“We require to be encouraged rather than frightened, and those generals who, on the eve of a battle, speak only of dangers and difficulties to their troops, ought to expect a shameful flight rather than a glorious victory. Indeed, soldiers ought to be cheered with the certain hope and prospect of glory ; and nothing should be left untried that may lessen fear and enkindle courage. And, in the same way, recruits in the spiritual army ought to be cheered on, and reminded that since they have the help of an invincible Leader, they cannot be conquered by the foe, unless they choose to yield.”

• Rev. Dom. Innocent Le Masson, “Spiritual Reading For Every Day” p. 9

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