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A PERIODICAL FOR YOUNG AND OLD

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A PERIODICAL FOR YOUNG AND OLD

24 minuten leestijd Arcering uitzetten

O Timothy keep that which is committed to thy trust. II Timothy 6:20

THE CONFESSION OF FAITH ARTICLE XXXI Of the Ministers, Elders, and Deacons

We have already heard that the church must be governed by the spiritual policy which the Lord has taught us in His Word. Christ is the Head of the church and exercises His power by officebearers.

Our present article speaks mainly about the election of the officebearer—how a person comes to that office. The confession does not describe literally how this must take place, for we know from the history of the church that different methods have been used, and this is still true today. The confession states that officebearers must be chosen, but does not prescribe how this is to be done. Again our fathers have given us a scriptural view; they were always concerned lest they go their own way, and therefore they let God’s Word speak. This is also the rule for the election of officebearers.

In Acts 20 the apostle Paul writes, “Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which He hath purchased with His own blood.” It is clearly stated that the Holy Ghost has made them overseers, and we also read it in this article, “We believe, that the ministers of God’s Word, and the elders and deacons, ought to be chosen to their respective offices by a lawful election by the Church, with calling upon the name of the Lord, and in that order which the Word of God teaches.”

God’s Word itself shows the way we must go in these matters. After Judas had committed suicide, the congregation was called together to choose another in his stead. Two men were set as a duo, and after calling upon the name of the Lord, one of these two was chosen. The calling upon the name of the Lord is a very important part, since His guidance cannot be missed. The election is not merely a human thing; no, the Lord has given authority to the officebearers, and He calls them through the congregation. As shown in Scripture, the congregation received this power, not only when Matthew was called, but also when the deacons were chosen.

Officebearers must be men of honest report, which includes their whole life—daily, social, family, spiritual and church life. It is possible that the church makes a mistake in these things, since we see only the outward appearance of man, but the Lord knows what is inside. It also happens that the same ones are always chosen; personal liking can be a reason that more fit persons are not chosen. How important is the vote which each male member casts, but then also the manner in which it is done. The election is preceded by prayer, but has it already been a matter of prayer before that? Did we also need the Lord in these matters, as to for whom we should vote?

To become an officebearer, a lawful election is necessary. This calling to the service of the church is twofold, internal and external. Internal calling is the inner desire which the Lord gives in the heart to do this work out of love toward God in Christ to the welfare of the church. With such an internal calling the Lord inclines the heart to give ourselves unconditionally to Him; the Lord will give the ability to fulfill this task. Such persons have the qualifications or receive these gifts of the Lord. He does not promise how many talents He will give, but they will be sufficient to do the labor in His vineyard.

The external calling to the office takes place under the leading of the consistory, for which we also find a basis in God’s Word: “they ordained elders in every church” (Acts 14:23). The church elected, but it took place under the leading of the apostles, who took care that everything was done orderly. This is entirely different than in the church of Rome. There the government is in the hands of the priests, more important decisions are handled by the bishops, and the pope, as the head of the church, has the last word.

The reformers returned to God’s Word, and again placed the election of officebearers in the hands of the church. Different ways were used by them to elect, but the freedom of the church was guaranteed. The three different methods used in electing church officers were the aristocratic, the democratic, and the aristocraticdemocratic. It probably sounds confusing, but we will try to explain them.

In the French churches the aristocratic method was commonly used. The consistory then chose the elders and deacons, and these choices were presented to the congregation only for their approval. The democratic method, used by the Dutch refugee church in London, consisted of three steps. The members first, by a free ballot, select a list of candidates. From this list the consistory chooses those persons whom it considers most qualified. Those chosen by the consistory are then presented to the congregation for approval. The aristocratic-democratic method of the Scotish churches and the churches under the cross was that the consistory presented a list of twice the number of officebearers needed, from which the members then chose half. The names of those elected were then presented to the congregation for approval, that is, their names were read in the congregation on the two following Sundays. If no lawful objections were brought in against them, installation would take place.

Our reformed fathers have always objected against the democratic method as being too independent. In our denominations the aristocratic-democratic method is always used. Only in exceptional circumstances, as for instance in time of war when it is not possible to call a congregational meeting, the consistory may follow the aristocratic method.

Is it also a prayer in our life that the Lord may remember us, our church with the consistories?

Rev. A.M. DenBoer

Norwich, Ontario

BIBLE QUIZ

Dear boys and Girls,

Last month our quiz was about the eyes of the All-seeing God, Who views all that we do, whether in public or under the cover of darkness. But we are also seen in our daily life by others. Are we seen as being different than the world in our daily walk? As we grow older, can it be said of us as was said of Daniel in the 6th chapter of his book? Perhaps you are wondering what was said of him. You will spell the words by the first letters of the answers. At school, at home, wherever we go, do we show by our behavior that the Word of God and His commandments are known and observed by us in our lives?

In reading God’s Word, we find a great difference in the lives of those about whom we are told. How clear it is that our natural desires are away from God, but that He can and does bring a change in the hearts of His people. He calls to each person who hears His Word, “Look unto Me, and be ye saved, all the ends of the earth; for I am God, and there is none else.” May we be given eyes to look unto Him in all our needs.

What king commanded Judah to seek the Lord God of their fathers, and to do the law and the commandments?

The Lord Jesus taught us, “Thou shalt love thy________as thyself.”

The sons of________were sons of elial; they knew not the Lord.

The letter “X” - (no question).

The enemies of Daniel said, “We shall not find any occasion against this Daniel, except we find it against him______the law of his God.”

Of Adam and Eve we read, “And the________of them both were opened, and they knew that they were naked.”

Who lifted up his eyes and beheld all the plains of Jordan, that it was well watered, and chose to dwell there?

When a young________roared against Samson, the spirit of the Lord came mightily upon him.

The hand of the Lord was on____, and he girded up his loins, and ran before Ahab to the entrance of Jezreel.

Daniel said to Belshazzar, “O thou king, the most high God gave______ thy father a kingdom, and majesty, and glory, and honour.”

The spirit of the Lord departed from Saul, and an evil spirit from the Lord______him.

When Eli thought Hannah was drunken, she said, “No, my lord, I am a woman of a______ spirit.”

Potiphar saw that the Lord was with Joseph, and that the Lord made all that he did to________ in his hand.

The last verse of Judges reads, “In those days there was no king in________; every man did that which was right in his own eyes.”

Moses and Aaron said to Pharaoh, “Thus saith the Lord God of the hebrews, How long wilt thou______to humble thyself before Me?”

Naborth said to Ahab, “The Lord forbid it me, that I should give the________of my fathers unto thee.”

So Saul died for his______which he committed against the Lord, even against the word of the Lord, which he kept not.

His________looked back from behind him, and she became a pillar of salt.

The spirit of the Lord came upon Gideon, and he blew a trumpet; and__________was gathered after him.

Who went down to Timnath, and saw there a woman of the daughters of the Philistines, and desired her as his wife?

Who was the father of Korah, who rebelled with Dathan and Abiram against Moses and Aaron?

Elisha said to Gehazi, “the leprosy therefore of______shall cleave unto thee, and unto thy seed for ever.”

And______saw the nakedness of his father, and told his two brethren.

Word was brought to Nebuchadnezzar of three men who did not regard him, nor worship the ______which he had set up.

Sarah saw the son of Hagar, which she had born unto Abraham, ________.

(Your answers should be sent to Garret J. Moerdyk, 5211 Woodmont Drive, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49001)

“His Eyes Are Upon The Ways Of Man” -Job 34:21

Hezekiah -Isaiah 38:3

Iniquity - Habakkuk 1:13

Seeth -Ezekiel 10:9

Evil -Judges 4:1

Youth -Psalm 25:7

Ears II Chronicles 7:15

Secret -Matthew 6:4-6

Alms -Acts 10:4

Reuben -Genesis 29:32

Earth -II Kings 16:9

Upon -Luke 22:61

Pass -Exodus 12:13

Outward -I Samuel 16:7

Nathanael -John 1:48

Tower -Genesis 11:5

Hagar -Genesis 16:13

Eyes -Isaiah 1:16

Wickedness -Genesis 6:5

Affliction -Exodus 3:7

Year -Exodus 23:17

Sodom -Genesis 18:20-21

Open -Daniel 9:18

Formed -Psalm 94:9

Men -Psalm 11:4

Abomination -Matthew 16:15

Noah -Genesis 7:1

Answers to the Bible quiz have again

been received from—

Elaine Frens

Ross Derksen

Jeff Rosendall

Rachel Rosendall

Kristi Rosendall

Glen VanderKooi

Carrie Blok

Ray VanderKooi

Julie VanGemert

Steven VanOostenbrugge

Karl VanOostenbrugge

Jeremy A. Boot

Jeff Boot

Tammy VandenToorn

Carl Mast

Joel VanderKooi

John VanGemert

Steve VanGemert

John Spaans

Peter VanderStel

Randy VanderStel

David Kaat

John Kaat

Mary Rosendall

Kevin Rosendall

Steven Baum

Kristi DeVries

Steven Johnson

Dwaine Johnson

Sharon Bazen

Dan Bazen

Peter Bazen

Ed Bazen

Lyle VanRavenswaay

Norm VanRavenswaay

Stephanie Kegel

Jody Kegel

Jolene VandenBerg

Lisa Stalker

Laura Jane Troff

Kristi Boluyt

John Heystek (2)

Tom Hoefakker

Wayne VandeWaerdt (3)

Jody Ann Ymker

Bob Boerkoel

John Boerkoel

Joanne Boerkoel

Janet Kievit

(?) Kievit

Artis denHoed

Robert denHoed

Dorenda denHoed

Judy denHoed

Margaret Karelse

Shirley Karelse

Karen Karelse

Michelle Karelse

Dave Kwekel

Dan Kwekel

Tom Kwekel

Mike VanBemden

Sally VanBemden

Debbie VanBemden

Kathy VanBemden

Jeffry Knibbe

Nora Jane Knibbe

Carmel Goudzwaard

Jonathan Kamp

Daniel Kamp

Clarinda Keizer

Rob Nieuwenhius

Tim Nieuwenhuis

Julie DeBruine

Randy DeBruine

Karen Wesdyk

John Wesdyk

Nancy deJong

Peter deJong

Bert deJong

Jacqueline deJong

Diana VanDeMoere

Denise Ann VanDeMoere

Mark Talbot

Leah Talbot

Linda Talbot

Sharon Talbot

Laura Talbot

James VandenBrink

Leah Pluim

Rachel Pluim

Bum Pluim

David Hoogendoorn

Kent Hoogendoorn

Sheryl denHoed

Sharon Kae denHoed

Darwyn Klarenbeek

LeAnn Klarenbeek

Arlen Klarenbeek

David Klarenbeek

Joan VanGiessen

Liz VanGiessen (2)

Linda Schelling

Beth Schelling

Brenda Schelling

Kathy Schelling

Erica Berman Greendyk

Yvonne Kegel

Brian Kegel

Linda Bazen (2)

James Bazen (2)

Karen Bazen (2)

Lisa VandenToorn

Susan VanRavenswaay

Lisa Hoogendoorn (2)

Shelley Hoogendoorn (2)

Beth VanderKooi

Stacy Seabert

Michele Seabert

Anita VanTilburg

Ellen Marie Baum

Robert Baum

Allan Jay Baum, Jr.

Sharon Maassen

Debra Witvoet

Carrie Witvoet

Dan Roelofs

Larry Roelofs

Kristina Ann Schipper

Tom Van Wingerden

Scott Van’t Zelfde

Laurie VanEss

Rick VanEss

Kristi Lamain

Sherry Fluit

Cheryl Fluit

Shirley Fluit

Richard Carlson

Randy Carlson

Steven Baum

Douglas John Mol

Doug Post

Vicki Post

Rachel Van Voorst

Judy Van Voorst

Jay Van Voorst

Kevin Verbeke (2)

Ronald Bertram

Reineke Bertram

Estella Schouten

Philip Schouten

Anita Jane Roth

Cindy Hulshof

Cornells Slingerland (2)

Joanne Slingerland

Rita Slingerland

Bettina Slingerland

Melanie VanBrugge

Michelle VanBrugge

Laura VanGrouw

Margaret Scholten (2)

Johanna Scholten (2)

Jason DeSmit

Julie DeSmit

Michael DeSmit

Eddie Maljaars

Leslie Van Wyk

Jeffrey Van Wyk

Edward VanWyk

Myra VanDeStouwe

Cheryl VanDeStouwe

Harriet Hubers

Howard Hubers

Duane Hubers

Mary Hubers

Elizabeth DenDekker

Teresa DenDekker

Joan Slingerland (2)

Teresa Slingerland

Janet Kardux (2)

Rosemary Kardux (2)

Doug Maljaars (2)

Judy Maljaars (2)

Eddie Maljaars (2)

John Eckhardt (3)

Peter Eckhardt (3)

Jonas Arnoldussen (2)

May VanBrugge

Helen VanBrugge

Geoffrey Erkelens (2)

Steven Tanis

Craig Tanis

Samuel Nweke (4)

And a certain ruler asked Him, saying, Good Master, what shall I do to inherit eternal life? And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou Me good? None is good, save one, that is, God. Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Honor thy father and thy mother.

Luke 18:18-20

And now to answer the letters which we have received—

JONAS ARNOLDUSSEN - It is no wonder you had trouble finding the answer to that last question, Jonas. We left one word out, and therefore it did not look right. Next month, D.V., we will try to have a crossword puzzle again. It seems most boys and girls like them.

PETER ECKHARDT -I am glad the mail strike is over in Canada, Peter. It was giving problems in getting the Banner of Truth delivered, but also in getting any replies back to us. We have not had much rain the last few weeks, so are hoping we may receive a good shower again.

ROSEMARY KARDUX - 140 seats will give quite a bit more space in the church, Rosemary. It is good to hear that more space is needed, since that means the congregation is growing. The psalmist was glad when it was time to go to church. Are you?

REINEKE BERTRAM - Did your uncle and aunt arrive safely from Holland, Reineke? It is a long trip from there to New Zealand. How long does it take to make the trip? Congratulations to David and his wife. We hope that they may have many happy years together.

MARGARET SCHOLTEN - After having seen the damage that a tornado does, the tornado warnings have a different effect upon us than before. But we also need the protection of the Lord on those days when the sun is shining brightly. Are you glad to be in school again?

ESTELLA SCHOUTEN - We were sorry to hear that you had the chicken pox, Estella. There were some children here in Kalamazoo who also had it about the same time I received your letter. How happy we were to hear that Anita was somewhat better.

DEBRA WITVOET - Those are strange names for twin goats, Debra. It sounds as if one was black and the other white. Or am I wrong? It was nice to see your parents in Kalamazoo, since that doesn’t happen so very often. Give them our greetings.

LAURA VAN GROUW - Congratulations, also to your parents, with that new baby boy in the family. I imagine you were happy to have a little brother this time. I know of a girl in the Bible who had two brothers, both younger than she was. Can you think who that might be?

JACQUELINE DE JONG - How do you like it now that you have moved, Jacqueline? Have you found some new friends? I have always lived in the same city, so do not know what it is like to move to another place. Who do you have as your teacher?

JOHN WESDYK - It seems as if you had a busy summer, John. For us the ocean is far away, but when you live in New Jersey it is not that far anymore. How many miles do you go to be at the ocean? When we look out over the water, it seems as if it is endless. How little we are compared to it.

RONALD BERTRAM - Did any of those families decide to move to New Zealand, Ronald? I am sure you would like to see more families in the church, especially if there are boys and girls your age. How are you doing with your organ lessons? Do you like to practice?

JANET KARDUX - We are quite well, Janet. How many chicks do you have? Have you had them before? Now that school has started again, I suppose you are studying lots of new things. What a lot there is to learn in those years at school.

NANCY DE JONG-What do you find different in Lethbridge, Nancy? It usually does not take too long to adjust to a new location, but at first you notice those differences more. We hope you will like it there. You will not be able to see your grandparents as often.

KAREN WESDYK - Did you pass your swimming class, Karen? How important water is to us in our daily lives. We need only think of the water we use for drinking, washing, cooking, etc. Water is also mentioned many times in the Bible. Can you think of some of them?

DAVID JOHN KAAT - You see that I did get your letter, David. It was nice to hear from you, but also that we had a chance to see you in Kalamazoo. I am not much of a gardener, but do like to eat the things which come from the garden. How wonderful that all those things may be grown for us to eat.

CARRIE WITVOET-Your cat must be very busy catching mice, Carrie. Don’t you feel sorry for the mice? Since cats do not eat grass like some animals do, or carrots and lettuce like rabbits do, I guess they do need their food. We see that the Lord provides for each animal in this way.

And that again concludes our letters for this month. Many thanks, boys and girls, for your replies to the quiz. We hope and pray that the things which you are learning from God’s Word may be used by the Lord to the good of your souls. He is a wonder-doing God.

A letter was received from Anita Schouten’s father in New Zealand to say that she appreciated the cards which had been sent her. Although she is still in the hospital and quite weak, the Lord has shown His great goodness in her condition. It had been the thoughts of the doctor that she would never be able to walk again, but she was enabled to take a few steps. We sing in one of our psalters, “When the needy seek Him, He will mercy show. Yea, the weak and helpless shall His pity know.” How necessary for us to learn our need, not only in the troubles of our body, but also in regard to our soul, and to seek our help of the Lord, Who is so able to help us. We pray that the Lord will further strengthen Anita and remember her also in these deep ways.

With love, “Uncle Garret”

LOST! LOST! LOST!

A minister in London once spoke to his congregation abut the “Value of the Soul”, using for his text Matthew 16:26: “For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul.” He told about the soul which each of us has, and the great value of it. In his sermon he told the following story—

A boy had been sent out on an errand rather late in the evening of a dark winter day. It was not a great distance that he had to go, but was along a lonely path where there were but few houses. He hurried along and was soon finished with his errand. It was not quite dark outside, but the path was well known to him, and he was not afraid.

He had gone but a short distance when the snow began to fall thick and heavy, so that he could not see anything but snowflakes falling. The path so familiar was quickly covered over with snow, and he soon realized that he had turned away from the path without knowing it. What was he to do? He turned back, hoping to retrace his steps, but found that the snow had already erased his footsteps. Turning first to the left and then to the right, he tried to find a familiar place, but it was no use. And the snow continued to fall.

At last he began to cry out, “Lost! lost! lost!”, hoping that someone might hear his cry. But he heard no answer; all was still. He knew he could not stay out all night, and so he continued to cry out, “Lost! lost! lost!” as loudly as possible. How tired, how lonely he felt, and his voice was becoming hoarse. O! what was he to do?

In a house not far from where the boy was, which could not be seen because of the snow, a man opened his window. The snow was falling so thick and fast, and he was happy to be inside on such a night. Suddenly he heard a faint cry, “Lost! lost! lost!” Who could it be? He at once called for a servant and sent him out to search. Following the direction of the cries, the servant soon found the lost boy, tired and hoarse, but still crying out, “Lost! lost! lost!” How happy for the boy that he saw the danger he was in, that he cried for help, and that his cry was heard.

The minister then explained our lost condition because of sin and that we, too, are in danger of perishing. How happy it will be for us if we may see our danger, and may cry out for mercy and help to the gracious Friend of sinners, the great Deliverer, Who “came to seek and to save that which was lost.” If we do not learn to cry out for help, our soul will be lost indeed, lost for ever.

-Adapted

KNOWLEDGE AND WISDOM

Man’s busy reaching high degrees In schools and universities;

Great efforts are made, with toil and pain;

No cost is spared for knowledge gain.

“But,” man would say, “It is a must!”

Not realizing we are but dust,

To which we must return one day. And what will then the learned say?

Knowledge is good, not to disdain,

But better yet is Wisdom’s gain,

Considering that you and I Are destined for eternity.

Two ways are running side by side;

One is narrow, the other wide.

While “Knowledge” on the one may stay,

The narrow is the “Wisdom’s” way.

Man will not ask what way this is; Consider it but foolishness;

And so walks on without a care; The dreadful end gives him no scare.

Be not like such who do not care; It’s nothing but a devil’s snare,

Who rather pictures all things well,

Thus ending up with him ... in hell.

Be wise therefore and heed the voice

Inviting to another choice

From Wisdom, Who is Truth and Life,

And Who’ll uphold you in the strife.

Consider then what you shall gain,

What value then you may obtain!

Where “Knowledge” without “Wisdom” is,

“Wisdom” may call “Knowledge” ... His.

F. Berman

QUESTIONS

Do any ask the heavenly road,

The shining way that leads to God?

Then hear the blessed Jesus say,

“Come unto Me, I am the Way.”

Do any wish the truth to learn,

The good from evil to discern;

To shun the tempter in their youth?

The Savior says, “I am the Truth.”

Do any feel the plague of sin,

Satan and death at work within?

Jesus can quell the mortal strife,

For Jesus says, “I am the Life.”

Submitted

MY PROTECTION

Grant me thy Divine direction In the way that I should go;

Let thy hand be my protection From the power of every foe.

-Gadsby

TEACH US TO PRAY

Lord, teach a little child to pray, Thy grace betimes impart;

And grant Thy Holy Spirit may Renew my youthful heart.

A sinful creature I was born, And from my birth have strayed;

I must be wretched and forlorn Without Thy mercy’s aid.

But Christ can all my sins forgive, And wash away their stain;

Can fit my soul with Him to live, And in His kingdom reign.

To Him let little children come, For He has said they may;

His bosom then shall be their home;

Their tears He’ll wipe away.

For all who early seek His face Shall surely taste His love;

Jesus shall guide them by His grace,

To dwell with Him above.

Gadsby

OUR SCHOOL

Shed on our school Thy heavenly light,

And give it favour in Thy sight:

May each young learner early find

A Saviour—merciful and kind.

Direct their footsteps, God of grace;

Teach them to seek their Maker’s face;

Let them Thy great salvation know,

And be their portion here below.

And O may we, who teach them, share

In the almighty Father’s care;

In zeal and love may we be found,

And in each Christian grace abound.

Adapted

COME UNTO ME

“Come unto Me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. “ Matthew 11:28. When we rest, we find relief to our weary limbs. So spiritually. When the soul comes to Jesus, He gives it rest and relief from its burdens; as well as deliverance from anxiety, and cessation from the labour that distresses and distracts it. He promises to give this —”come unto Me, and I”—who else can do it? None, either in heaven or earth—”Come unto Me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” How? By communicating to the soul out of His infinite fulness, by sprinkling upon the conscience His atoning blood, by shedding abroad in the heart His dying love, and enabling the soul to believe on His name, and cling to His Person. In this there is restnothing else will do it—nothing else will give it. Other remedies will leave us at last under the wrath of God. But he that comes to and leans upon Jesus, His finished work, His dying love, will have rest here and heaven hereafter.

Are not our poor minds often restless, often anxious, and pensive, because of a thousand doubts, perplexities, painful trials, and grievous afflictions—do they not all make your spirit weary and restless within you? There never can be anything but restlessness while we move round this circle of sin and self. But when by precious faith we come out of our own righteousness, our own strength, our own wisdom, our own worthiness; come to, believe in, hang upon, and cleave unto the Person, blood, and work of the only-begotten Son of God, so as to feel a measure of His preciousness in our hears—then there is rest. This is solid, this is abiding, this is not delusive; this will never leave the soul deceived with false hopes. No, it will end in eternal bliss and glory—in the open vision of eternal love—in seeking Him face to face Whom the soul has known, looked to, believed in, and loved upon earth. J.C. Philpot

THE PUBLICAN’S PRAYER

Finally, the Publican had also a penitent mouth, with which he cried out: God be merciful to me a sinner. This is the sincere prayer which all downcast sinners must pray out of the depths of a broken and contrite heart. It would be of little avail to them though they possessed contrite feet, eyes, and hands, if they did not with the Publican have recourse to the throne of divine grace and mercy and there open their penitent mouth with a like plea for gracious reconciliation. Here again, there was a great distinction. The Pharisee appeared before God with a broad declamation or recitation of his honourable and praise-worthy qualities which he wanted to be looked upon. The Publican casts himself down before the open mercy seat of the God of all compassion pleading only for His mercy.

Theo. VanDerGroe

WE HAVE FORGOTTEN GOD

“We have been the recipients of the choicest bounties of heaven; we have been preserved these many years in peace and prosperity; we have grown in numbers, wealth, and power as no other nation has ever grown.

“But we have forgotten God. We have forgotten the gracious hand which preserved us in peace and multiplied and enriched and strengthened us, and we have vainly imagined, in the deceitfulness of our hearts, that all these things were produced by some superior wisdom and virtue of our own.

“Intoxicated with unbroken success, we have become too selfsufficient to feel the necessity of redeeming and preserving grace, too proud to pray to the God that made us.”

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A PERIODICAL FOR YOUNG AND OLD

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