him. One who starts with a psychological form of affirmation may finally adopt a religious or devotional one. The form that appeals to one “at the present time” is the right one at the present time.
When, therefore, the religiously-minded person encounters a thought of difficulty, trial or fear he can meet it boldly with the counter-thought or affirmation: “I can do all things through Christ who strengtheneth me, therefore I will go right through this trouble in the power of Christ which is mine to use now and always.” At the same time he can picture himself going through his difficulty with a push, being carried along by invisible powers. In course of time a mental habit is formed of meeting all difficulties and fears mentally with a victorious push. Instead of running away from them in thought, they are met; naturally and habitually, by a “feeling.” of victorious push. One who does this becomes very strong, steadfast, persevering, persistent and “big” in character.
Another type may not be able to use the religious form of affirmation, but he may use something similar but in a different form. He may meet the thought of trouble or fear
