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<\/a><\/p>\nThe patience of the New Testament is much more than passive acquiescence. It is positive, the patient endurance which springs from self-control and strength. It is the virtue which inspires bearing up and pressing on in the path and duty even when the burden is heavy and the road rough and steep and long. The patient spirit is the real kingly spirit. Majesty lies not in fiery haste or arrogant banter. That man is a slave whatever his social position who cannot control his impatient and wayward spirit. The true ruler is the man who has himself in hand and all his powers under control. Patience expresses itself in uncompromising fidelity to the highest standards of truth and duty. <\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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