"You are not yet a master, neither do I know that you will ever be, until I know how well you will withstand the amazing trials and dangers that await you. I require more satisfactory proof of your fidelity and trust before I am willing to entrust you with more valuable secrets.
You have a rough and rugged road to travel, beset with thieves, robbers, and murderers; and should you lose your life in the attempt, it will not be the first instance of this kind, my friend. You will remember in whom you put your trust, with that divine assurance that, 'he who endureth unto the end, the same shall be saved.'
Heretofore you have had some one to pray for you, but now you will have none. You must pray for yourself. You will kneel where you are, and pray orally or mentally as you please."
I am ready for initiation. | I don't think I should be here. |