The first letters of the following responses reveal an entreaty that was given by a meek and lowly one to those who labor under heavy burdens, in order that they might find rest for their souls. [3] The number in brackets indicates the number of words in the answer.
1. What was it that one who was anointed to preach good tidings to the meek, sent to proclaim to the captives? [1]
2. Something the meek will inherit. [1]
3. Something that was tied up, in preparation for its role in fulfilling a prophecy concerning a meek King? [1]
4. Something a spiritual helper should do, in the spirit of meekness, for a brother who has been overcome by a fault, being careful lest temptation befalls himself as well. [1]
5. Having put off the old man with his deeds, what is it that the elect of God have put on, which should be manifested by meekness, among other things? [2]
6. A word used to depict a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price. [1]
7. Believers should always be ready to give an answer to anyone who asks a reason for the hope that is in them. Two words should characterize our testimony. One is meekness. What is the other? [1]
8. One who was very meek, above all the men on the face of the earth. [1]
9. Something that should be received with meekness and is able to save our souls, though it is of little benefit if the receiver is only a hearer and not a doer. [2]
Answers to these questions will be found, Lord willing, in the next issue of Christian Shepherd.
J. Short