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50 though at times the assaults of your enemy seem perpetually renewed, and though they threaten to last all your lifetime, and though certain falls on every side menace you; for, remember,—besides what has been already said—that the whole strength and wisdom of our enemies is in the Hands of our Divine Captain, for Whose honour we contend.

He values us inexpressibly; and having Himself called us and commanded us to engage in the battle, not only will He never suffer you, as far as He is concerned, to be overcome, but He Himself will fight for you, and give your enemies into your hand, in His own good time; and this to your greater reward, though He keep you waiting even to the last day of your life.

All you have to do is to fight valiantly, and never to throw down your arms, nor flee, however many wounds you may have sustained.

Finally, to spur yourself on to fight courageously, you must bear in mind that from this conflict there is no escape; for not to fight is all one with being taken prisoner or slain. Besides, the fury and bitter hatred of our enemies are such, that there is no possibility of any truce or peace.