Christianity had been blamed by some, both for the war and for not yet securing' the blessings ushered in by peace. It was neces. sary to remember that to the mass of people designated "Christians" religion was looked upon as a profession practised by the clerical class. On some few occasions its aid might be sought, at baptisms, marriages and burials) But it never occurred to them to become themselves religious. Or if it did occur, it seemed not only unattractive but antagonistic to ordinary vocations of life-had lost sight of the real appeal of Christianity, which was the infusion of a vital principle to operate all the activities of life. Living without the knowledge of God was what the Apostle St. Paul complained about. The remedy was to get people back to God. And those who had learnt the spirit of service with such good effect for king and country were the men to help the world to "serve God."
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