Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 23, Number 303, Decatur, Adams County, 24 December 1925 — Page 11

I "proved chiform international fcidaySchool > Lesson' P H FTTT.WATKR. D.D., I>»»n (W nT. Dvinlnf School, Moody Bltilo lnC f Chfetto.) (fl, l»i». W»«t«rn N»w«p»p«r Union.) Lesson for December 27 rEV |EW-FROM ATHENS TO ROME REVIEW —From Athen* to Romo. * 00U> EN TEXT — Therefore, being ' '. 'tided by faith, we have peace with tod through our Lord Jesus Christ.— Rom- 4-1- _ . / pRIM.tiRY TOPIC—How Paul Helped the poor. JUNIOR TOPlC—Helping Others by Our Gift®INTERMEDIATE and senior topto—Paul, the Missionary. T OUN(J people and adult top- ; IC—Paul ,h * Christian. The lessons of the quarter gather shout Paul- The review therefore will have to do with his character, service -and teachings. A good method of review is to study the salient points with the leading teachings of each lesson. The following suggestions are 1 offered: i October 4. Paul took advantage of the opportunity to preach the gospel to the jews in the synagogue at Athens, and to such of the Gentiles and Jews ns were found In the market-place, calling upon all to repent because of God’s appointed day of judgment by Jesus Christ. October 11. Though compelled to work for a living while getting a foothold in Corinth, : Paul zealously preached the gospel even in the face of violent opposition. Jn this time of his great need God encouraged him by giving him a vision. I God always comes to the help of His servau-.a in their greatest need. October 18. The Spirit’s best gift is love. It is best because of Its essential qualities and also because every believer can hsve and exercise it October 25. Paul with dauntless courage preached [ the gospel at Ephesus, and here his preaching resulted in a glorious awakening. Where the gospel is preached in the power of the Holy Spirit men will believe in Christ and turn from their wicked ways, even giving up *iong kinds of business. November 1. The Christian has a strong enemy to fight, a personal being called the devil. He must meet*him In offensive •nd defensive* warfare. His strength •nd armor are from the Lord. The way to get strength to wage the consl 1 t Is by prayer to God. Neven;ber 8. Paul with undaunted rourage pressed on toward Jerusalem, knowing that bonds and affliction awaited him. As he took leave of the Ephesian elders he warned them of the false teachers ' who would arise among them, ami assured them that he had declared the whole counsel of God. November 15. Despite Paul's eagerness to conciliate the people in Jerusalem, he was arrested. Because of his passion to preach the gospel, he witnessed to the angry mob which was striving to kill him. . November 22. Though falsely accused and arraigned before the wicked governor, Paul with becoming dignity and [ courtesy defended himself in such a way as to win the favor of Felix. November 29. • I’aul defended himself before Agrippa and so wisely and confidently used the Scriptures as to almost persuade Agrippa to become a Christian. December 6. k Paul’s behavior on the voyage gnl during the shipwreck displayed bls lubiime faith in God as well as his remarkable bravery and common sense. December 13. | , Upon Paul’s arrival In Rome he was greatly heartened by the reception given him by the brethren who came I to meet him. Paul was intensely human. He, like his Lord, craved human fellowship. December 20. If the summary of Paul’s life was the lesson used on this Sunday, t-‘° review should be the vision of ■ ' veteran soldier of the cross, near th close of his life, declaring, “I have fought a good fight, I have finishc niy course, I have kept the faith: t u ■' > therefore laid up for me a crown of righteousness which the Lord, righteous judge, will give to me i that day.” If t’.e Christmas lesson was used f«r nils day, the method of revlei should be to picture the wise men Peking Jesus, Herod peeking to '* ■ Him, and the finding of Jesus in >< 1 iehem. / aOur Thanks ! <>ur thanks should be as fervent L>r mercies received as our petitions mercies sought. Must Enjoy Work No one who does not enjoy wo etui truly enjoy anything else.- - » mond. Faithful "He that is faithful in that which Ja least is faithful also in much.

THE DAY AFTER CHRISTMAS There were papers and tinsels and boxes galore 818 an ' l A "he U no b lr',’ ar ° Uml ,he chalra “»•* T !o be e se!m r ° SC " Cely tt That was free of some rubbish and decidedly clean, P< alone° ther ° Ut *“ tht kitcbß “ A trying her best to make soup from a bone; She was using left-overs from yesterday’s feast hor Tasty mixed salads and deserts at. least She must practice economy. Quite a sum had they spent For gifts for their Christmas, ’twas no time to repent. Hen pounded a drum. Hob tooted a horn. The din had been raginng since early the morn. They were marching around the bereft Christmas tree, Not thinking of noise, in their innocent glee; 'Til mother at last opened wide kitchen door And bade them be still! > She could stand nothing more. Miss Bess was out walking, showing off her fur coat, For which h<>r poor father had given his note. She cared not at all for the debt to be paid, While s<> blissfully sweet in such beauty arrayed. She felt happy and gay now her dream had come true, All her dream—but a hat—she must soon have that, too. At last when the shadows of evening drew near, Two tired people sat without music or cheer; The boys were asleep in their own cozy bed With a drum and a horn lying close by the head. Little soldiers of lyischief—yet such dear loyal boys, So proud in possessing their long wished for toys.

Little snow flakes were powdering the bright window pane. As low speaking voices said—never again— Will we spend so much money. Here their own bonnie Hess Laughed sweetly, “I heard you, the rest I can guess." "Dear father and mother, believe me, 'tis true Next year 1 will work and buy presents for you." We've been selfishly happy, the boys and myself I'm sure I’m not worth half your hanl worked for self We love you! We love you! To prove it take this— And she knelt down beside them, giving each one a kiss. Their hearts throbbed with joy; there were tears in their eyes; Each felt the true love won through self-sacrifice.— —Contributed 2 —0 Orphanages To Fight Temporary Adoptions Omaha. Neb, Dec. 24. - (United Press)—A nationwide campaign to stop the practice of families adopting orphan boys for the sole purpose of working them through the summer and then returning them to the orphanages was announced here today by Rev E. J. Flanagan, head of Father Flanagan s home, a non-sectarian in-

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Prohibition War Claims 32 Lives In Fiscal Year Washington, Dec. 24. — (United Press)—The prohibition war claimed 32 lives in the fiscal year ended June •10, official figures disclosed today. . rwenty-five dry law violators were killed by agents and seven agents were slain by bootleggers. Kentucky lead all other status in the outlaw fatalities list with four a killed In 12 months, while Virginia. - Arkansas and West Virginia each had three casualities. Two moonshinbrs ■ were killed in Florida and two In Okla- , honia.

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