The  Secret of the Universe

In connection with my nightly devotional time in the Word and in prayers, I have incorporated for my help to more fully apprehend grasping the teaching, an expository book on the particular passage of Scripture being meditated upon. Of course, I am always cast upon the Lord alone for the divine instruction of His gracious Holy Spirit, Who has always remained faithful in granting me His precious ministry.

While reading the wonderful Prophecy of Isaiah I had for my assistance F.C. Jennings' fine commentary. I found much blessing, except for the final "deduction" at the close of the book; it seemed to me to be as strange as some of the more fanciful interpretations of various parts of Revelation! But notwithstanding, I highly value F.C.J.'s ministry.

As to the title at the head of this "post:" in his exposition, Mr Jennings referred to "a remarkable book." The book has the title, as above, "The Secret of the Universe," authored by Dr. Nathan Wood. It was first published in January 1932, I believe. Simply on the recommendation of F.C.J., I bought a copy, reprinted in 2008.

I received my copy today, and have not read one word other than the publishers' view expressed on the title page. It is so enlightening I am copying it in its entirety:

2008 Wilder Publications

"This book is a product of its time and does not reflect the same values as it would if it were written today. Parents might wish to discuss with their children how views on race, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, and interpersonal relations have changed since this book was written before allowing them to read this classic work."

It is frightful to realise that the abominable corruption and practice so rife today was already operating in this evil world 15 years ago! It has now reached its full-blown state where the dreadful propagation and promotion of these abominations is subtly veiled in the above paragraph.

"Truth is ever on the scaffold, evil on the throne," in this Christ-rejecting world of falsehood, corruption, and violence.

 

                                               International Tract Distribution Day [7]

The Lord graciously undertook for me today as I set out on my route to deliver copies of the Via magazine. The weather was perfect, warm with a cool breeze, making it quite pleasant for the purpose in hand. 

He overruled too; I remained free from nasty dogs and "unreasonable men who have not faith." Although I did begin to wonder just how many of the 200 copies I had with me I would be able to deliver. I am not getting any younger, and seven years on from the first exercise to "create" an I.T.D.D. I am obviously even older! The Lord enabled me to use 164 copies, and I am so grateful to Him for sustaining me.

As in other years, I found new places to post the magazines. Houses, flats, and apartments seem to appear almost mysteriously as if they had been built literally overnight. This does afford me extra opportunities, but at the same time reminds me that I will never be able to "tract" the entire area on my own.

On a different note, I often am taken by surprise by the various "notices" on the doors of quite a number of houses. There is the usual "no junk mail," but I do act wisely when thus confronted. If there is no more information than that I do post the magazine; but where there is the more specific note, "No Religious Groups," I obey that request albeit with a sense of sadness. 

Notices on two of the front doors did give me food for thought. the first said "No Mail," I truly pondered this with a feeling of confusion. How could a person/family manage without any mail deliveries? I honestly haven't a clue!

the second note made me laugh, I think, out loud." It was a gem. "The dog and his housekeepers live here." maybe my sense of humour is not like others, but I still think it is so funny.

To return to the solemnity of the service for the Lord, may I covet your prayers for the Lord's salvation blessings upon His Word as it crosses the thresholds of numerous dwellings. I deliberately use "blessings" plural, for I have in mind the salvation of precious souls, yes, but also the restoration of believers who are "out of the way;" and of preservation for us all, who together make up "a people for His own possession.

Finally, dear brethren and sisters in Christ if you experience or hear of any such blessings perhaps you would be so kind as to let me and countless others know, please.

May the Lord Jesus richly bless you each and all, and all whom you love. 

In the lovely Man of Calvary, the risen man in the Glory, in Him, Tom.

Tom Wyatt

Gathered to the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, with the saints at Corsham Gospel Hall, Corsham, Wiltshire. U.K. 

Email Address: tw007q5184@blueyonder.co.uk

International Tract Distribution Day [7]

18 April 2023

Dear brethren and sisters in Christ,

As we did last year we are nominating 18th April 2023 as the "International Tract Distribution Day", if the Lord will. This would be the seventh consecutive year despite the various "lockdowns" that were in place during the years 2020 and 2221. Many contributed to this brief ministry, with care and consideration, acting responsibly at those times. ITDD falls on a Tuesday this year and we hope this will be convenient for many of the Lord's people to engage in this humble service for Him. It is a simple exercise, but we believe it to be significant under the good hand of God.

Personally, I use "Via Magazine" for distribution, and I would thoroughly recommend it. It is replete with the Gospel message and practical in that it is both undated and more sturdy than a tract, making it easier to "post" through those stiff letterboxes that trap your fingers and scrape your knuckles! 

We just lovingly ask for every believer who is physically able, to distribute in any way, by hand, through the letterbox, even by mailing, just ONE Gospel Tract, booklet, magazine, etc. Of course, if you are able to make more available on that day, wonderful; there is of course no limit!

The purpose is to "flood" the whole world, on that particular day with the "Words of life" in printed form. The response last year and the previous years during the pandemic remain unknown here in this scene, only eternity will reveal what was accomplished for our lovely Saviour. I must add that we long that He will be glorified, indeed that ALL the glory might be His alone as we make known His claims upon the souls of men.

Please may we ask one more thing of you dear saints? Please announce this date in your Assembly giving time for the brethren and sisters to perhaps prepare for it, especially in their prayers; and please announce it nearer the time too, if it is the Lord's will.

Please give us "feedback" if you find the time and are able; it has proved such an encouragement to every one of the Lord's servants in the past. You are more than welcome to email me if you feel so exercised.

Thank you to everyone who participated last year, and thank you in advance if you are already burdened to engage in this little venture for Him again this year.

With the warmest affection and love in Him,  Tom.

Tom Wyatt   Bristol U.K

Gathered to the Name of the Lord Jesus alone, with the saints at Corsham Gospel Hall Wiltshire u.k.

tw007q5184@blueyonder.co.uk

Retracing Former "Tracting" Outlets. 

My wife and I had a little exercise of heart to return to a number of blocks of flats where we frequently delivered Gospel calendars, magazines, and tracts some seven years ago or so. As ever there was the need to gain entrance to the buildings, and we made it a matter of prayer. At the entrance to each "block" we tried the "trade" button and were rewarded with immediate access!

The flats had been generally dirty, smelly, and a little daunting as there were signs of drug use. Some of the residents had been a little intimidating too.

Things were far worse! There were obvious signs of total neglect, as well as the pungent smell of drug use; some doors that led to rubbish collection and other necessary services were padlocked. There were notices of regular Police patrols we had never seen before.

The buildings were overwhelmingly depressing without any tangible effort to alleviate the sense of foreboding that seemed to hang in the air. Everywhere there was considerable evidence of general poverty that was impossible to ignore. And this surprised us as all the flats had been taken over by a housing society of some repute.

It would have been good if we could have helped some of the residents in a practical way. But we barely saw anyone except for one or two fleetingly as they left the building. Nevertheless, we felt some elation at having delivered a copy of the Via gospel magazine to every flat, longing that many will be read and if it please the Lord will lead to the salvation blessing of not a few, to the glory of the Lord Jesus.

Although there are four buildings the flats number only 62 in all, having so few floors in each building meant that my wife was able to help me despite her arthritis. It is so enjoyable when we work together "in tandem."

Please uphold in prayer all these individuals and families who struggle in so many ways, especially to make ends meet when so many of us are considerably better off. Of course, we covet your prayers above all for their salvation, trusting the Lord to use the printed Word by His blest Holy Spirit to effect such singular blessing.  

Hospital Visits 

My disabled son has just spent yet another period in hospital. He was there for eight days this time. He has had an awful time, having been admitted to hospital eleven times in the past eighteen months or so. a number of those admissions were extremely urgent and life-threatening. Please pray for my only son Adam. Thank you.

One consolation for me was realised when it occurred to me that I could "tract" the hospital "Sanctuary." I ventured into this strange area that is set aside for a "multi-faith" society. it is not limited to various religions of every hue, but it caters to "diversity" in every sense too, especially the most repulsive perversions.

It is tragically lacking in any hope whatsoever, and can only placate sorrow and fear with the most distressing superstition and falsehood. I did not see any reference to the Lord Jesus in any of the literature on display. I resisted the urge to remove some of the most offensive notices etc. and just found spaces for a number of topical, apt, and relevant tracts, plus a few copies of the "Via" Gospel magazine.

Please ask the Lord to bless His written Word made available to many a needy person in that hospital. So many of the written requests for prayer were heart-breaking in their ignorance, and sometimes desperation. 

may the Lord give us compassionate hearts, and may His love constrain us to reach out to a hopeless world populated by numberless perishing souls all around us; especially as we revel in our wonderful salvation blessings, and in our infinitely precious Saviour.    

International Tract Distribution Day (6) 

Report

My wife and I agreed that my exercise to "tract" a number of blocks of flats was the seizing of a favourable opportunity. We used to deliver tracts and calendars to these flats some years ago. But with a number of changes in circumstances we had prioritised delivering to roads and streets nearer home.

The only difficulty we envisaged was being able to access the buildings with their sensible security precautions. We left it with the Lord and He opened every door!

The 200 Via Magazines were all used and we felt quite a sense of success in giving a large number of people the opportunity to read the Gospel articles in the magazine so near to the Easter celebrations. If you, dear brethren and sisters in Christ, would pray that these Gospel messages may be used by the Holy Spirit to reach the hearts of many perishing souls to the glory of God and the joy and satisfaction of the Lord Jesus we would be eternally grateful.

If you have any "reports" connected with the I.T.D.D. I would love to hear from you. 

In Him, Tom.

Email Address: tw007q5184@blueyonder.co.uk   

 (6th) International Tract Distribution Day 2022

              18 APRIL 2022   

Dear brethren and sisters in Christ,

As we did last year we are nominating 18th April 2022 as the "International Tract Distribution Day", if the Lord will. This would be the sixth consecutive year despite the various "lockdowns" that were in place during the years 2020 and 2221. Many contributed to this brief ministry, with care and consideration, acting responsibly at those times. ITDD falls on a Monday this year and we hope this will be convenient for many of the Lords' people to engage in this humble service for Him. It is a simple exercise, but we believe it to be significant under the good hand of God.

Personally, I use "Via Magazine" for distribution, and I would thoroughly recommend it. It is replete with the Gospel message, and practical in that it is both undated, and being more sturdy than a tract, it is easier to "post" through those stiff letterboxes that trap your fingers and scrape your knuckles! 

We just lovingly ask for every believer who is physically able, to distribute in any way, by hand, through the letterbox, even by mailing, just ONE Gospel Tract, booklet, magazine, etc. Of course, if you are able to make more available on that day, there is no limit!

The purpose is to "flood" the whole world, on that particular day with the "Words of life" in printed form. The response last year and the previous year during the pandemic remains unknown here in this scene, only eternity will reveal what was accomplished for our lovely Saviour. I must add that we long that He will be glorified, indeed that ALL the glory might be His alone as we make His claims upon the souls of men.

Please may we ask one more thing of you dear saints? Please announce this date in your Assembly giving time for the brethren and sisters to perhaps prepare for it, especially in their prayers; and please announce it nearer the time too, if it is the Lords' will.

Please give us "feedback" if you find the time and are able; it has proved such an encouragement to every one of the Lords' servants in the past.

Thank you to everyone who participated last year, and thank you in advance if you are already burdened to engage in this little venture for Him again this year.

With warmest affection and love in Him,  Tom.

Tom Wyatt

Bristol U.K.