Vol. 2:4 (April 1956)
Editorial
The most important and eternally significant event in history since the creation of Adam, and definitely the most miraculous, is the incarnation of the Son of God. In the midst of the international confusion, the critical dissolution of formerly stable institutions, and the striking disillusion of many hearts, it is merciful of God to confirm this well authenticated fact upon which faith rests and hopes rise, the great mystery of Godliness, God manifest in the flesh. The unique mode, the primary purpose, and the ultimate objective of Christ’s birth and death form the wonderful display of infinite grace.
The personality of the Lord Jesus is a miracle, for it is the mysterious combination of the full natures of God and man. The very mystery of the personality of Christ demands the absolute loyalty of the Christian. It is hoped that this number, with its emphasis upon Christ, His person and work, may create a deeper love, produce a stronger faith, and result in a more courageous fidelity toward our blessed Lord Jesus.
Lambert at the stake in 1538, underwent much suffering because of the slowness of the fire. When, but partly consumed, he was finally thrown into the fire by the guards, his last words were, “None, but Christ, none but Christ.”
Oh, to feel the greatness of Christ’s attraction, and to respond with a more intensive faithfulness!
Donald Taylor emphasizes the excellency of Christ in his study of comparatives, “His Matchless Worth.” A. J. Crick, England, a new contributor, deals with an important aspect of the work of Christ, redemption. The second part of Donald Norbie’s word study, “His Name,” makes the heart rejoice, and acknowledge that God has given Him a Name which is above every name.
The article on moral purity by Aubrey Dellandrea should be pondered by, not only the lambs of the flock, but by even more mature Christians. Our brother contends, and rightly so, in the development of his subject, that mental purity is basic. Impurity in the act, is an evidence of an earlier impurity of the mind.
The hymn on the cover by our brother Ben Tuininga beautifully expresses a heart engaged and enamoured with Christ. It may be sung to “Retreat” or some other L.M. tune.
The subject of the letters in The Forum, should provoke deep exercise of heart. The absence of the high qualifications among elder brethren, and the lack of concern on the part of many for the condition of the Lord’s people, is not only confusing to young believers, but perplexing to many of the spiritually minded in the assemblies.