An American general, the story goes, once answered the enemy's demand for surrender with an emphatic "Nuts!" The general in command of the enemy forces, not understanding American slang, was apparently puzzled by this brief, strange reply. The suggestion of surrender apparently aroused the American general to stand by his previous orders to hold his position. This proved to be the turning point in the battle.
If we believe that some mental or physical pressure is being imposed upon us or that we have enemies—either people or conditions; if we believe that we should retreat or give in a little to some of the commonly accepted remedies, such as sleeping pills or tranquilizers; or if we believe that we are confused and discouraged and unable to press on toward a victory over evil, we can remember the American general.
Rejoice and be glad, for none of these pressures have power! Instead of submitting to such erroneous suggestions, we can be aroused to action. We can halt our retreat and take a stand for Truth.
