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 EARING
IT like it is!
 There
are many voices competing with the voice of the Church for
our attention. The noise that comes from newspapers, radio,
T.V., music, and movies can be overwhelming; while the voice
of the Church is more like a gentle breeze, sometimes almost
too quiet to even notice. Yet, it is crucial for us to
receive the word of God that we hear from the Church, and
accept it not as a human word but as it truly is, the word
of God, a living power among us who believe. (cf 1 Th
2:13)
Since
our last issue, my brother Doug went home to be with the
Lord. In the early '70s, Doug and his dear wife Heather
shared a profound experience of the reality of God's love
which radically altered the path of their lives. I am so
grateful that they were able to hear the voice of Jesus in
the Church. Their conversion led to my own. Kneeling beside
my brother's coffin, feeling God's holy presence and, with
it, the conviction that Doug is with the Lord is among the
greatest consolations of my life.
Several
years ago Neil gave a series of lectures which provided a
historical perspective to the Reformation. Those who
attended were blessed with a sense of security in Jesus'
providential care for his Church. After some years of
persuasion, Neil has put these talks into article form so we
could share them with you. They will be published in a
special section at the end of each Olive Leaf for the next
few issues.
Another
new thing: Dennis "Max" Hengebeld has graciously given us
permission to publish his "Reverend Fun" cartoons in Olive
Leaf. We find these cartoons humorous and a even little
insightful. Let us know what you think.
Enjoy
the issue.
M.F.
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