p. 24 | Review and Herald, Vol. 92, No. 38. (8/5/1915)

History of the Sabbath

Revised and Enlarged

This splendid volume by Elder J. N. Andrews, which was so highly prized by our people during the early years of this denomination, and which was the means of persuading many to accept the Bible Sabbath, has just been reissued in its revised and enlarged form.

For several years Elder L. R. Conradi, who has had access to the large libraries in Europe, has been making a thorough research in the ancient histories with regard to the Sabbath question. The information thus gained has been carefully prepared for this book, thus adding greatly to its completeness. It is a mine of useful information on the Sabbath question.

This book treats the Sabbath question from both the Biblical and the historical standpoint. Every passage of Scripture which has any connection with the Sabbath is carefully examined. The prophecies relating to the change from the seventh to the first day of the week and the history showing how and when the change was made, combine to make the study of this important subject one of great interest and profit. The various steps by which the change was made are given in detail; also the scriptures showing that the Sabbath will finally be exalted and restored to its proper place by the people of God.

A copious index enables the reader readily to find any passage of Scripture, or the statement of any historian.

The revised edition contains over 800 pages. Standard edition, full cloth binding, $1.50 Thin paper edition, flexible leather binding, $2.50

Order of Your Conference Tract Society, or of

REVIEW AND HERALD PUBLISHING ASSOCIATION

TAKOMA PARK, WASHINGTON, D. C.

BOOKS FOR TEACHERS

“Talks to My Students”

A very helpful and practical collection of chapel talks delivered at chapel exercises in one of our academies. Every teacher should have a copy. An excellent gift for young people. The titles of chapters are as follows: Adaptability, Be Enthusiastic, Learn to Wait, The Value of Minutes, Our Conversation, Economy, Promptness, Our Manners, The Association of Young Men and Young Women, “If Thine Eye Be Single,” The Love of the Beautiful, Lest We Forget.

Attractively bound in dark red cloth with gilt stamp. 84 pages. 50 cents.

“Seven Laws of Teaching”

One of the most condensed and helpful books on teaching ever printed. Every progressive teacher should read this well-known book. 114 pages. Board, 50 cents.

“Art of Securing Attention”

Standard rules of teaching applied to the work of the Sabbath school. A very helpful little pamphlet. 78 pages. 15 cents.

“Counsels to Teachers”

No teacher, whether engaged in Sabbath school or day school work, should be without this book, by Mrs. E. G. White. It touches every phase of school life, and is a mine of information and inspiration indispensable to the Christian teacher. A standard book on the moral and spiritual side of school training. 573 pages. Cloth, $1.00; red leather, $1.50.

“School Management and Methods”

A practical and helpful book devoted to the two most important phases of school work. The book contains thirty chapters on educative conditions, educative facilities, school government, class management, school organization, and efficient methods of teaching. 395 pages. Bound in cloth, $1.50.

“Mistakes in Teaching”

A book of methods for everyday use in the schoolroom. Enters into the details of the teacher's work, and gives definite instruction just where assistance is needed. 276 pages. Cloth, $1.25.

ORDER THROUGH YOUR TRACT SOCIETY

The New “Gospel Workers”

This book, from the pen of Mrs. E. G. White, is just from the press, and is full of the most helpful and timely instructions, not only for regularly employed conference laborers, but for every Seventh-day Adventist; for each member is to have some part in the closing work, and the study of this book will be especially helpful in enabling one to labor to the best advantage and most successfully.

The book is divided into twelve sections, and each section is subdivided with appropriate headings, as follows:—

Section I

Called With a Holy Calling

In Christ’s Stead — The Sacredness of the Work — The Field Is the World — The Minister’s Responsibility — The Outlook.

Section II

Ministers of Righteousness

Christ Our Example — Christ as a Teacher — A Lesson for Our Time — Paul, the Apostle to the Gentiles.

Section III

The Needed Preparation

Young Men in the Ministry — The Youth to Be Burden-Bearers — Education for Missionary Work — Young Men as Missionaries — Voice Training for Workers — “Study to Show Thyself Approved” — Canvassing as an Education for the Ministry — Bible Study Necessary to Efficiency — Young Ministers to Labor With Older Ministers — The Young Minister.

Section IV

Qualifications

Consecration — Tactfulness — The Grace of Courtesy — Propriety of Deportment — The Social Relations — Decision and Promptness — Gathering the Fruit — A Dream — Essentials to Service.

Section V

The Minister in the Pulpit

“Preach the Word” — Breaking the Bread of Life to Souls — Preaching Christ — Righteousness by Faith — Counsel to an Evangelist — Practical Suggestions — Carefulness in Manners and Dress — Public Prayer.

Section VI

The Under-Shepherd

The Good Shepherd — Personal Ministry — The Shepherd’s Work — Bible Readings With Families — The Value of Individual Effort — A Division of Labor — The Minister’s Wife — The Minister in His Home — “Feed My Lambs” — Prayer for the Sick — Teaching the People to Be Liberal — The Support of the Gospel — The Influence of Diet Upon Health — Ministers to Teach Health Reform — How to Present the Principles of Health Reform — The Minister and Manual Work — Our Duty to Preserve Health — Danger From Overwork.

Section VII

Helps in Gospel Work

Bible Study — Secret Prayer — Faith — Courage — How God Trains His Workers — Take Time to Talk With God — Our Greatest Need. Self-Examination — Self-Improvement — The Holy Spirit — Development and Service.

Section VIII

Dangers

The Danger of Rejecting Light — A Warning Against False Teaching — Sound Doctrine — Fanaticism — Self-Confidence — Words of Caution — No Respect of Persons With God — Seclusion — Ministers and Commercial Business.

Section IX

Methods

Labor in the Cities — Counsel Regarding the Work in Cities — Medical Missionary Work in Cities — The City Mission Training School — Thoroughness — Meeting Opposition — Discussions Not to Be Sought — Defective Methods — The Temperance Work — Religious Liberty — Our Attitude in Regard to Politics — Work for the Jews — Importance of the Camp Meeting — Less Preaching, More Teaching — Sowing and Reaping.

Section X

Conference Responsibilities

Conference Presidents — Ministers and Business Matters — Care for Workers — Houses of Worship — Examination for the Ministry — Ordination — Business Meetings — Proper Remuneration for Ministers — A Wise Distribution of Means — Economy in Mission Work — The Regions Beyond.

Section XI

In Relation With One Another

In Contact With Others — Varied Gifts — Unity in Diversity — The Spirit of Independence — Consideration for Those Struggling With Difficulties — “Consider One Another” — Church Discipline.

Section XII

Closing Words

Power for Service — The Reward of Service.

This book is printed on an excellent quality of thin paper, thus making it convenient to handle or carry; and is bound in two styles; full cloth, $1.00; flexible leather, $1.50.

Church Organized in Brazil

F. W. Spies reports the organization of a church of twenty-six members in the interior of Brazil, this being the third church recently organized in that field. Such messages always bring good cheer to every believer.

W. C. Ising Interned in Egypt

W. C. ISING, still interned in the war camp at Alexandria, Egypt, writes that with another Christian worker he alternates weekly in conducting the services for the soldiers. A copy of “The World's Crisis” had just reached him, which he was enjoying very much, not having any papers to read.

Baptisms in the Philippine Islands

ELDER L. V. Finster reports from the Philippine Islands the baptism of twenty-seven persons as the result of tent meetings held at Narzagaray. Many others are keeping the Sabbath who will unite with the church later. During the visit of Elders Daniells, Porter, and Salisbury, at the close of an institute for native workers, forty-six persons were buried with their Lord in baptism.

Colporteur Work in Spain and Cuba

Recently H. A. B. Robinson and wife left New York for Spain. Brother Robinson, who had been laboring for some time in Cuba, went to South Lancaster to spend the past school year. He goes to Spain, to take charge of the colporteur work in that field, relieving Brother J. L. Brown, who will reenter the Spanish work in Cuba, while waiting for an opportunity to go to Mexico.

Australian Soldiers Seeking Truth in Egypt

IN correspondence sent to Brother Guy Dall from workers in Egypt, where some Australian soldiers are stationed, it is stated that an advertisement was noticed in one of the papers, from an Australian soldier asking for information regarding the whereabouts of the Seventh-day Adventist people. A Brother in Alexandria answered the advertisement, and learned from the soldier that just before he left Australia he had heard something of the truth as taught by our people, and desired to learn more. He and a number of his comrades are now studying the Scriptures for more light. This is another evidence of the loving care of the Lord manifested in behalf of every honest heart seeking for light. The sure promise is, “Seek, and ye shall find.”

Brother Boettcher Cleared in Russia

In a letter written from Riga, Russia, April 19, and received at the Mission Board office July 6, Brother Boettcher tells how he was called by the chief of police to answer some questions regarding the conduct of our work in that part of the field. The answers given by Brother Boettcher were written down, from which the chief of police wrote up a very good statement showing that he was cleared of the charges which led to the searching of his house, at which time books and papers were seized by the authorities. Upon Brother Boettcher's signing this statement, he was released, and all his papers were returned to him. In closing his letter he says: “I am glad we have a present Help in every time of need. My courage is good, because I know this is the message for these last days.”

The Celia Fund

At the recent South African Union conference, held at Durban, in some five-minute mission talks during the three sessions of the Sabbath school held, Brother Spicer told of a Kafir girl, Celia, who, desiring to give something to the Lord and having nothing else, gave her earrings. This spirit was catching, and over thirteen pounds was given on the camp ground to what was called a “Celia Fund.” One teacher and a pupil each gave ten pounds for missions as a Sabbath school offering. For the three Sabbaths their Sabbath school offerings amounted to $314.97. Certainly a splendid offering to missions!

Alfred and Sister Matter Interned

Some time ago it was announced in the REVIEW that Brother and Sister Alfred Matter, missionaries in British East Africa, being Germans, had been sent by the British government to India to be interned until the close of the war. We have just learned that this was a mistake. They are interned in a British camp in East Africa. When they wrote, April 28, they were well and were being well cared for. They are hoping their rest will fit them for better work when the war is over.

Asmara Mission Farm Granted Permanently

BROTHER H. STEINER, in charge of our Asmara mission, on the borders of Abyssinia, writes that the government has just granted the missionaries the permanent ownership of their mission farm. They had had only a temporary concession before. He adds that they had such an abundant wheat crop that they were able to show a gain of about $5,000, their crop being more than twice as large as last year. This is a cheering note in such troublous times.

Epidemic in the New Hebrides

A RECENT letter from Brother C. H. Parker, who is located on the island of Atchin, in the New Hebrides, tells of a very severe epidemic which is raging on a neighboring island. So far it had not touched Atchin. The natives of Atchin attribute their escape to the fact that the worship of the true God is maintained on their island.

Correction of Death Report

LAST week we reported the death in Korea of Bennett Butterfield. This was a mistake; it should have been Bennett Russell.

Finnish Books Available Again

By Editor

OWING to the European war, it has been impossible to import books as usual, so that “The Great Controversy” and “Steps to Christ” in the Finnish language have been out of stock for several months. A few days ago a shipment was sent over by mail, so that a limited number of books can now be supplied. Order from your tract society as usual.

Publication Delays After Sister White’s Death

By Editor

On account of the publication of reports connected with the death and funeral of Sister E. G. White, our departments have been somewhat broken up the last two weeks. We have a large number of reports from the field awaiting publication, and some excellent general articles from our contributors. We hope to find place for these in the very near future.

Life and Labors of E. G. White

It seems fitting that liberal space in this number of our church paper should be given to a report of the life and labors and funeral services of Sister E. G. White. In connection with this report we present pictures of a number of our leading pioneer workers. We believe that this matter and these pictures will be appreciated by our brethren and sisters, especially those who are older in the faith.

Harvest Ingathering Signs in Foreign Languages

By Editor

ARRANGEMENTS are being made to provide our foreign brethren in the United States and Canada with the Harvest Ingathering Signs in German, Swedish, and Danish-Norwegian. These issues will be duplicates of the English edition, and plenty of papers will be provided, so that all may have part in the work. We hope plans for doing strong work this year will be laid in conferences where our foreign brethren reside.

Correction: Hunan, Not Honan

By Editor

OUR readers who have been following from week to week Elder Daniells's interesting articles on missionary work in the Far East, may have noticed a seeming discrepancy between the statistics for the province of Honan as given in the article of July 29, and those in that of July 22. The statistics given in the issue for July 29 were for Hunan, not Honan, as the type made it appear. This correction will be appreciated by those who use the REVIEW as a basis for foreign mission study.

Progress in the South England Conference

ELDER S. G. HAUGHEY, president of the South England Conference, writes from London, under date of June 27: “Here in the British Isles we are of good courage. Our people are keeping well, and are going steadily forward with the work, in which we are making progress. Our tithes and offerings are keeping up well, notwithstanding the serious time in which we are living. Of course prices have gone up, in many cases more than forty per cent, yet our people are faithful in rendering to the Lord his own. Our tithes and offerings have for the first quarter of 1915 been larger than for any preceding quarter since the organization of the conference. We have several strong efforts in progress, three of which are tent efforts. From each of these come reports of excellent attendance. We hope to see good results from this year’s work.”