Apr 1990 - Editorial

When the soul feels sapped by opposition and difficulties the believer must rest in faith upon the promises of God. This is not always easy; the searchings of heart of the Hebrew writers of the Psalms illustrate how difficult it can be to understand and deal with such problems. Yet the Psalms provide lasting, relevant help. We turn to them to find comfort and assurance. This month's article on "Affliction and Deliverance" provides an instructive reflection upon this matter, and one that many believers will find true to their own experience.

Whether passing through times of trial or victory, the heart that is in tune with God will want to worship Him. Moses was repeatedly instructed: "See that thou make them after their pattern" (Ex. 25:40), in connection with constructing the place of worship. Likewise, there is a pattern for Christians (Rom. 6:17 RVM), a "form of teaching" that incorporates the fundamentals of worship as part of the collective activity of Christian disciples. This is the topic of The Disciple Life this month, which provides a straightforward review of such scriptural teaching and a warning against the possibility of error.

Worship has been suppressed by various regimes down the centuries and our own times have been no exception. Recent events in various parts of the world, drawn to our attention in FOCUS, might point to possible liberation for those whose governments have for long years deterred Christian service. These circumstances call for earnest prayer and renewed vigour on the part those who see in so many current world developments clear signs of the soon return of the Lord Jesus Christ.

unknown | Apr 1990
Editorial