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"The discipline of dismay is an essential lesson which a disciple must learn. The danger is that we tend to look back on our times of obediance and on our past sacrifices to God in an effort to keep our enthusiasm for Him strong."

But when the darkness of dismay comes, endure until it is over, because out of it will come the ability to follow Jesus truly, which brings inexpressibly wonderful joy."