Preparation for War

The Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · Jun 21, 1864

Preparation for War.

THE preparations for war are still increasing instead of abating; and they will not exceed the demand for the implements of warfare. War ships of the most formidable character are being built by the French, English and Americans, as fast as possible. It is said the Russians are now preparing war upon a more extended scale than ever before. Truly it looks like preparation for "the battle of that great day of God Almighty." The whole world appears to be getting ready for the terrible onset.

Now is the time for Christians to gird on their armor, and stand up boldly for the gospel of peace. Let there be no wavering, no "halting between two opinions;" but let all be upon the altar, even life itself. Now is the time for brave men. There is work for such. Dear brethren, do not be faint-hearted in this hour of peril. Victory is ours, if we are only faithful.