1966 Miracle Yearbook

Every year thousands of young people stand at the threshold of service upon the completion of the graduation activities. At such a time one is reminded of the words of Christ to the church at Philadelphia, "I have set before thee an opendoor and no man can shut it" (Revelation 3:8). Phillips translates it, "I have given you a door flung wide open." Every senior leaving Cedarville College on graduation day will face a wide open door for service. Only four brief years ago this same class entered the doors of Cedarville College. During those years friendships have been formed; knowl- edge has been obtained; vision has been created; and decisions have been made. Now,these doors close, and new ones open. Commencement does not imply, however, that all academic pursuits are at an end; but rather it should signify a continuation of study and learning. Every qualified senior will be investigating the possibility of attending graduate school. All Cedarville graduates will continue to make companions of books and a habit of study; otherwise,the full value of a college education will never be fully realized. Every member of the Cedarville College family prays that the seniors of the class of 1966 will first of all discover the door which the Lord opens for them, and then with all confidence in God's enablement, enter it with genuine sincerity and enthusiasm. The symbol of the open door suggests opportunity. Paul said,"A door was opened to me of the Lord" (II Corinthians 2:12). He is saying that at Troas he hada God-given opportunity. No two of us ever have exactly the same opportunity, but as we seek the will of God we shall have one which should be the most challenging of anything in our lives. Therefore, it is imperative that we give ourselves to the Lord and accomplish the utmost for Him as we serve. With every opportunity there comes an inescapable responsibility. Someone has said that "Every right implies a responsibility; every oppor- tunity an obligation; every possession a duty." Simply to face an open door or recognize the challenbegfeore us is not enough. We must walk through it if it is to have its proper use, and we are to receive the benefits of the privileges before us. At the end of life's journey we will give an account of how faithfully we have walketdhe pathway opened to us by God. Here we must remember that obedience to God is success in His sight even though the world may measure it by some other guideline. There are also responsibilities of gratitude which every senior must consider. To parents who have sacrificed to make this education possible, and to faculty members who have served because of interest in the student and his future, an expression of deep appreciation is due. It is hoped that through the years every graduate will show a loyal attitude toward the college by giving financially so that others may share the privileges they have enjoyed. A favorable word now and then in behalf of the Alma Mater will be encouraging to all who have labored in love for the education the seniors have completed. These are responsibilities which come as a result of the opportunities found in college days. Christ may come today; but if He plans it otherwise, may His presence and abundant blessing be with all of you as you serve Him in the years that are ahead. 8