p. 15 | Signs of the Times, Vol. 15, No. 1. (1/7/1889)

Earlier text: MORE BLESSED TO GIVE THAN TO RECEIVE

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By Editor

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THE ADVENT REVIEW AND SABBATH HERALD.

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A RELIGIOUS JOURNAL FOR ALL CLASSES.

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FATHERS

By Ellet Joseph Waggoner

OF THE

Catholic Church.

BY E. J. WAGGONER.

HISTORY repeats itself, because human nature is the same in all ages of the world. Hence, he who would know how to avoid error in the future, must know how errors have developed in the past. The "Fathers of the Catholic Church" shows the condition of the heathen world at the time of Christ, briefly states the principles of ancient heathen philosophy, and shows how the adoption of these principles by prominent men in the church, and the incautious lowering of the standard of pure Christianity, developed the Papacy, which was simply a new phase of paganism. It shows that by the time of Constantine every phase of the Papacy was fully developed, and was only waiting for supreme power. The chapter on

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VIEWS OF NATIONAL REFORM.

By Editor

PACKAGE NO. 1, 184 PAGES, 20 CENTS.

This package contains thirteen tracts treating upon the various phases of the National Reform movement, as follows:—

NO.                                                                   PAGES.

Religious Legislation, ............................................ 8
Religious Liberty, ................................................ 8
National Reform and the Rights of Conscience, ..................... 16
The American Papacy, .............................................. 16
Bold and Base Avowal, ............................................. 16
National Reform is Church and State, .............................. 16
Purity of National Religion, ...................................... 8
The Salem Witchcraft, ............................................. 8
What Think Ye of Christ?, ......................................... 8
National Reformed Constitution and the American Hierarchy, ....... 24
The Republic of Israel, .......................................... 8
National Reformed Presbyterianism, ............................... 32
The National Reform Movement an Absurdity, ....................... 16

The above package will be sent post-paid to any address for twenty cents.

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THE HOME OF THE SAVED.

By John Norton Loughborough

BY ELD. J. N. LOUGHBOROUGH.

THIS pamphlet gives the Bible evidence upon the interesting topic of the earth made new, as the inheritance of the saints. It contains 82 pages. Price, 10 cents.

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GERMAN EDITION OF

THE LIFE OF CHRIST.

BY MRS. E. G. WHITE.

AUTHOR OF "THE GREAT CONTROVERSY BETWEEN CHRIST AND SATAN," "SKETCHES FROM THE LIFE OF PAUL," "BIBLE SANCTIFICATION," AND OTHER VALUABLE RELIGIOUS WORKS.

THIS new volume from the pen of the above gifted author, who is already so well known both in this country and in Europe from her previous writings on religious and temperance topics, will be hailed with delight by the German-reading public throughout the world.

This work is written in a simple, yet terse and interesting narrative style, and brings out many gems of truth in the life and works of Christ which cannot but awaken new interest and arouse a deeper love for the Saviour of mankind.

The book is for all classes, rich and poor, high and low, young and old. All can learn valuable lessons from this life of the "Great Teacher."

"The Life of Christ" is printed in clear, large type, from new plates, on fine calendered paper, and contains over 600 pages. The 28 engravings which the book contains illustrate the text and assist the reader to more readily understand the circumstances and surroundings of Christ while on earth, and to grasp the truths which the author brings out in its pages.

The narrative of the four evangelists is skillfully woven into the work, and they are shown to be in harmony throughout. While the work will be found to harmonize strictly with the Bible, it at the same time so thoroughly interests the reader that it is with reluctance that he lays it down until the last page has been read.

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HISTORY OF THE SABBATH

By John Nevins Andrews

AND FIRST DAY OF THE WEEK.

BY ELD. J. N. ANDREWS.

THIS WORK CONTAINS A MINE OF INFORMATION.

THE Bible record of the Sabbath; the secular history concerning it, the successive steps by which the change to the first day was made, and the work of restoration, are given in detail.

Every text of Scripture concerning the Sabbath is commented on at length; and the complete Testimony of the Fathers in regard to the Sabbath and first day is given. The comparative merits of the seventh and the first-day Sabbaths are fully shown. A copious index enables the reader to find any text, or the statement of any historian.

Should be read by everybody. 548 pp. Price, $2.00. Address, PACIFIC PRESS, Oakland, Cal.

CHRIST IN THE GOSPELS,

By James P. Cadman

—OR—

The Life of our Lord in the Words of the Evangelists,

BY JAMES P. CADMAN, A. M.

Is, as its Name Indicates, a Compilation in which the four Narratives of ### THE LIFE OF CHRIST ARE WOVEN INTO ONE CONNECTED STORY, MAKING A COMPLETE HARMONY OF THE GOSPELS IN THE EXACT LANGUAGE OF THE SCRIPTURES.

THE text is that of the Revised Version, and while every word in the four Gospels appears, the work is so arranged that the reader can tell at a glance the words used in each Gospel. Those who have tried to gather all the facts concerning some miracle, or other event, and at the same time properly locate and credit the various parts of the narrative, will appreciate this book, which is the very best of its kind and gives evidence of an immense amount of careful and painstaking labor.

The book is fully indexed so that any text or subject can be readily found; and the maps, notes, and diagrams which it contains are alone well worth the price of the volume. The following partial (less than half) TABLE OF CONTENTS will give an idea of the scope of the work:—

Index to chapter and verses; Life of Our Lord (333 pages); Index of persons, places, and subjects, with dictionary of proper names; Explanation of maps and diagrams; Map of the pathway of Jesus; Diagrams illustrating the principal events of crucifixion week.

This work is invaluable, and all who love the Bible should have a copy. It contains 394 pages, is well printed on good paper, and is neatly and substantially bound in cloth.

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THE SECOND COMING OF CHRIST.

By James White

By ELDER JAMES WHITE.

This pamphlet gives a brief exposition of the twenty-fourth chapter of Matthew, and its relation to other scriptures bearing upon the subject of the time and manner of the Second Advent, and invites your careful and prayerful attention to the prophetic address of the Son of God as delivered upon the Mount of Olives. Paper covers, sixty-four pages, sent post-paid for ten cents.

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HAPPY NEW YEAR.

By Editor

WE do not say this to our readers simply because it is customary, any more than we say, "Good-morning," to our friends simply because that is the conventional expression. From the heart we hope that this new year may be to all the readers of the SIGNS OF THE TIMES a happy one.

We do not wish them such happiness as the world gives, but that true happiness which the servants of God enjoy; that happiness that continues even in the midst of trial and distress, because that very tribulation brings to them in larger measure, and makes more real and precious, the power of Christ; that happiness which does not depend on external circumstances, but which dwells within the individual, so that in the multitude of his thoughts within him the comforts of the Lord may delight his soul.

The past year has been one of great blessings and mercies. God has in a special manner blessed the workers in the office of the SIGNS OF THE TIMES, and we feel of good courage as we begin another volume. We do not contemplate any new departure, but we do expect that the blessing of God will be with us in an increased degree, and that the SIGNS will be made much more efficient than ever before in the line of work which it has been following.

While we shall endeavor to the best of our ability to give comfort, encouragement, and instruction in the way of life and practical godliness, and thus to do our share towards making this a happy new year for our friends, we hope that we may at least have the benefit of their prayers to a throne of grace. Not long shall we have to battle with the powers of darkness; soon shall the King descend and crown his waiting people with glory, according to "the exceeding riches of his grace," and then will begin a glad new year, the joy of which shall continue throughout eternity.

"CHRISTMAS AND NATIONAL REFORM" is the title of a leading article in the Christian Nation of December 19; and the first sentence of the article is, "There is no necessary connection between Christmas and National Reform, and yet there is a natural relation which writers on Christmas do not seem able to escape." True; there is a natural relation. Both are of the Papacy. Christmas being compounded from "Christ," a name of our Lord, and "mass," the Catholic name of a most idolatrous rite. And National Reform is the unholy perversion of the kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the usurpation of his authority by man. There is a natural relation. That was a happy thought, Mr Editor.

WE are receiving reports from quite a number of churches in regard to the services during the week of prayer, and the holiday contributions to foreign missions. We have made no report of our meetings in Oakland, because we wished all the reports, as far as possible, to appear at the same time. Next week we shall publish all the reports that we have, and we hope to have them all in by that time. If any churches have not reported, they will please do so immediately.

THE California Prohibitionist chronicles with evident gratitude the rumor that the saloon men of San Bernardino will soon close their saloons during divine service on Sundays. What a victory for prohibition and the churches! Now we suppose all the churches will have rest.

THE

By Editor

Signs of the Times

FOR 1889.

A Sixteen-Page Paper, Published Weekly, at Oakland, Cal.,

FOR THE

International Tract Society.

WITH the beginning of the year 1889 the SIGNS OF THE TIMES enters upon its fifteenth volume, which the publishers are determined shall be the best ever published. It will consist of fifty numbers of sixteen pages each, making, in the course of the year, 800 pages of the choicest reading matter, classified each week as Editorial, Missionary, Sabbath-school, Temperance, General Matter, and Secular and Religious News, besides Editorial Notes.

EDITORIAL DEPARTMENT.

The editorial force upon the SIGNS OF THE TIMES has been increased, and for this and other reasons the publishers feel warranted in promising for the coming year a greater amount and a better variety of matter in the Editorial Department than ever before. In this part of the paper will be discussed in an interesting and readable manner the various phases of practical Christian life and doctrine, embracing the evidence of the divinity of the Scriptures; the fulfillment of prophecy; the signs of the times; the harmony of the law and the gospel; together with everything that pertains to a thorough knowledge of our duties to God and to each other. Educational, social and political questions will also be discussed, the latter, however, only so far as they relate to matters of religion, for with politics as such the SIGNS has nothing to do.

THE SABBATH-SCHOOL DEPARTMENT.

The Sabbath-school Department will be largely a running commentary, by the editors, upon two series of lessons, one of which is the regular International Series. These lesson notes will be of such a character that they will not only be of great service to students in the preparation of their lessons, but will also be perused with interest and profit by the general reader.

MISSION DEPARTMENT.

In the Missionary Department will be published reports from the various-mission fields, both home and foreign, together with brief descriptions of the fields and their wants.

TEMPERANCE DEPARTMENT.

In the past no part of the paper has met with more favor than the Temperance Department. Many temperance societies have used the SIGNS regularly in their meetings, and the publishers hope to make this feature of it still more interesting in the future than it has been in the past. This Department will contain not only the very best temperance matter obtainable, but also short articles relating to the preservation of health, including the discussion of proper food and dress, and correct habits of working, eating, sleeping, etc.

HOME CIRCLE DEPARTMENT.

This department is fully described by its name. In it will be published short stories of an elevated character, besides short sketches of history, travel, and biography. Altogether, it will be a most interesting and instructive part of the paper, especially for the young folks, though all can read it with profit.

RELIGIOUS AND SECULAR NEWS.

This department will be maintained in perfect keeping with the high moral tone of the paper. The news published will be carefully selected and everything of a low or sensational nature carefully excluded. The design of this department is to enable the reader to keep abreast of the times in the current news of the day without reading a mass of objectionable and offensive matter usually found in the public prints.

ARTICLES ON THE BOOK OF ROMANS.

With the first number of the new volume we begin a series of articles upon the book of Romans, which will form a most interesting commentary upon this portion of the word of God. These articles will be distinct, each one being as nearly complete in itself as it is possible to make it. Under the heading of each article will appear the reference to that portion of the epistle covered by the comment, which will enable those who desire to do so to keep the connection of thought; this feature will also be appreciated by those who wish to preserve the articles for future reference, either by clipping and pasting in a scrap-book or by filing the papers which contain them. One object of these articles will be to make it impossible for the careful reader to peruse the epistle to the Romans without getting at least a general understanding of its scope and object.

GENERAL ARTICLES.

The general articles published in the SIGNS are the very best selected and original matter obtainable. The articles are usually short, and always clear and pointed. Much of the matter in this department is written especially for this paper, but selections are also carefully made from the leading religious papers, only the very best being taken. Altogether the publishers feel safe in saying that no other paper published will furnish so great a variety of equally good matter for the year 1889, as will the SIGNS OF THE TIMES.

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