Life Begins with Faith

THE GODS SPEAK Of all the gods in the universe, these are two that hav,e been extremely active. The gods should work together, but in this case they are bitter enemies. Both seek to gain control of the mind, conscience and vote of mankind. The first god appeals to the best there is in man. It seeks his sympathies, understanding and love. The second god makes its appeal on the basis of man's animal instincts. It touches his brute passions. It stimulates his ego for pomp, position of authority, glory and medals. The first god offers happiness, hope, comfort and the right to follow the course planned for every life by God. It rejoices in the maintenance of beautiful buildings, comfortable homes, and above all, human life. The second god offers lawlessness, licentiousness, reckless daring, and everything pertaining to godlessness. It talks in terms of destruction that can go only one way, the way of the enemy. On that basis it teaches how to destroy and kill. It strongly approves the destruction of enemy buildings, hospitals and homes within range. It applauds the wanton slaughter of the innocent. These are the two gods that have always clashed. The first is the god of peace.

The second the god of war. ' Two gods! Each making the strongest bid for your support! What will your decision be? Which god will you follow? The god of peace stands for life.

The god of war means death. You cannot follow both.

Whatever your decision, remember the Master. We must eventually reckon with Him. 103