But is it wise to go where there are the most difficulties to overcome?
Would it not be better to plant the tree in the soil where it can grow most in every direction?
At home, to be sure, if I have strength to succeed, I may, perhaps, do the most good, and it may be the widest sphere for me.
But there are many difficulties which have such a direct influence on one to injure, to blight all high and noble sentiments, that I fear to encounter them, and I am not sure it is my place.

Perhaps it would be best for me not to speculate on the future, but look to Him who is above for wise direction in all that concerns my life.

Sacrifices must be made.

I must expect and accept them in a meek, humble, and willing spirit." ________________________.