Are we ready for a time of testing? This is an updated edition of Bro Graham Pearce’s booklet published in the 1970’s which in turn was based on an original booklet published during the Second World War. Bro Graham was concerned at the position the brotherhood had put itself in with its offer in 1941 that “We are willing as a matter of duty that our powers should be used for the good of the country and are prepared to offer our services wholeheartedly in any direction demanded by the national emergency, provided that such service does not involve violation of conscience”. Was Civil Defence work compatible with our calling? Bro Graham examines the scriptural case for our refusing to undertake such duties in time of emergency. How is this relevant to us today? We anticipate a time of trouble as God’s judgments are increasingly felt by this ungodly world. We may experience a time of great difficulty prior to our call to judgement. How prepared are we to take a principled stand for what we believe and establish our witness against today’s evil world? This book is designed to help. The principles established in two World Wars can guide us for the uncertainties of tomorrow.