K. Runia. Trowel & Sword. December 1965 When we turn to the OLD TESTAMENT, we immediately observe that there is a very strong emphasis on the sabbath. It does not only have a very prominent place in the Decalogue (it is the longest of all the commandments), but also in other parts of the 0.T.Continue reading “Sunday Observance and Sunday Labour (3)”
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Sunday Observance and Sunday Labour (2)
K. Runia. Trowel & Sword. November 1965 When we study the NEW TESTAMENT concerning its teaching about the Jewish Sabbath and the Christian Sunday, we soon discover several remarkable features. (1) There is HARDLY ANY MENTION OF THE SUNDAY in the New Testament. Twice we read of ‘the first day of the week’ (Acts 20:7Continue reading “Sunday Observance and Sunday Labour (2)”
Sunday Observance and Sunday Labour
(1) K. Runia. Trowel & Sword. October 1965 Preamble: This week we begin a series of articles dealing with the complex and weighty issue of the observance of the “Day of Rest” – the sabbath. The older generation will recall that in the 60’s, the vast majority of shops and businesses closed their doors atContinue reading “Sunday Observance and Sunday Labour”
Where Are The leaders? (IV)
J.W. Deenick. Trowel & Sword. October 1963 IS NATURALISATION COMPROMISE? Preamble: In this final instalment of “Where Are The Leaders” Rev. Deenick considers the issues of citizenship, naturalisation and of course, politics. While the nature of the debate seems somewhat mundane by today’s standards, immigration and citizenship in recent times has again become a hotContinue reading “Where Are The leaders? (IV)”
Where Are The Leaders? (III)
Are We Compromising? J.W. Deenick. Trowel & Sword. August 1963 Preamble: In preparing this preamble we thought about some of the colloquialisms that could be applied to Bill Deenick. Here are some examples:He not only talked the talk but also walked the walk.He didn’t beat around the bush.He called a spade a spade – orContinue reading “Where Are The Leaders? (III)”
Where Are The leaders (II)
Rev. J.W. Deenick. Trowel & Sword. June 1963. Preamble: Having taken a month to consider his position on the question posed in last week’s article, Bill was ready to begin giving his answer. One of our readers, Henriet, commented: “I look forward to Rev. Deenick’s next instalment – his answer to some challenging questions.” HereContinue reading “Where Are The leaders (II)”
Where Are The Leaders? (Question Box)
J.W. Deenick. Trowel & Sword. May 1963 Preamble: One of the benefits of Trowel and Sword, particularly in the early years, was that readers were able to send in questions and/or opinions to the editors about matters that were of concern to them. As a young denomination, made up mostly of immigrants from the Netherlands,Continue reading “Where Are The Leaders? (Question Box)”
Preface To Volume Eight
Editorial Paragraphs K Runia. Trowel & Sword, October 1961 Preamble: At the beginning of the eighth year of publication, the then editor, Prof. K. Runia gave some insight into the thought, planning and aspiration that went into the development of the still fledgling magazine, Trowel & Sword. Even then the concept of “Moving Forward ByContinue reading “Preface To Volume Eight”
Good News … Bad News (Meditation)
Rev. Ben Aldridge. Trowel & Sword. March 1991 Preamble: When growing up I was as confused about Easter, and particularly Good Friday, as the older member of Ben’s congregation mentioned below. I think I can confidently say that we weren’t the only ones confused. It comes under the heading of: ‘Questions we don’t know theContinue reading “Good News … Bad News (Meditation)”
Opportunity knocks. Are You Answering The Door?
Pastor David Groenenboom. Trowel & Sword. April 2002 Preamble: The 1989 movie “Dead Poets Society” starring the late Robin Williams highlighted the catch cry “Carpe Diem – Seize the day”. This in a nutshell is the message that David brings to us in this pointed article. We are often not good at taking opportunities asContinue reading “Opportunity knocks. Are You Answering The Door?”
