Vol 3:12 (Dec 1957)
Editorial
“Beware lest thou forget the Lord,” are the warning words of Moses. David stirs his spirit saying, “Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits.” The kindness of God during 1957 causes thanksgiving to Him. He has blessed us, and assured our hearts that the ministry through Food for the Flock is a blessing to many.
The challenge of 1958 results in endeavours to improve the magazine, not only in appearance and readability, but in, what is more important, the making it a better medium of ministry. On the suggestion of some, and the request of others, the Committee decided to open a department containing articles for teachers in the Sunday School. These articles will be written by brethren willing to combine their ability and experience to assist in this great service. Articles covering topics as: “The importance of the Child,” “The Assembly and the Sunday School,” “The Spiritual and Mental Qualifications of a Teacher,” and others will appear. Much of the material will be gathered jointly by the Committee and friends, and will be assembled by a matured writer. Watch for every issue. Recommend this department. Be sure to renew your subscription, and to send gift subscriptions to young friends in work among the children.
In December our thoughts go to Bethlehem, and our reflections converge upon the first advent of Christ. By faith we look upon the scene that met the gaze of the shepherds when they saw the young Child and His mother.
Emphasis has been placed upon the person of Christ in this number.
Henry Palmeri, New York, a new contributor, gives the devotional article, “The Loveliness of Christ,” which warms the heart for a consideration of the doctrinal study, “The Incarnation,” by S. O. M. Dr. John Boyd, Northern Ireland, from whom we have enjoyed previous articles, provides an exposition of myrrh in the “Song of Solomon,” stimulating thoughts of the person, ministry, and work of Christ.
To “The Lambs of the Flock” we introduce Alex Smith, a worker among young people in Scotland. We are certain “The Growth of a Convert” will touch the heart of the reader.
Robert Hazel, in his first article, reminds us that Christ, Who came in humility to Bethlehem, will come back again in glory.
The poem, “The Woman’s Seed,” by F. B. M. re-emphasizes the birth of Christ. Like the wise men of old, we bow to offer our homage, and with thousands we rejoice that “Unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given.”
Unto Him, “The King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen.”