The Sickness and Concerns of our Emeritus Ministers

The consistory of Lethbridge informed us that Rev. Heerschap was again admitted to the hospital. At our last visit with him, he could tell how the Lord had greatly encouraged him in all his tribulations and sorrow. There was a desire to be with the Lord, and of this he had received a foretaste. Nevertheless, his way is very difficult for the flesh. There were moments when he was discouraged under them, but the Lord showed him how His beloved Son, Jesus Christ, who was without sin, had to go a much deeper way when He had to undergo the wrath of God against our sins. Then He cried out, “I thirst.” Our brother was so instructed out of this, that he was fully united with the will of God. It is our wish that he may be administered daily out of the fullness of Christ, for then there is rest.

Rev. Kieboom’s condition does not vary much. Physically he is quite healthy, but he has to remain in the nursing home. He receives very good care there, and his wife can visit him every day. May he also experience the presence of the Lord, which is more than everything else.

In the family of Rev. Kuijt there are also concerns, as their daughter Leah has a serious illness and is undergoing treatment. There is nothing too wonderful for the heavenly Physician, and He is able to bless the means for her. Above all, may it be a means in God’s hand so that she can no longer miss the Lord. May the Lord also remember them together.

Rev. and Mrs. Verhoef are now nicely settled in Alberta. Although the weight of the years is felt, he may still occasionally preach a Dutch sermon. May the Lord bless these labors to the glory of His Name and the extension of His kingdom.

We hope that the Lord may give prayer for these circumstances of our emeritus ministers, who have spent so many years in our midst, in the Netherlands, and on the mission fields. The apostle has said, “Remember them which have the rule over you, who have spoken unto you the Word of God” (Hebrews 13:7a).

We remember also the three ministerial widows in our midst, especially again at the close of this year. May there also continually be experienced in their lives that which Isaiah wrote, “For thy Maker is thine Husband; the Lord of hosts is His Name; and thy Redeemer the Holy One of Israel; The God of the whole earth shall He be called” (Isaiah 54:5).

New Books Available

The Lives of Robert & James Haldane by Alexander Haldane

This book contains the story of the author’s father, James Haldane, and his uncle, Robert Haldane, two very wealthy men who were converted in the last decade of the 18th century. They became identified with many of the foremost evangelical enterprises of that time. Price $27.50

The Tabernacle in the Wilderness by John Ritchie

A short and practical study of the tabernacle, the offerings, and the priesthood, which typify the Person and work of Christ. Price $5.25

A Puritan Golden Treasury by I.D.E. Thomas

A collection of many “spiritual nuggets” covering a variety of topics have been brought together in this book from the writings of the Puritans. Price $8.75

Thy Word Is Truth by E. J. Young

E. J. Young, who also authored the book In the Beginning, here covers the doctrine of biblical inspiration, why and how it has been so fiercely contested, and what the Bible teaches about itself. Price $13.50

Memoir of James William Tobitt

These memoirs include a collection of sermons and extracts from letters, along with a short, personal history of Mr. Tobitt, pastor for thirty years in Hastings, England. Price $6.50

The Holy Bible

King James version - (Paperback)

This is an inexpensive, small print Bible, with the words of Christ in red. Price $2.50

Price Correction:

The Inquisitor’s Secretary

by W.J.D.Van Dijck

Price $7.50 (This was incorrectly priced in our recent flier.)

These books are available from:

Bible Truth Books

P.O. Box 2373

Kalamazoo, MI 49003

Services in Bradenton

Services are again being held in the Bradenton Christian School, 3400 43rd Street West, Bradenton, Florida. They are held each Sunday at 10:30 A.M. and 3 P.M. However, there will be no services on Christmas Day, December 25, or Sunday, December 26.

Those vacationing in Florida are heartily welcome. May the Lord add His blessing.

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