He would say that money and time should be given where people more in need of them might have the benefit.

He would say that when a town is in the situation of ours today it is not a time for any selfish use for any material blessing.

Unless I mistake the spirit of the modern Christ, if he were here he would preach to the whole world the necessity of a far simpler, less expensive style of living, and, above all, actual self-denial on the part of society for the Brotherhood of man.

What is society doing now?
What sacrifice is it making?
When it gives a charity ball, does it not spend twice as much in getting up the entertainment to please itself as it makes for the poor in whose behalf the ball is given?
Do you think I am severe?
Ask yourself, O member of Calvary Church, what has been the extent of your sacrifice for the world this year before you condemn me for being too strict or particular.

It is because we live in such times that the law of service presses upon us with greater insistence than ever.