We must die between the two pillows of humility and confidence.
325.
We must fortify our courage, and never give up because of obstacles, but fight valiantly, astonished neither at the number of our enemies nor the duration of the struggle.
326.
Lord, command my soul all that Thou wilt, and give me strength to obey. Thou hast begun in me the work of my perfection, and I can never doubt that thy goodness will achieve it, if I faithfully co-operate with Thee.
327.
In what do you think the greatness of courage consists? It is in the humility of courage, and yours will be greater in proportion to the humility in which you possess it, that is, in proportion to your little esteem of yourself.
328.
Recall to mind the words so admirably impressed upon the hearts of the apostles by our Saviour: “Unless you be converted and become as little children, you shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.” Verily, if we would attain perfection we must be like little children in our courage, that is, humble, gentle, docile, and easily turned to any purposes.