Volume 19, No.3, Aug. 2008
Memorial Observances
"Purge out therefore the old leaven, that ye may be a new lump, as ye are unleavened. For even Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us" (Corinthians 5:7). FOUR QUESTIONS Considerations about the Memorial observance were treated in February 1996, when four questions were answered.1 (1) Since Bible Students link the celebration of Memorial to the Passover observance and use the Jewish calendar to [...]
Carl Hagensick
Born September 17, 1934 Changed May 23, 2008 After dealing with a paralyzing stroke for some 19 years Bro. Carl Hagensick, a founding editor and frequent contributor to Beauties of the Truth, has finished his earthly pilgrimage. He leaves behind a legacy of devoted service to the brethren all over the world. Bro. Carl was personally involved in many special projects that have blessed [...]
Three and a Half Years
"In the midst of the week, he shall cause the sacrifice and oblation to cease" (Daniel 9:27). Thus are the 3½ years of our Master's earthly ministry defined - half of the last, or seventieth week, of the prophecy. Probably all would agree that these are the most important 3½ years for the human race. During this time the very son of God himself [...]
John Huss, Martyr
John Huss was the bold reformer who took up the spirit of Wycliffe, who predeceased Huss by 31 years. Huss laid the groundwork for the Reformation of Martin Luther a century later. He was also a master at Charles University in Prague, and produced extensive writings. Richard II, King of England, married Anne of Bohemia, and travelling back to Bohemia brought Wycliffe's ideas with [...]