EditorialThe NecessityThe “Old Paths Advocate” is a necessity. We have many papers. They all do some good, and many do much harm. Here are some good 'features of some of them: “The Apostolic Review” is doing a good work in its fight against institutionalism. The “Bible Colleges” and “Orphan Homes,” and other institutions that rob God of the glory that should be given Him through the Church (Ephesians 3:21), are set forth in their true light in the “Review.” “The Firm Foundation” has done a great deal of good by its stand against the reception of people (into our fellowship) who have believed and obeyed a sectarian system instead of the gospel. “The Word and Work” is strong in its stand against sin in the Church. It makes a strong appeal for personal consecration. We are glad of these good features about these papers, and rejoice to see the good they are doing by their stand on these things. But the “Old Paths Advocate” is destined to do more good than any of the other papers, because we hope to combine the good features of the other papers with the good features of the “Advocate,” and thus make it the best of all! While the other papers have many good, features, they are all, we think, too loose when it comes to keeping the worship unspotted by the traditions of Babylon. By their silence on so many innovations, the brethren who are influenced by them finally embrace them. “Vice is a monster of so frightful mien, As, to be hated, needs but to be seen; But seen too often face to face, We first endure, then pity, then embrace.” So let us have your subscriptions and donations. Many sample copies of this first issue will be sent out. Let each one who receives one, send a dollar right now to, “Old Paths Advocate,” Lebanon, Missouri. J. D. Phillips
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FROM THE PUBLISHER OF THE “OLD PATHS ADVOCATE”I have reluctantly accepted the responsibility as Publisher of this religious journal, for I have thought that if I had any ability in the services of my Master, it was in the evangelistic field. This I still believe, but it seems to be the will of the editors that I undertake the arduous task of publishing the paper, and to this will I resign. I appreciate very much the confidence manifested in selecting me to undertake this responsible duty, and I trust that I may ever merit this confidence. I feel very keenly my inability to carry on the work in the splendid way in which brother Harper has served as Publisher of “The Truth.” I have nothing to promise you but a conscientious effort to give the best there is in me, and to the best of my ability, give to all a square deal. With Brethren Homer A. Gay, J. D. Phillips, and H. C. Harper on the editorial staff with me, with their influence and assistance, I feel that my burden is made lighter. I believe that these are true and tried friends, upon whom I can rely. And, too, Bro; H. E. Robertson, a consecrated Gospel preacher, of this community, has promised to assist me with mailing out the paper and otherwise as I may need his assistance. This will enable me to continue in the evangelistic work as I have in the past; otherwise I would not have undertaken the publication. Finally, brethren, I ask you to be patient with my humble efforts and mistakes; pray for me that I may ever strive to keep the “Old Paths Advocate” true to the name, and that it may be a means of bringing us all closer together and of learning more of the Lord’s will concerning us. To Him who loved us and died for us be all the praise, glory and honor. Yours for the “Old Paths,”
Homer L. King |