Mar 1990 - Editorial

"Oh that men would praise the LORD for His goodness, and for His wonderful works to the children of men!" is the repeated exclamation of the writer of Psalm 107 (vv. 8,15,21,31), as he recounts some of the ways in which God has been merciful to Israel and also to all men. All men benefit from the providential care of God, but those who have known His grace and power in redemption have additional incentives to move them to expressions of praise. Such themes, in relation to individual and collective expressions of praise, are explored in our "Meditations in the Psalms".

In the series on "The Disciple Life" examples of decision and dedication are reviewed for our encouragement and emulation. The Lord Jesus Himself provides us with the supreme example of complete dedication for us to approximate to in measure in our lives. The value of decision and dedication early in life is stressed, for then we are able to give the best years of our lives to the best of masters. Such a course of action will inevitably involve us in some present loss, but it will bring us eternal gain. Focus highlights some "Welcome Fruits of Perestroika". The plight of believers in the Soviet Union has been for a long time a cause for concern and the subject of much prayer. We are glad to hear of a relaxation of the restrictions that were imposed upon them and also of the opening of doors for the import of Bibles. We pray that this will lead to more effective Christian witness, and that great blessing will result from the increased availability of the Word of God in that land.

unknown | Mar 1990
Editorial