Food For the Flock
Vol 4:1 (Jan 1958)
Editorial
The ultimate hope of redemption is a New Heaven and a New Earth in which dwells righteousness. Eventually, God Himself will declare, “Behold, I make all things new,” and the old creation will pass away forever.
May spiritual aspirations after future scenes of sinless perfection create in the heart of each believer a longing to discontinue some of the old things and to press toward that high calling of God in Christ Jesus. Not that we shall attain to a state of moral perfection; nevertheless, we may become less carnal and more spiritual, less contemporary in our thoughts and more prophetical. “Beloved, seeing that ye look for such things, be diligent that ye may be found of Him in peace, without spot and blameless” (2 Pet. 3:14).
In this first number of volume four Food for the Flock lays emphasis upon the experiential results of such heart yearnings. The new photograph from Palestine on the cover might well become symbolic. Let us leave behind the failures and disappointments of the past and press into higher and holier living, into closer fellowship with God.
Such sentiments guided Thomas Wilkie in writing “The Transformed Life.” A more constant renewing of the mind will fortify it against the growing tendency of conformity to this world.
Boyd Nicolson, in his expostion, “The Potter’s Portrait,” enables us to understand that God can make a new and a better vessel out of a life that has been marred by sin. When it is committed into the hands of the Divine Potter He can make it again a vessel unto His honour.
Ernest B. Sprunt would stir up “The Lambs of the Flock” to go in for just such an experience. How frequently the flame of love and zeal burns low! May it be rekindled to burn more vigorously and brightly in order that we disseminate warmth and light.
Since Food for the Flock published the articles on “Demonology” by Edwin Tharpe, there has been a desire for a doctrinal statement dealing with the being and ministry of “Angels.” Robert McClurkin gives us a systematic presentation of this subject. Let us become acquainted with our brother’s understanding regarding the existence of these creatures so we may enjoy his thoughts relative to their ministry next month.
“Beside the Shepherds’ Tents” opens the new department previously announced. We pray that it may be a blessing to all who seek to break the Bread of Life small for the children. Any questions or suggestions for this new section will be much appreciated.