The Secret

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There is nothing that gives the soul such marvelous power over enemies as an obedient, holy walk. Every step we take in real obedience to Christ is, so far, a victory gained over the flesh and the devil; and every fresh victory ministers fresh power for the conflict that follows; thus we grow. And on the other hand, every battle lost only serves to weaken us while it gives power to our enemies to attack us again. Thus we see that the man whose heart is truly devoted to the Lord will have power to teach—power to worship. He will increase in substance, for Christ causes those that love Him "to inherit substance" (Pro. 8:2121That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance; and I will fill their treasures. (Proverbs 8:21)). He will enjoy more of God's favor and of the light of His countenance, for "them that honor Me I will honor"; and finally, he will have enlarged power over all enemies.