A MAN must pass through three Gateways of Surrender. The first is the Surrender of Desire ; the second is the Surrender of Opinion ; the third is the Surrender of Self. Entering into meditation, he will commence to examine his desires, tracing them out in his mind, and following up their effects in his life and upon his character ; and he will quickly perceive that, without the renunciation of desire, a man remains a slave both to himself and to his surroundings and circumstances. Having discovered this, the first Gate, that of the Surrender of Desire, is entered. Passing through this Gate, he adopts a process of self-discipline which is the first step in the purification of the soul.
The spirit is strengthened and renewed by meditation upon spiritual things. The lamp of faith must be continually fed and assiduously trimmed.
Flying on the wings of God's breath.
Posted By: Earl Brown
Friday, September 6th 2013 at 8:14PM
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