2 Tim 2:12-19 (15)
Some people, somehow demand respect in their humility. Dr. Omar Lee is such a man. He earned this respect in classroom and pulpit. I and many of his other ministerial students who sat in his classes at Kansas City College and Bible School hold him in high esteem. One reason this is the case is that he is not only a man of God but he is also a man of the Word. Students, pastors and lay people naturally turn to men like Dr. Lee when in question about a matter of Scripture or doctrine. His tremendous knowledge of the Word and his orthodoxy regarding doctrine would not be impressive, however, if it wasn’t for the fact that he has been unchangeable in his belief and teaching. As a reference point in the lives of many who have wavered he has always been dependable. While others were swayed he has remained firm. He has studied and has shown himself to be approved unto God. He is a workman of the Word which is not ashamed. He rightly divides the truth. His faithfulness in doctrine has been the needed anchor to many who have not been as strong. The holiness movement must have more men like Dr. Omar E. Lee.
Dr. Gayle Woods
2 Tim 2:20-26 (24)
Dr. C. E. Cowen was a big man. Not only was he of large frame physically but he was also large in spiritual and intellectual impact. He was an influential man and moved freely among the holiness peoples of different movements. He was respected and loved. Something that should not be overlooked, however, is that he was faithful in service. After pastoring for a time Dr. Cowen became the president of Kansas City College and Bible School where he served effectively for 25 years. His life had a powerful impact upon many ministerial students who went out to influence their world. Even after Dr. Cowen left Kansas City College and Bible School he did not pause in service. He started another school while pastoring and continued to be used of God until the Lord called him home. Faithful in service. Who invented the notion that people called of God ever retire except for health or extenuating circumstances. Dr. Cowen understood what Paul meant when he said, “I press toward the mark. . . ” (Ph 3:14) He did not stop until he could say with Paul, “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” (2 Ti 4:7) The work is great and it is incomplete. Today we need more pace setters like Dr. Cowen who will remind us that we are saved to serve not to sit.
Dr. Gayle Woods
