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in Timothy, chapters 3 and 4, using the theme, “ The Prob lem of the Times and How to Meet It.” The “ problem,” he explained, relates to conditions “ in the last days,” many of which are evident at the present time. “ It is not a question of how the man of the world shall meet this sit uation,” he said, “ but of how the man of God shall meet it. Paul tells us that it is to be met in three ways. First, we have a position to maintain. We are to remain steadfast in the things of holy Scripture which we have learned, and which we have been assured of, and which are able to make us wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. Second, we have a service to render. We are to ‘preach the word.’ It is not man’s rhetoric that is to be displayed. It is the divine revelation that is to be explained to men. Young men and women of the Bible Institute of Los Angeles, I beg of you, become expositors of the Word. Learn how to break up the bread of life and give it to the multitudes. That is the service you are to render. Third, we have a hope to cherish. It is that which Paul had in mind when he said, ‘Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness.’ There is to be a per sonal reward. It is worth while to serve the Lord Jesus Christ and to be faithful even unto death, for He is com ing again, and He will bring His reward with Him.” The service concluded with the ringing of the chimes, while the radio announcer of station KHJ, familiarly known as “ Uncle John,” spoke out over the radio The Biola Challenge: “ The Bible Institute o f Los Angeles challenges God’s people everywhere in the name o f Christ, who led men o f God to- found this notable ministry, to join in the recruiting o f friends who will insist that the far-flung line o f service be maintained and extended. This is a Christian challenge that will be accepted by all those who believe in the Word o f God.’’ Work Among Sailors It was with great regret that the Board of Directors of the Bible Institute discontinued its work among sailors at San Pedro. Mr. Claude H. Pearson, who for many years was in charge of this work, has led hundreds of sailors to Jesus Christ and has distributed Christian lit erature that has brought cheer to many lonely lives. Mr. Pearson has decided to carry on the work independently. Any who have special interest in this ministry among the sailors may write to him at 1042 West Ninth Street, San Pedro, California. New Subscription Rates Single subscriptions (U . S .)........................................ $ 1.50 Two years’ subscription (U. S .):............................... 2.50 Club of 4 subscriptions (U . S .).................................. 5.00 Club of 10 subscriptions (U . S .)............................... . 10.00 Canadian and fo^gign subscriptions, 25 cents addition al for postage. Trial subscriptions, 3 months, for 25 cents. Send 4 new 3-months subscriptions at 25 cents each, and you will receive a free copy of “ The Bible and Science” by I. R. Dean, M.A. The King’s Business, 536 South Hope Street, Los Angeles, California.
those who followed him would support and extend the work of the Institute. He believed that an endowment of friends was more to be desired than an endowment o f dol lars. Since his death, annual deficits have accumulated until there is a total indebtedness of a million dollars. This debt is amply secured by valuable properties, but it has become so serious a burden that it must be lifted. The very prosperity of the school, as seen in its large enrollment of students this year, brings only an added burden. The larger the student body, the more money is required for maintenance, for no student pays tuition! “ This convocation not only celebrates the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Institute, but it also marks the launch ing of The Biola Challenge. It is unnecessary to repeat that the purpose of this Challenge is to inform the many' friends of Biola concerning the Institute’s needs at the present time. As these friends, in reliance upon God, ac cept the Challenge, they will make certain the continuation of the ministry of the Institute without curtailment or re treat. Our friends in California are receiving the first direct appeal. We have with us tonight a host of fellow citizens and fellow laborers who have volunteered their service, and who stand ready to carry the appeal to other friends in their communities. There will be no unseemly begging, but the privilege o f supporting the Bible Institute will be honestly and earnestly presented, first of all, to the near neighbors whose close proximity to the Institute has given them a fine opportunity to know its worth. Later, it is hoped that the news will spread from coast to coast.” Civic G reetings Mr. William Lacy, President of the Los Angeles Com munity Chest, spoke of the value of the Bible Institute to the city of Los Angeles. He said, in part: “ The business men of Los Angeles do not, I am sorry to say, know of the work that you have accomplished here. They have heard the wonderful chimes which inspire them, as they inspire me every time I hear them; they have read of this great occasion; but they have no adequate concep tion o f the work you are doing. The time is here when every business man and every citizen should awaken to the necessity of supporting the Institute. This convocation, on your twenty-fifth anniversary, will have splendid re sults if you will continue to spread information concern ing the work you are doing, so that every one in the coun-; try, as far as possible, will know of your accomplish ments.” !: The Institute Male Quartet, frequently known as “ the If resident’s body guard,” enlivened the service with sev eral selections. A ddress by D r . J ames M. G ray The address of the evening was given by Rev. James M.; Gray, D.D., President of the Moody Bible Institute of Chicago. Dr. Gray is always a welcome visitor to Los Angeles, $ is long and remarkable ministry, his staunch defense of the faith, his wise and capable administration of the great “ school that D. L. Moody founded” have given him a large and well-deserved place in the hearts of multitudes df Christians to whom he has been made a blessing. He Spoke with his old-time fire and vigor. His words carried deep conviction. Before beginning his message, he read a statement touching upon the relation between the Moody Bible In stitute of Chicago and the Bible Institute of Los Angeles which is found in full on page 504. He then gave a study
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