CALENDAR:May 16th to June 15th.

Daily Bible Reading, May 16th, Judges 16; May 31st, I Sam.
Memory Work, Philippians 3. . [6; June 15th, 1 Sam. 21
Good Reading, C. H. M.'s Notes on Deuteronomy, Vol. 2, pp. 254-339 Monthly Question:-Who are the seven great enemies of Israel mentioned in Judges, and what spiritual meaning may be attached to them?

In our Bible reading for this month we are introduced to a number of prominent characters, both men and women, from whose histories many valuable lessons may be learnt. Several women are given a prominent place in this part of Scripture:Deborah, then Naomi, especially Ruth, and Hannah. Among men, Samson, Boaz, Samuel, Saul, Jonathan and David should claim our earnest attention. Let me suggest to you a few helpful pamphlets and books which treat of these persons and their history.

Gleanings from the book of Ruth, by S. R……… Paper, 15 cents.

Samuel the Prophet, by C. K. …………Cloth, $1. "40 "

King Saul, the man after the flesh, by S. R."$1. "50" Jonathan, by C. S …………………………."4 "

Life and Times of David, C. H. M. ……………." 35"

Staff and Scepter, addresses on the principal scenes

in David's life, by C. K………….Cloth, 50 cents.; "25 cents.

Then the Notes in the " Numerical Bible " and the " Synopsis " are invaluable.

In giving us the histories of these men, God has not hidden the blemishes, so that their failures as well as their faith and devotedness may be for instruction and correction to us, and thus save us from many a fall in life. Let us give diligent heed to the Word of God, for every part of it is profitable, and has been written for our admonition, that we may be fully furnished unto all good works.

The Successful Ones

We give below the encouraging list of those who have successfully memorized the epistle to the Colossians. One of them writes :

"I have enjoyed so much memorizing Colossians. It is a blessed privilege to have God's Word stored in our hearts and minds. With the Lord's help I have repeated the epistle with only one error, that of putting in the word 'and' at the beginning of chapter 3."

*Ruth Hawn…………………… Avonmore, Ont, Canada.
Mrs. W.T. Helmer…. ……….-Cumberland, ""

J. Douglas Ferguson…………… ""

Isabelle Somerville……….. …… Brantford, "

*Annie I. Gow………………………… Fulton, Delaware

John A. Algreen ………. The Current, Eleuthera, Bahamas

Agnes Algreen………… """

Malvena Elden………… " ""

Gertrude Hall …………

Mabel Weech………….

Ada Waine……………………. Ottawa, Ont., Canada

Dr. G. A. Keith,…………………..

Kathleen A. Holmes…………………….Boyertown, Pa.

Ralph A. West ………………………..Brooklyn, N. Y.

*Alma C. Grant…………………… Guelph, Ont., Canada

*Edna Tinley ………………………….. Baltimore, Md.

*Dorothy Howard………………………. "

*Mildred Howard ………………………. ""

Mrs. G. L. Severy ……………………… .Detroit, Mich.

*Mrs. D. Fraser…………………………." "

*Carrie Schwartzel ………………………

*Mabel Stockford………………………..

Earl Holmes …………………………..

* Successful also with Galatians and Ephesians,
Successful with two Epistles.
May it be true of all engaged in this work that the Word of Christ will dwell in them, richly furnishing daily guidance and comfort, leading into the good works according to the will of God for us individually.

Correspondence

"I have been considering what was said under 'Correspondence' in the Jan. No. I always eagerly open help and food as soon as it arrives, and turn to Y. B. D. I look especially for words of encouragement, and for contributions from young believers … I wonder how many are keeping up the prayers which were requested. I confess I have not. Let us all take up this service afresh . . . Your suggestions in Jan. No. are good. I would be specially interested in studying John's Gospel."

This makes the second request for a study in the Gospels, and one for 1 Corinthians; but I would like to hear from others also.

Another writes,

"Help and Food has just arrived, and I am pleased to read it again, especially the Y. B. D. I enjoy keeping in touch with the young people among us."

In a letter just received the writer speaks of parents who sometimes encourage their children to go to places or into things as to which the conscience of Christian children is in doubt; yet they go, and at last come to think there is no harm. Parents encourage them in such things because they think it will afford some advantage to their children, either socially, educationally, or in professional and business ways. But if there is a question as to what is right, it is better surely to refrain and wait rather than follow doubtful advice, even if given by those dearest to us. Our life must be with individual conscience exercised before God, under the control of His word.

A contribution from a young Christian on this very subject is just at hand, and I pass it on.

" May I say a word to my fellow young believers who are urged at times to do things about which they have a conscience, I think of those especially in High School who must often have worldly companions, or none. It is not long since I found myself in just these circumstances. I was urged to attend class parties and picnics, because I needed the association of young people,' and there was 'no real harm in it.' With troubled heart, I wondered- Am I too particular about where I go ? To be welcome I must enjoy what they do. I had no courage to speak for my Lord in such company, and if I did enjoy the company and what they did, I lost taste for God's Word. It makes provision for the flesh (Rom. 13:14). Companionship with the unsaved or worldly believers is sure to check our spiritual growth, and spoil our testimony.

" There are other things, not solely for amusement, as to which one may have question-as community club meetings, ball-games, debating contests, etc.-one may be uncertain as to such things. But we belong to Christ, have the Holy Spirit, and the Word to guide. If these things consume the few hours we have for the study of God's precious Word, or our relish for it is lessened thereby, we may be sure God would not lead us there. We will never regret giving them up, even if relatives or friends think there is no harm in it. Many of us can say, 'I have not been particular enough, instead of too particular.'

" We may find it needful to get along without, or fewer, young companions, but' Those who walk with Him from day to day can never find a solitary way.' It is a comfort to realize that God our Father knows what is best for us, and we can ask Him to provide the Christian companionship we may desire. Then there are opportunities for correspondence with Christians we may meet at different times and places."

Remarks on Num. 4:16

A request has been received for an answer to our Feb. monthly question relating to this passage; so I will endeavor to give, briefly, its typical teaching.

Eleazar had the oversight of all the tabernacle- holy and most holy places. We may consider him as a type of Christ who is called the "minister of the holy places and of the true tabernacle" (Heb. 8:2, N. Trans.). Thus Eleazar's service furnishes us with intimations of what engages our Lord in His heavenly priesthood.

First, we have the oil for the light. The oil is typical of the Spirit; the light of His testimony by means of the lamp which the child of God is. It is borne up by the lamp stand, figurative of Christ Himself, in whom we are established, and in consequence anointed and sealed (2 Cor. 1:21, 22). As the lamps were arranged so as to illumine and show forth the beauty of the lamp stand, so with us, as vessels for the Spirit's testimony, we are to show forth the beauty and glory of Christ, whom the Spirit is here to glorify through His people. This is sustained by Christ in His priestly service and intercession on high.

Secondly, the sweet incense, typical of the varied perfections of Christ, as the subject of our worship.

Thirdly, the continual meat, or meal offering (Exod. 29:38-41)'-flour mingled with oil, on which the wine was poured, as representing the perfect humanity of our Lord, permeated with the Holy Spirit, accompanied with the joy and praise suggested by the wine.

All is under the hand of our Great Priest, of whom Eleazar is a type. He cares for all these precious and holy things connected with His people and their priestly exercise before God.

Finally, the anointing oil with which all in the tabernacle was anointed (Exod. 30:20-33), represents to us the Spirit Himself connected with the graces and perfections of Christ, setting apart to God all in His habitation. "Scripture links together our place and conduct. It tells us we are 'seated in heavenly places in Christ;' and it tells us 'not to steal.' It may seem like a terrible drop to tell a heavenly people not to steal; yet it is so put in Scripture, and that is enough for us. The Spirit of God knew that it was not sufficient to tell us that we are seated in heaven; He must also tell us how to conduct ourselves on earth; and our experience of the former will be evidenced by our exhibition of the latter. The walk here proves how much, or how little, I enter into my place there.

" Wherefore, to all who are prone to indulge in habits of light and trifling conversation or reading, I would affectionately, but solemnly say, Look well to the general state of your spiritual health. Bad symptoms showing themselves indicate disease working within, which may affect the very springs of life. Beware how you allow this disease to make progress. Betake yourself at once to the Physician, and seek His help to full recovery. Your whole spiritual constitution may be deranged, and nothing can restore its tone save the healing virtues of what He has to give you.

"A fresh view of the excellency, preciousness, and beauty of Christ is the only thing to lift the soul up out of a low condition."

Correspondence for the Y. B. Dept., please address to Mr. John Bloore, care of Loizeaux Brothers.