LIVING WATERS
For the proclamation of the Gospel and the edification of the Body of Christ
Living Waters Magazine Nr. 17
September - October 2002
May the Trumpet Sound
The sound of the trumpet had many uses in Biblical times. It summoned for war, announced royal decrees, it called the people to the holy festivals, and it was used to praise the Lord. However, one of the most significant uses, for its allegoric value, was for the watchman.
The watchman's trumpet sounded to warn the danger that was threatening the city. Its sound had to be clear and powerful. The loss would be too great if it were not used properly. The watchman, for his part, had to be an attentive, diligent man whose sight was penetrating even up to the horizon. The entire city entrusted their fate in the responsible duty that this man was performing.
Thus, in spiritual terms, the watchman and the opportune sounding of their trumpet are representative of the prophet and of the prophetic word, respectively. God's word, placed in the prophet's mouth alerts God's people. His call, therefore, is high; his responsibility, great.
In this issue we wanted to approach this important matter. We pray to the Lord that these messages will help to wake the drowsy watchmen, to encourage those who, being misunderstood and rejected, have been making their voice heard; and that, finally, all the children of God would be convinced of their personal responsibility as God's prophets.
We are also delighted to present, from this issue onwards, the concretion of a dream: the translation of the central articles of "Aguas Vivas" into English, which from this date will start being available on our webpage. This work is being achieved through Andrew Webb and with the help of James and Robert Huskey. Thanks be to God for his gifts of love!.
Summary
COVER THEME
Watchmen
The difficult but important ministry of the prophets, the watchmen that God has today.
Eliseo Apablaza
Leave my Beloved Alone!
There is work of liberation that the prophets of God must know about and must complete.
David Vidal
The Prophetic Ministry Today
The prophet's message of today consists of preaching Christ.
Roberto Sáez
Christ, the Stumbling Stone
The Lord Jesus Christ is a stumbling block for builders, but for those who believe, he is beautiful.
Gonzalo Sepúlveda
Escaping from Babylon
Some of the questions regarding Babylon which demand a diligent explanation in the days in which we live.
Rodrigo Abarca