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Way out of Undesirable Conditions
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acquired no measure of virtue, and have little desire to do so; but such money does not constitute true riches, and its possession is transitory and feverish. Here is David’s testimony:—“For I was envious at the foolish when I saw the prosperity of the wicked. . . . . . Their eyes stand out with fatness; they have more than heart could wish. . . . . Verily I have cleansed my heart in vain, and washed my hands in innocence . . . . When I thought to know this it was too painful for me; until I went into the sanctuary of God, then understood I their end.” The prosperity of the wicked was a great trial to David until he went into the sanctuary of God, and then he knew their end. You likewise may go into that sanctuary. It is within you. It is that state of consciousness which remains when all that is sordid, and personal, and impermanent is risen above, and universal and eternal principles are realized. That is the God state of consciousness; it is the sanctuary of the Most High. When by long strife and self-discipline, you have succeeded in entering the door of that holy Temple, you will perceive, with unobstructed vision, the end and fruit of all