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of quietness that He can get our un divided attention and give to iis that sense of Himself that the 1world can not* understand. The habit of “still ness” before Him will be found to be the key to five secrets of Christian liv ing. For Those Who Have Topics I. THE SECRET OF KNOWLEDGE, The secret of the knowledge of God Himself is in the witness of the Spirit which We receive when we focus our attention on the fact of Who God is. “Be still, and know that I am God” signifies the inner knowledge which will come when we open our hearts to receive the influence of His pres ence. “We learn not alone from what we behold of the works of the Lord, but from what we know in the secrets of our own experience” (cf. Rom. 8:16). II. THE SECRET OF WORSHIP. The secret of worship is the direct out growth of the knowledge of who God is. When we contemplate the almighti- ness, the majesty, the perfection, and the holiness of God, we shall naturally praise and worship Him (cf. Rev. 4:11; 5:12). There is nothing that will teach us to pray like being alone with God. The quiet looking to Him will fill us with a sense of reverence, cure us of flippancy, and teach us what worship really means. III. THE SECRET OF FELLOWSHIP. The secret of fellowship lies in un disturbed contact. It is possible for a person to enjoy meeting a friend in a crowded railway station, or to have a chat in the presence of distracting influences, yet that is not the ideal setting for having a good visit. In our fellowship with God* we can not hope to settle down to’ really kirow Him
(Phil. 3:10), if our only association with Him is in the presence of dis tractions. Communion with God, who is a Spirit, is best approached through a quiet heart (cf. John 4:24; Matt. 6:6). IV. THE SECRET OF POISjS. The secret of poise is a quiet, un troubled spirit.- Whatever comes or doesn’t come, in life, is met with tran quility only by the person who has an inner source of calmness. This inner calm rests upon at least three factors: the knowledge of a right relationship with God through JesUs Christ (Rom. 5:1; 1 John 3:21); the conscious com mitment of problems to Him who has promised to keep what we commit (2 Tim. 1:12); and the assurance that He knows the end from the beginning (Isa. 46:9, 10). There is no exigency of life for which He does not have the solution (cf. Rom 8:28; Gen. 50:20; Phil. 4:6). V. THE SECRET.OF POWER. The secret of power in a Christian’s life is a vital connection with the Source of power. As in the analogy of electricity, the. power is there, but there must be some connection to make it available for use. In the Chris tian life, we, make the connection through prayer. It is in the act of tak ing from God the great power at our disposal that we are enabled to live victoriously, witness consistently, and serve Him effectively.. “Prayer moves the hand that moves the world.” For the Leader . R i c h material f o r developing a background for this topic will be found in “With Christ, in the School of Prayer” by Andrew Murray,, especial ly the chapter on “Alone with God.” . AGOODTRACT Formerly known as ''Four Things God Wants You to Know* (N othing changed but the tide and front page design) First printing, 150,000 copies,; 2 Vz x 3% inches in size, 8 pages. Those who have seen it are enthusiastic in its praise. Inexpensive fo r widespread . distribution, 225 for a #1.00 b ill postpaid. 1000 fo r #4.00. Special— 3,000 for #10.00. G et at least a dollar's worth . TODAYs For Christmas tract work use our unexcelled “ BEST G IFT OF ALL” and "H IS STAR.” 4 pages each. In colors. A lso other art color gospel tracts. Sample packet includ ing all o f the above fo r 10 cents. "M ethods o f Witnessing to Roman Catho lics,” a 48 page book, 25c per cop y; 5 for #1.00. Special to agents. Place Y our Order Today THE FUNDAMENTAL PRESS Dept. B-U13. 161 W. Harrison St., Chicago 5, 111.
Ralph M. Hetrick in the absence of light. In the life of prayer, in the praying home, or the praying church, there is an atmos phere in which spiritual virtues thrive. In this atmosphere is the light of the Lord’s presence, for He is always in the midst of praying people. Paul said, “Pray without ceasing” (1 Thess. 5:17). Thus, we are to live in this atmosphere of prayer. Prayer is more than speaking to God. It is an attitude. It is that constant abid ing in His presence. It is that sweet communion with Him. For the Leader . Direct attention to the “sore spots” in the world today toward which prayer should be focused. After this, the needs of the community and church could be discussed. Finally, the Christian Endeavor Society’s spir itual growth should be considered. JANUARY 9, 1944 “BE STILL, AND KNOW ” P salm 4 :4 ; 46:10 By Berthá H. Pentney Introduction The world in which we live is char acteristically a world of npise and confusion. It is easy to allow this state of unsettledness to govern our lives unless we carefully guard against it. Noise and confusion áre not God’s or der (1 Cor. 14:33). He invites us to withdraw ourselves from world condi tions and to find refreshment in quiet ness (cf. Mk. 6:31). The multitude of “things” that de mand our time would place all the emphasis upon the material aspect of life, and shut out any envelopment of the spiritual forces—if we allow such a condition to exist. Well has the poet said, “The world is too much with us” (Wordsworth). Quietness before God is attained when the world is shut out from our minds for a time. It is in such a time
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