Article August 7, 1971 Issue

Escape from Babylon

JOSEPH G. HEARD

Everyone at some time feels pressure from antagonistic forces. Adversity may come from causes that are bodily, psychological, environmental, financial, social, hereditary, interpersonal. Is there an escape?

Everyone takes steps to escape from problems. We'll endure the burdens and crosses of human life with as much forbearance and good cheer as possible. But isn't there a more scientific, effective way out of trouble?

From Jeremiah we gain some insight. God's deliverance of Israel from captivity was at hand. "Flee out of the midst of Babylon, and deliver every man his soul," Jer. 51:6; the prophet told the Israelites.

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