Training Boys for Armageddon
A correspondent, Dr. Charles A. Boyd, of Los Angeles, sends us a clipping regarding “Boys’ Brigades,” supported by ministers, and says: “Every pastor of every church in the United States in America should be warned and enlightened as to what he is helping along. Does he appreciate that he is helping to fit up and train our young boys for that great battle of Armageddon?” And this is true. The strongest elements in the natural heart of man tend to warfare, savage, militant, brutal energy; and such organizations as the “Boys’ Brigade,” while disciplining the boy, is also nurturing within him the desire to kill. What ought to be taught the children is the kingdom of peace. Where they ought to be disciplined is in carrying the message of peace to a world at strife with God.