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- God's people are set free from bondage to love one another as God loved them
SET FREE TO LOVE
(James 2:S-1>; 1
John 4;T-12>
"No man hath seen God at any
time. If we love one another, God
dwelleth in us, and His love is per
fected in us." (1 John 4:12)
The Scripture text given for to
day's study is selected passages from
the books James and John. Mr. Ed
win V. Hayden, writing for the Stan
dard Lesson Commentary, Interna
tiional Sunday School Lessons, made
some noteworthy comments concern
ing today's study. Quote, "Today's
lesson texts confirm truths that did
not come easily to their writers.
Faith did not come easily to James,
half brother to Jesus; and brotherly
love did not come easily to the
Apostle John.
James, who wrote this treatise
bearing his name, was one of four
sons of Joseph and Mary, who were
One commentarian noted that this
law sits oo a throne, and it makes
kingly those who obey it.
The Scriptures, in both the Old and
New Testaments, commands even
handed justice to rich and poor alike.
Material favortism violates God's
commandments, and, in fact runs
counter to righteous living. James
caught the enormity of this great
commandment, and his conscious
soared high as he viewed the neces
sity of keeping it if one was to have
the right relationship with the Lord.
In verse 9 he gave this warning
(paraphrased) "If you respect peo
ple on the basis of their material pos
sessions, you commit sin.
KNOWING GOD
(1 John 4:7-12)
Several decades had passed be
tween the writing of James epistle
and the writing of John's. The aged
John was still a "Son of Thunder"
when thunder was needed to refute
fals e teaching. There were many
false teachers n the first century.
John had lived long and learned
much. He had become known as the
Apostle of Love. The gnostics were
teaching, among other questionable
things, that God's Son could not have
lived in a physical body.
If Christ had not lived in human
form then He could not have suffered
and died on the cross, which is the
essential of Christian faith. To the
gnostics, who had a noticeable lack of
compassion for those about them who
were suffering and in need, but wbo
claimed an inaide special
relationship to God, John replied to
them point blank. "He that loveth
not, knoweth not God; for God is
love." (1 John 4:8)
(Lesson based on the International
Sunday School Lessons)
well known in Nazareth. Toward the
end of His ministry Jesus' brothers
still did not believe in Him, although
they were impressed with His mira
cles. They seem, however, to have
been convinced by His resurrection
from the dead, and they were found
among His disciples before the great
day of Pentecost.
Afterward, James continued in the
company of the Apostles and became
a leader in the church at Jerusalem.
The Apostle John, the son of Zebedee
and brother of Junes who was killed
by Herod, was always "the disciple
who Jesus loved," but he was not al
ways the Apostle of love.
The two brothers were nicknamed
"sons of thunder" by Jesus. It was
they who suggested that Jesus call
down fire on a Samaritan Village be
cause it refused them hospitality.
Yet, sixty years later the Apostle
John could say with utmost sincerity,
"My little children, love one an
other." (Unquote)
ROYAL LALW KEEPING '
(James 2:1-1))
James wrote his epistle about A.D.
50 and thus it was one of the first New
Testament books to be circulated in
writing. It's theme is the oneness of
God and the "Royal Law"? "Thou
shalt love thy neighbor as thyself."
(Leviticus 19). It is upon these prin
ciple truths that the believer is to
build his life.
James is addressing primarily a
problem in the early church, and, do
doubt, many churches since. The
problem involves treating the rich
worshippers better than poor folk in
the public meetings of the church.
When Jesus was asked which com
mandment was greatest, He named
first the command to love God with
one's whole being. Then He added
this one, "Thou shalt love thy neigh
bor as thyself." This law is royal, as
belonging to a king. It is given by the
King of kings.
: Arthritis Foundation
publishes magazine
Americans with arthritis now have
a new source for the most up-to-date
information about their disease. It's
a magazine called "Arthritis To
day," which is now published six
times a year by the Arthritis Founda
tion. The first issue was distributed
; to about 600,000 homes across the
country during the first two weeks of
January, 1967.
"There are almost 40 million
Americans who have a form of ar
thritis," said Betsey Brewster Case,
who serves as national chairman of
the Arthritis Foundation and who
herself has rheumatoid arthritis.
"They and their families want to
know the latest about arthritis re
search and treatment, and they want
to know how to best overcome their
disease in everyday living. The Ar
thritis Foundation's official new
membership magazine gives that
and much more."
"Arthritis Today" is the best
source for the most current informa
tion about new research, products,
medications and treatments. There
are also practical tips for making the
person with arthritis more comfort
able, independent and productive.
"Arthritis Today" replaces the news
letter-style publication titled "Na
tional Arthritis News," which has
been the Arthritis Foundation's offi
cial membership publication since
1980.
"The tone of our magazine is very
upbeat and positive," said Ms. Case.
"We want to show people that they
don't have to be depressed or give up
on life just because they have arthri
tis. 'Arthritis Today' allows people
with arthritis to regain control over
their body and to improve their
frame of mind."
The magazine deals with the finan
cial and emotitional concerns of peo
ple who have arthritis, as well as
with the physical aspects of having
arthritis. For example, upcoming is
sues will feature articles about ob
taining health insurance, commu
nicating with family members and
accessibility to public places. Each
issue will also provide practical in
formation, such as tips on travel,
exercise and medications.
"Most people who have arthritis
must live with it for the rest of their
life," said Ms. Case. "We at the Ar
thritis Foundation show them how to
live in the most pain-free and most
productive ways possible."
"Arthritis" is the term for a group
of about 100 related diseases that in
clude rheumatoid arthritis, os
teoarthritis, gout, lupus, bursitis and
spinal arthritis. For information
about "Arthritis Today," write to the
Arthritis Foundation, NC Division at
3115 Guess Road, Durham, N.C.
27705.
Orchestra to perform
The North Carolina Symphony
Chamber Orchestra will perform on
Thursday, February 19 at 8:00 p.m.
> , , in the Earnest A. Swain Auditorium
in Edenton under the baton of Asso
ciate Conductor, James Ogle. A per
formance by the Edenton Choral So
, ciety and the John A Holmes Concert
- Choir in combination with the Or
- , chestra will be the highlight of the
concert.
The first half of the 1987 program
includes Beethoven's Overture to Kin
- . Stephen, Op. 117, and Mozart's Sym
i " phony No. 36 in C Major, K. 425,
' '("Linz"). Following intermission the
- Edenton Choral Society and the
? ^-Holmes High School Concert Choir
will assemble with the Orchestra on
' stage, and will perform three vocal
- pieces. Hie group of over one hun
dred musicians and vocalists will
present Mozart's "The Gloria in Ex
celsis" from the Twelfth Mass. This
will be followed by Randall Thomp
son's The Last Words of David, and
the final selection, Peter J. Wilhous
ky's 'The Battle Hymn of the Repub
lic'. The February 19 program will
conlude with the Orchestra alone on
stage for the contemporary Aaron
Copeland's Suite from Appalachain
Spring, which promises to round out
one of the most balanced programs
on the Symphony's long and appre
ciated record with Chowan County.
Advance tickets for the perfor
mance are currently on sale at $7.00
for adults and $4 00 for students and
senior citizens. Requests may be di
rected to ticket sales chairman, Mrs.
Barbara Burroughs, at 482-2624 in
Edenton. Tickets will be available
the week before the concert at Hollo
well & Clount Pharmacy and at
Mitchener's Pharmacy on Broad
Street in Edenton, Sales will also be
made at the door on concert night,
but at the price of $8.00.
Area church news
i First Baptist schedule
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First Baptist Church Sunday
school begins at 9:45 a.m. with the
superintendent, Mrs. R.B. Gibbs, in
charge. Morning worship starts at
11:00 a.m. with Pastor J.H. London
preaching from the subject "The
New Covenant" Luke 22:20.
The senior choir will sing and the
Holy Communion will be served.
You are cordially invited to attend
this worship service.
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Cards
of Thanks
The family of the late Mrs. Daisy Jackson Downing is
very grateful and appreciative to all who extended ex
pressions of sympathy and kindness during their hours of
sadness. May God Bless you abundantly.
Hattie Downing and Family
To all who gave help and time at the demise of Murray
D. Lane, the family is very grateful. Your expressions of
sympathy, your prayers and your gifts were lovingly ac
cepted.
The Family of Murray D. Lane
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Pictured left is Tonya Howell.
Tonya is Vice President of the
District Beta Club. She will be
running for State Vice Presi
dent of the Beta Club in
Greensboro on March 6th and
7th.
NOTICE OF BID FOR
HOUSING REHABILITATION WORK
TOWN OF HERTFORD
Notice is hereby given that bid packages may be obtained on or after Thurs
day, February 5, 1987, during normal office hours at the Hertford Town Hall
for the rehabilitation of approximately seven (7) dwelling units.
Bids will be received and opened on Thursday, February 17, 1987, at 3:00
P.M. at the Hertford Town Hall. This work is funded through the State of
North Carolina, FY 1984, Small Cities and Community Development Block
Grant Program.
The Town of Hertford is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages bid
ding by Small and Minority Contractors. Inquires should be directed to the
Town of Hertford at 426-531 1 .
Dear
friends.
A death in the family
may create problems for
survivors which may be
lessened by discussion
and preplanning.
Funeral and burial ar
rangements are important
and should be freely dis
cussed. Some people
choose to prearrange and
prefinance a funeral to
assist their survivors after
death occurs.
Respectfully,
i&uitniiell
^Funeral
Home, 3nc.
509 Dobbs Street
Hertford, N.C.
426-7311
WHERE MERCY IS APPLIED
By Raymond C. Needham
Hertford Baptist Church
Hertford, N.C.
Jesus had a lot to say about our personal relationships with
others. It matters both in time and eternity how we treat our
fellowmen. In Luke 6:36 He says. "Be ye therefore merciful, as
your Father also is merciful." How can we put this into practice?
Where can we show mercy today?
First, we can be merciful in our thoughts. Do we tend to think of
others harshly, condemnly, or suspiciously? Are we in the habit of
always thinking only bad negative thoughts about them? Our Lord
would have us show mercy even in our thinking about others. Look
for the good in what they do and say. Ask God to give you an eye
to see the good. In so doing, you are showing others kindness, and
you become an inspiration to those with whom you associate.
Secondly, be merciful in word each day. So often we are
tempted to use cutting, ill-humored words. Let us pray for groce to
hold our peace even though that person may be filled with an
unpleasant and obtrusive disposition. Oh, what merciful words
from you may mean to them at such a time. They may be the
calming balm to that storm-tossed soul. Your merciful words may
help them to see the error of their way and seek the Saviour Who
can make them a "new creature."
Thirdly, be merciful in deed today. Be willing to serve; do some
little deed of kindness that you really are not obligated to do. It is
the way of mercy ond love to minister good to others. What a
happiness it brings to the heart of those in the home and place of
work when, by our deeds, we show them thot we care.
Fourth, be merciful in your whole being. What do we mean by
this? In all the dealings of the entire day, be friendly and kind to
others. Every contact of a day is an opportunity to show to others
the mercy which we ourselves hove received of the Lord. Through
us the Lord con reveal His grace to our fellow men as we're kind
and merciful in all our ways.
Fifth, be merciful for Jesus' sake. It was because of love and
mercy that Jesus came to earth to give His life on the cross for
sinners. Is there anything thot He needs more than friends who
ore merciful? These are the ones who make His gospel irresistible
to those for whom He died. Further, if we ourselves have received
of His mercy, shall not we show it to others for His soke?
Last, be merciful for your own sake. Jesus said. "Blessed are the
merciful, for they shall obtain mercy." Again He said, "With what
measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again." There is
another principle regarding relationships. "Give and it shall be
given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken to
gether, ond running over, shall men give into your bosom."
"Be ye, therefore, merciful, as your Father also is merciful."
Remember being merciful in word and deed begins with our being
merciful in thought. To be merciful in thought is made possible by
surrender to Him Who, in mercy, gave His life for us on Colvory's
cross, Jesus Christ.
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