Faith is not some weak and pitiful emotion, but strong and vigourous confidence built upon the fact that God is holy love

He goes on stretching until His purpose is in sight, and then He lets the arrow fly. (Chambers)

I like that metaphor. Arrows are mighty weapons, great and solid. a strong arm only can take up the bow and arrow, and strain fully that the arrow may fly. the arrow is deadly and sure and will fly true to the archer's intention. my God's intention is stern and beautiful, His arm more powerful, His mark more true and satisfying than mine could ever hope to be.

God grant me the perseverence to be faithful to Him.

'The Faith to Persevere'.