March 20, 1949 LAUNCH THE OFFENSIVE! Matt. 28:19, 20; Acts 1:8, 9
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God’s gospel is for every person living on the earth. All are included. None are excluded. The Lord knew that sinners would not flock to Christ seeking salva tion. Therefore He instructed His people to take the gospel to them, to go fishing where the fish are to be found. The pres ent “church” program does not embrace this fact. The pastor must do all the soul winning while the laity pay his salary. It is God’s plan that each believer should go out to find the unbeliever where he is and bring to him the knowledge of salva tion. Let us do it. “ Go Ye and Teach.” Matt. 28:19 There is an appalling ignorance of the gospel throughout Christendom. People do not know the way of salvation. They must be taught. Satan is busy teaching his doctrine. Weeds are constantly spreading their seeds. Cockleburs, sand- burs, beggarlice, etc., stick to everything that comes near them but fruits, flowers, and grains must be helped to the plant ing. So we find that Romanism, Russell- ism, Eddyism, Mormonism, and all other such false philosophies actively spread their doctrines. “Go Ye and Preach.” Mark 16:15 In Matthew, the command is to teach, while in Mark, the command is to preach. The preacher applies the word of the teacher to the heart and life. The preacher encourages those who are taught to do something about it. The preacher uses illustrations, allegories, metaphors, similes, comparisons and contrasts to enable his hearers to appro priate that which he has been taught The enthusiasm of youth is commend able, but enthusiasm will never take the place of knowledge and ability. Our hearts rejoice as we see the large num ber of young people who are studying in Christian colleges and institutions to fit themselves for intelligent service. It is not wise to act upon one’s feelings in re gard to public ministry unless there are ability and knowledge to make the min istry effective. Time should be taken as by Paul to learn God’s truth and to learn how to apply it and use it for the glory of God in the service of the King. Youth Should Not Be Discouraged. Eccles. 11:9 Because one is young, he should have vigor and vision. But also, because he is young, he should realize his need of the training which comes by experience and the training which comes by knowledge. God needs young men with physical vigor and active minds. As one grows older, the body cannot stand the rigors of an active Christian life. The mind
from the Word of God. We should be busy at this. Many know the truth of the Saviour’s love and power who have never yet applied to Him for personal salvation. We should urge them to do it. Be a Witness. Luke 24:48 As in Matthew, we are told to teach, and in Mark, we are told to preach, so in Luke, we are told to reveal to others the effects of this teaching and preaching on our own hearts and lives. Hair tonic can not be sold successfully by bald - headed men. One who is crippled with arthritis can scarcely sell medicine for the cure of arthritis. Those who go with God’s gos pel should show the happy effects in their own souls and lives. We should be able to say, “ See how God changed my life; let Him do the same for you.” If we can thus witness for our Lord, they will listen to our teaching and preaching. Go Spirit-Filled. John 20:21, 22 Something more than money is needed in the missionary field. The missionary must be blessed with that indescribable and indispensable unction of the Holy Spirit. There is no substitute for the presence and power of this wonderful Person. Men may know the Bible well and fail to win hearts. Men may be blessed with abundant funds and fail to form a church for Christ. Men may be blessed with zeal, earnestness, re sourcefulness, and still fail utterly to reach the hearts and souls of the lost. There is only one power that can break down Satan’s kingdom, and that is the power of the Spirit. does not respond nor concentrate as it once did. The young mind and the young body will be greatly blessed of God as the young person seeks to know God’s Word and understand God’s will. There fore, pursue this path with all the heart and soul. Youth Should Not Be Despised. Ex. 33:11 One cannot estimate the potentialities of a young life. Joshua decided to fore go the pleasures of youth for a few short years and became the commander-in- chief of Israel for many years. Samuel took his place in the sanctuary and laid aside the privileges of playing with other boys so that he might become the great prophet of God to a nation. Young people should consider the fact that great possibilities are in their lives if they belong to Jesus Christ and that their latent talents may be developed to the point where adults will recognize their ability and give them places of re sponsibility. T H E K I N G ' S B U S I N E S S
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March 27, 1949 "OPERATION YOUTH" 1 Tim. 4:12-16
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