe that God can heal the bodies which He made?” A. Of course we do, and our hearts go out in love and prayer to this wonderful family. We do not by-pass such questions but answer them as they come up. Some people need to be careful about how they apply scriptural truths about this subject for anyone who is ill would naturally desire physical healing. No one wants to be in pain or to see his loved ones suifering. We have a right to come to God in prayer about these vital matters. Do not misinterpret the Bi ble's teaching on the subject. Just because you are a Christian doesn’t mean that the Lord is directly obli gated to heal you. Paul had a thorn in the flesh about which he prayed to the Lord for deliverance at least on three occasions. As far as we know, the affliction was not removed. Healing is in the hands of God first, last and always. In every instance, naturally or supernaturally, it is God who does the healing. It must always be in accordance with His divine will. Be assured that our prayer groups
here at Biola will be glad to remem ber such needs at any time. If it is His will, He can and will heal. He sometimes does and sometimes does not. It is not a matter of His power to do it but He knows whether it is best or not. We do not but we can pray for His will to be done.
Students in Biola’8 baccalaureate nurs ing program receive practical experi ence in hospitals, nursing homes, and related institutions. Miss Leoni V. Sou- birou, chairman of the department of nursing, checks over final details with Paula Faris as several of the young ladies leave for an assignment. The Chevrolet van was a gift to the college for this purpose. 13
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