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Teacher: HAM

 

Topic: Wisdom and Fortitude

 

This evening I wish to begin with a lesson on fortitude. Yes, there are many times when the road is rocky and difficult to pass over. In these times of difficult trials, it is easy to forget our true and lofty goal as we climb this mountain of living. When it seems the road is impassable, it is sometimes incumbent upon us to wait and be still - patient, for in time the way is shown.

This evening I wish to begin with a lesson on fortitude. Yes, there are many times when the road is rocky and difficult to pass over. In these times of difficult trials, it is easy to forget our true and lofty goal as we climb this mountain of living. When it seems the road is impassable, it is sometimes incumbent upon us to wait and be still - patient, for in time the way is shown.

 

It may be we must climb up into the heights of spiritual ecstasy which will show the way very clearly. Then there are times when it is incumbent upon us to pass another way below and into a way where the path is not clear. There, is undergrowth of cares. There, are rocks and obstacles of worry and darkness and fright.

It may be we must climb up into the heights of spiritual ecstasy which will show the way very clearly. Then there are times when it is incumbent upon us to pass another way below and into a way where the path is not clear. There, is undergrowth of cares. There, are rocks and obstacles of worry and darkness and fright.

You have learned patience. You have learned forbearance. You have learned tolerance. You have learned understanding and forgiveness. You have learned to accept your lot and to make the best of what you have. You have learned not to whine about the future nor regret the past, but to carry on in the face of all which is coming to you. Fortitude is the watchword for this day.

You have learned patience. You have learned forbearance. You have learned tolerance. You have learned understanding and forgiveness. You have learned to accept your lot and to make the best of what you have. You have learned not to whine about the future nor regret the past, but to carry on in the face of all which is coming to you. Fortitude is the watchword for this day.