Jan 1996 - Editorial

by HYLAND, D. T. | Category: Editorial | Jan 1996

A frequently quoted scripture is rendered in the Revised Version: 'whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that through patience and through comfort of the Scriptures we might have hope' (Rom. 15:4).

'The things written aforetime' are the Old Testament Scriptures which have been preserved as the Word of God providing proof of their abiding purpose and contemporary relevance. 'Written for our learning' or 'to teach us' (NIV) can also be applied to the New Testament writings. For instruction to be effective, a teachable spirit is necessary. May the Lord the Spirit produce this state of mind in editors, writers and readers alike.

Editors' plans for 1996 are in the permissive will of God. During the year it is proposed to produce a series of articles Lives as Lessons. These New Testament characters have been selected as having lives from which we can learn valuable lessons. Six of the articles deal with individuals, the other six with groups. Several of their lives touched the life of the Lord Jesus Christ during the 'days of His flesh'. Others were reached with the gospel and added to churches of God planted as a result of apostolic labours.

During the first half of the year a series of articles Gleanings from Isaiah will appear, expounding some of the major themes of the book. This month's article deals with the sufferings of Jehovah's Righteous Servant. The glories will follow.

FOCUS will continue to beam the Word of God on issues facing believers today. A Christian perspective will be presented on areas of contemporary thought and practice.

HYLAND, D. T. | Jan 1996
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