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The resolutions condemnedhomosexuality, endorsed PresidentRichard M. Nixon's program of troop withdrawalfrom Viet Nam, and offeredcooperation with responsible environmentalsolutions.About 700 people heard Dr. J. SidlowBaxter each afternoon in Bible study,speaking on the topic of Christ as the Lambof God. In expert and thorough fashion thefamous 80-year-old Bible teacher andauthor captivated Ms audience withscholarship and wit.Mr. Seth Rohrer was named 1971Layman of the Year Wednesday night in anannual presentation. The president ofEvangelical Church Builders Corporationand longtime leader in NAE activity hasbeen an active participant in the localchurch for 40 years.The presidents of five, large Christianyouth <strong>org</strong>anizations made a rare jointappearance during a special session forcollege and university students. Theyincluded Bill Star of Young Life, LomeSanny of The Navigators, Dr. Bill Bright ofCampus Crusade, Dr. John Alexander ofInter-Varsity Fellowship, and Dr. SamWolgemuth of Youth For Christ.Speaking on topics about youth andthe problems of drugs during the SocialConcerns Commission session was Dr.John Broger, executive director of theArmed Forces Education and InformationalServices.A news conference with Graham,Dr. Hudson T. Armerding, and Dr. ClydeW. Taylor was held Wednesday morning.Graham, with usual expertise, fieldedreligious and political questions from aphalanx of newsmen. Graham said inresponse to a question about the JesusPeople, "I'm for anything that promotesthe gospel of Jesus Christ." The conferencewas at the International Hotel where thethree-day convention took place.In his keynote address on Tuesdaymorning, NAE President Hudson T. Armerdingsaid that "it is necessary tosummon today's generation to perceive ofJesus Christ not only as Savior but also asLord in the fullest sense of the term." Thepresident of Wheaton College said that theyielding of one's supposed sovereign will toGod's absolute jurisdiction does not meana regimentation for believers, but is merelythe exercising of voluntarism. The principlecould be applied, Armerding said, toeducation. He called for voluntaryeducation during the last two years of highschool.The opening session of the conventionalso saw the introduction of amajor position paper on the conventionAeme, "Jesus Christ — Lord of All."In one of the luncheons on the lastday. the executive director of the NationalAssociation of Christian Schools told 70^NE 2, 1971ministers, educators and parents that onlyfive percent of the teachers presentlyreplacing retiring ones in the public schoolare committed to Christian values. Dr.John F. Blanchard urged the evangelicalleaders to become a driving force behindthe scenes of the educational community.Dr. Billy Melvin, executive directorof NAE, in a report during the closingsession at the Hollywood PalladiumThursday night, summarized highlightingaccomplishments of NAE's four affiliatesand eleven commissions. He encouragedthe evangelical leadership to re-dedicatetheir efforts to Jesus Christ, asking Hisdirectives in human efforts, proclaimingHim Lord of every area of life.The National Association ofEvangelicals has 38,000 churches from 69denominations. Its 30th annual conventionwill be held in St. Louis, April 11-13, 1972.The need is always present for theguidance that assures safety for theJoy and Peace... .from page 13spiritual traveler. Robert Cawdray says,"As a stone cast up into the air cannot gohas been the source of hope to His people any higher, neither yet there abide whensince the first ray of light found its way into the power of the hurler ceaseth to drive it;darkness of human misery. God is theobject of our hope. When we say witheven so, seeing our corrupt nature can godownward only, and the devil, the worldDavid, "Then will I go to God's altar, untoGod my exceeding joy,"it is hope thatimpels us. When Isaiah, the seer, exclaims,"I will greatly rejoice in the Lord; my soulshall be joyful in my God," what isit buthope that urges him on?The blessings for which the apostlepleads have their source in the God ofhope. He asks that we may be filled withjoy and peace. There are times when wemay be denied the things we crave. Thebody may be weakened and strongnourishment would even imperil our livesbut there are to be no measured portionshere. The prayer is that we may be filled,satisfied with abundance. "Thou wilt keephim in perfect peace whose mind is stayedon thee, because he trusteth in thee."Joy and peace come throughbelieving. Faith is the gift of God. No mancan lay hold upon the eternal mysterythrough his own strength. No child of Godwill rely upon his own merits for the favorof God, but rejoicing in the blessings of Hisprovidence and love, and reflecting on Hisgifts — joy and peace — will trace themback step by step to the God of hope whohath so graciously bestowed them.IN PATHS DIVINEPsalm 17:5 — "Hold up my goings in thypaths, that my footsteps slip not."It is a plaintive prayer, wrung from aheart saddened and despondent because ofpersecuting foes. Init are unfolded a senseof human weakness, a confidence in Divinepower, and the assurance that all will yetbe well. Between the lines we seem to readof an indication to pursue a very differentcourse. A spirit of revenge, with adisposition to retaliate in like measure,would be altogether in harmony with theusual course of nature. An eye for an eyeand a tooth for a tooth is a principle firmlyengrafted in the natural heart. But this is anappeal to God to open up to a sorrowfuland tried man, the paths that will lead toworthy vindication rather than to openshame.He makes his appeal to God, who isthe author of his being. Init there is anacknowledgement of human fallibility.One pursuing his own way, and actingupon his own inclinations, is very likely tofind "human" paths for his own feet ratherthan the ways of God. The psalmist wouldmake sure that his steps shall not deviatefrom the way his Heavenly Father wouldhave him go.It is not in man to direct his steps.and the flesh, driveth to the same way; howcan we proceed further in virtue, or standtherein when we are tempted, if ourmerciful God do not from time to time,govern and guide us?"So that my footsteps slip not." If oneshould follow the devices of his own heart,there could be but one issue. But with Godas the guide there can be no failure. TheSpirit of God is an unerring monitor. Hewho listens to the Divine voice cannotmistake his way. His pathway is marked,and his footsteps are sure. He is in companywith One whose guidance will leadwhere there will be openings to the widefields of contentment, peace, and hope.The Associate PresbyterianEVANGELISMThe gospel offer is to nations asdirectly as to individuals; it is not aquestion of "primarily" and "secondarily."Perhaps only <strong>Covenanter</strong>s can implementthat evangel.Dr. Arthur W. CalhounSHARON ANNIVERSARYSharon Congregation is expectingmany of you to attend the 125th anniversaryobservance on July 17 and 18.If you will be coming to this area byplane or train, Mr. and Mrs. MilfordHays or Mr. and Mrs. Earl Berry (bothMorning Sun addresses) will arrange tomeet you and take you to your host andhostess.
Some This and That in IS.misery in the land of Egypt. In the wilderness of Sinai theyremained for forty years, sometimes moving, sometimesCome to the Working Party stationary, guided, fed, and provided for by God Himself.A great offering was to be brought to God by thepeople, in gold, silver, brass, precious stones, wood, andIn 1964, when Maureen Wright, Mrs. J. Renwick Wright, materials of every kind. God willed to have His own tentand I were as yet "pen pals, " having never met, she sent or Tabernacle and He purposed to dwell in the midst ofme a book entitled, THE BIBLE SPEAKS TO WOMEN, His people.by Mrs. G. R. Harding Wood. These Bible messages are all This was a most gracious and wonderful condescensionof God, but it is still more amazing andfine, and this one I want to share with all of you.Winifred Elliott, Editor wonderful that God seeks a home today in the heart ofevery man or woman, boy or girl who will open the heart'sIn connection with this message, please read Exodus door 25:1- and admit His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ, as Savior9; 35; 36:5-8; 38:8; 39:43; 40:34-38; Rev. 3:20and Lord.It is quite possible that most of us women are orhave been at some time members of a Working Party.Almost certainly there has been a Working Party at yourchurch or chapel, probably to prepare for the Annual Saleof Work. Perhaps you belong to some Working Partywhich sews and knits for the overseas mission in whichyou are specially interested.The members of a working party are mostly women,but not always. Sometimes husbands and brothers join theworking party in the evenings and take their share inwinding bandages for some hospital or medical mission. Ihave known men who were expert knitters, and I haveseen really beautiful embroidery done by men, too.All kinds of workers are useful: some are clever atcutting out and fixing; they are specially welcome! It is areal gift to be a good "cutter-out," so that preciousmaterial is not wasted. Some do "skilled" work; men'sshirts and complicated garments! Some preside at thesewing machine, some do really delicate work andbeautiful embroidery, while some who are poor sewers,like myself, ask for "something with plain hemmingplease." Sometimes a willing worker with more zeal thanknowledge makes dreadful mistakes and some experiencedand patient lady takesit home, unpicksit alland "rights the wrong." As the working party closes,probably quite a number of ladies will say, "I'll take thishome and finishit there," and in that way the workingparty spreads into ever so many homes.Now, how did working parties begin, and where andwhen was the first one? I venture to think that we shallhave to go a long way back to find it, but surely thewonderful working party we read of in Exodus 35 must bethe very first? "That is strange," you say. "Who everwould think of finding anything about a working party inthe book of Exodus!" Come with me and let us find out allabout it./. The Occasion of the First Working PartyThe early chapters of the book of Exodus tell us theamazing story of the way that God delivered His chosenpeople, the Children of Israel, out of their bondage and//. The Workers and Their QualificationsThe members who were invited to join this greatworking party had to have three essential qualifications.First they were to beWilling-hearted. There was to be no forced labor, butgrand willingness to give — time, energy, interest, money,materials — even to the sacrifice (in the case of thewomen) of their much-prized personal possession, theirlooking-glasses. These were mirrors of burnished bronze.Even these treasures were gladly placed in the offertory.And just see how those people gave! What an offertory!Has there ever been one likeit since?There would be no deficits in Christian work; nooverdrafts in missionary societies; no underpaid ministers,Christian workers or missionaries; no shortage of funds forGod's work, if Christian people gave in anything like thesame way today! Secondly, they were to beWise hearted. Literally this appears to mean "those whohad sufficient skill" in any special direction. Those whocould weave and spin did that; some were engravers, somewere designers, some excelled in wood carving, someworked beautiful embroidery. Each one gifted withspecial skill or ability worked in his or her own line. Somewove the materials, and others made the curtains, coversand hangings for the wonderful tent where God woulddwell. Thirdly, they were to beWarm hearted. Notice how often we are told that "all,""everyone," worked. Soit was a united effort, and as theywere workers whose "heart stirred them up," we maysurely conclude that they were warm-hearted!Such giving, such working, such unity, such willing,wise, warm-heartedness could spring only from hearts fullof love to God, gratitude to Him and joy in His service.For ourselves,it is good to remember that all reallasting work for God must be heart service.///. The Two Essentials, In Workers and In WorkIn the workers. Absolute obedience in carrying out everydirection, great and small. No one chose his or her ownpattern, color scheme, or design.see page 316 COVENANTER WITNESS
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THE COVENANTER WITNESSOfficial orgr
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Glimpses of the Religious WorldRev.
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REV. J. PAUL WILSON WRITES:Nicosia,
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The Children'sPrayer Brings A Lost
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NOTICE OF CALLOn November 22, 1970,
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STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENTTHE WHITE
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our services. Dr. Felker has been a
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Home for the Aged in Hot Springs."
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an aid to missions. In country afte
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How Safe Are You:Rev. D. Howard Ell
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The Children's CornerFounded on fac
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great sinners and so they repented
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IN SPITE OF EVERYTHING!Paul Speiche
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IN HOSPITALMiss Mildred Blair of th
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DialogueMrs. Ronald Stegall, Nicosi
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CHANGE OF ADDRESSKnight, Isabelle M
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winepress in it, and built a tower,
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study group is being held every oth
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Urbana '70 CommunionRev. RobertAlmo
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When Sorrow ComesRev. Robert McMill
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News From Our Mission FieldsLarnaca
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Prayer MeetingTopicfor June 2,1971S
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Faith Of Our FathersWhen we speak o
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The Christian Home — A WitnessMrs
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Prayer HindrancesDr. Herbert R. Hay
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struggle for existence is no longer
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Games Christians PlayBy Judi Chaffe
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