Aug 1989 - Editorial

Many readers of this magazine will be familiar from childhood with teaching about the Person of the Lord Jesus which portrays Him as Prophet, Priest and King. To some this may seem a slightly old-fashioned frame of teaching but it reflects truth which the whole of Scripture conspires to present in type and illustration. And it is remarkably comprehensive in its presentation of the Lord standing before men with the Word of God; between them and God; and above all in sovereignty.

It is one of the great tragedies of all time that millions have embraced a faith which displaces the divine Prophet with one so manifestly inferior, and which has plunged whole continents into spiritual darkness. The latest bizarre chapter in the global history of Islam is dealt with in FOCUS. The beautiful priestly character and service of the Lord Jesus reaches a high point in the order of Melchizedek, the theme of our main study article this month; an outstanding scriptural presentation of the unique and gracious work of the risen Saviour on behalf of His people.

So may our perusal of this magazine never fail to return us to the precious Person and work of our Lord and Saviour - whether the message of the Prophet, the ministry of the Priest, or the majesty of the King of the ages.

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Editorial