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In Humility and Faith
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upon Him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of
men: and being found in fashion as a man, He humbled Himself, and
became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. Wherefore
God also hath highly exalted Him, and given Him a name which
is above every name: that at the name of Jesus every knee should
bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the
earth; and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord,
to the glory of God the Father. Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have
always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in
my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.
For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of His
good pleasure.”
Philippians 1:27-29
;
2:1-13
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I have been instructed to present these words to our people in
Southern California. They are needed in every place where a church
is established, for a strange experience has been coming into our
ranks.
It is time now for men to humble their hearts before God and
to learn to work in His ways. Let those who have sought to rule
their fellow workers study to know what manner of spirit they are
of. They should seek the Lord by fasting and prayer, and in humility
of soul.
Christ in His earthly life gave an example that all can safely
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follow. He appreciates His flock, and He wants no power set over
them that will restrict their freedom in His service. He has never
placed man as a ruler over His heritage. True Bible religion will lead
to self-control, not to control of one another. As a people we need
a larger measure of the Holy Spirit, that we may bear the solemn
message that God has given us, without exaltation.
Brethren, keep your words of censure for your individual selves.
Teach the flock of God to look to Christ, not to erring man. Every
soul who becomes a teacher of the truth must bear in his own life
the fruit of holiness. Looking to Christ and following Him, he will
present to the souls under his charge an example of what a living,
learning Christian will be. Let God teach you His way. Inquire of
Him daily to know His will. He will give unerring counsel to all
who seek Him with a sincere heart. Walk worthy of the vocation
wherewith you are called, praising God in your daily conversation