A Soldier’s Letter

I received this letter today, and I ask you to pray for the dear soldier that wrote it. He says: ― “The other day I happened to pick up one of your Testaments, and noticing on the fly-leaf your offer to help any who wanted to find Christ, I make so bold as to ask you to give me a little aid to do so. Since I have been out here I have been through some of the fiercest battles that have ever been fought, and have always felt His presence with me, but I expect you know what temptations there are in a soldier’s way. I have stumbled at some and resisted others. If you, my dear unknown friend, can help me in any way spiritually I shall deem it a great honor. I am associated with a few God-fearing friends, or rather comrades, here, and if by any way you would be so kind as to send me a few religious books or leaflets I am sure your kindness will be appreciated by them as well as by myself.... Thanking you in anticipation.”
Another writes: ― “Would you be kind enough to send me one of your khaki Testaments as I have not got one. Dear sir, the reason why I would like one of your Testaments is because I am cook, and cannot get to divine service on Sundays as I have to make the ‘dinner for the troops.”
Another on his way to the Front writes: ― “When coming from England I was handed one of your Scripture tracts. I should very much like to be the owner of one of your khaki Testaments, and should be very grateful if you could spare me one.”
A bomber writes: ― “Please forward me one of your khaki Testaments.” A private writes for himself and three of his comrades, “Will you, kindly forward one of your khaki Testaments for me and my friends.” Another in the R.A.M.C. asks on behalf of himself and his chum. Another private has a Testament, but it is too big for his tunic pocket. He has seen one I have sent to his chum, and wants one like it. Another private asks for one and promises to read a portion of it every day. A lance corporal writes for four of his comrades who all want Testaments.
And so the want grows day by day. They want the Word of God, and they must have it.